Having remixed and produced for a list of global superstars that includes Kylie Minogue, Shakira, Enrique Iglesias, Britney Spears, and the Black Eyed Peas, French talent CELESTAL turns his considerable attention to the Apl.de.Ap and Sandara Park single ‘2 Proud’, delivering a glittering disco-pop remix that’s laced with soft funk and groove.
Picking up the natural rhythm and cadence of APL.DE.AP and Sandara’s toplines, the CELESTAL Dancing Mix is infused with a frisson of euphoria and the delicate touch so indicative of French House. Adding muffled pads, gently driving bass, and shimmering string sections, CELESTAL’s remix takes the original edit and places it firmly on the dance floor.
Currently one of the hottest names in French music, CELESTAL is a chart-topping artist in his own right, thanks to releases ‘Old School Romance’, ‘Out In Style’, and the Sharam Jey and Moss Kena collab ‘Over You’. His latest single, ‘Beautiful Lie’ with Devon Graves, is rapidly climbing the charts in France. The track has been seized upon for radio by NRJ, RTL2, EUROPE 2, FRANCE BLUE, and RFM, and has scaled the heights of the official Shazam France list, breaking into its hotly contested top 50.
When the opportunity to work with one of the iconic Black Eyed Peas came, it was one he naturally jumped at. “Remixing the track of the legendary APL.DE.AP has been an exhilarating experience,” he said. “Infusing it with funky-disco elements, I wanted to highlight the song’s seductive essence, creating a fusion that pulsates with groove and captivates the spirit.”
As ‘2 Proud’ continues to make waves on global radio waves and playlists, this beautiful new take by CELESTAL promises to add even more energy to the original piece.
APL.DE.AP & SANDARA PARK ‘2 PROUD’ (CELESTAL DANCING MIX) IS RELEASED MARCH 29TH 2024 VIA ALL DSPS AND DOWNLOAD SITES VIA VYDIA.
ABOUT CELESTAL:
CELESTAL, from Lorraine, France, began making music at 5, blending classical and jazz with electronic. He became a ‘ghost’ producer for big names including Shakira, Enrique Iglesias, and the Black Eyed Peas, and pursued a career in fashion. His music is influenced by British pop, Stevie Wonder, and legends of house music like Frankie Knuckles, Steve Silk Hurley, and David Morales. In 2017 he launched his solo career, achieving international success with ‘Old School Romance’. In 2022 he released hits with Cecilia Krull (‘Out In Style’) and Sharam Jey (‘Over You’). In 2023 he returned with ‘Beautiful Lie’, combining electro-pop with melancholic elements, addressing society’s obsession with appearance.
ABOUT APL.DE.AP:
Founding member of iconic supergroup Black Eyed Peas , Apl.de.Ap has carved his legacy across the global stage, holding nine GRAMMY Awards, eight American Music Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, four Billboard Latin Awards, one MOBO Award and countless more. Critically acclaimed, performing to crowds in their millions across a career that, to date, spans two and a half decades.
As Black Eyed Peas, alongside will.i.am and Taboo , their discography is stacked with chart-topping singles and multi-platinum releases. Nine studio albums spawned 40 singles – anthems like Where Is The Love?, Let’s Get It Started, I Gotta Feeling and Boom Boom Pow all dominating global airwaves. An eight year hiatus ended with the 2020 album TRANSLATION and 2022 follow-up ELEVATION collaborating with the likes of Shakira, Daddy Yankee, J Balvin and more. A judge on The Voice Philippines, Apl.de.Ap also discovered the singer J. Rey Soul, who replaced Fergie as vocalist for Black Eyed Peas.
Apl.de.Ap uses his considerable influence to make waves in other areas including agriculture and sustainability. Never forgetting his Filipino farming roots but always at the cutting edge of technology and culture, Apl.de.Ap is behind the major new green energy movement biochar. Founded in 2011, his Apl.de.Ap Foundation, International (APLFI) focuses on youth education, providing underrepresented youth around the world with greater opportunity, resources, and access to the latest in education, arts, and innovation.
ABOUT SANDARA PARK:
SANDARA PARK, a multi-talented entertainer giving off pure energy, debuted as a member of the iconic group 2NE1, who are still on everyone’s lips. She initially gained popularity as a singer in the Philippines through the talent audition program ‘Star Circle Quest’ on ABS-CBN in June 2004.
In May 2009, 2NE1’s debut song ‘Fire’ showcased a sophisticated and powerful music genre with a groundbreaking style and performance, setting the group as pioneers of the hot icon. Within the group, she established her unique image through unconventional style and onstage manner.
Subsequently, with hits like ‘I Don’t Care,’ ‘I Am the Best,’ ‘Go Away,’ ‘UGLY,’ and ‘Can’t Nobody,’ 2NE1 solidified their position as one of South Korea’s leading girl groups. In September 2009, SANDARA PARK also showcased herself with the release of ‘KISS,’ featuring CL, delivering a pop-oriented vocal style. From 2016, she expanded her presence through various fields such as TV shows ‘I Live Alone’ and ‘Unnies without Appetite,’ showing her bright energy to the public.
In 2023, she officially commenced her solo music career by releasing the mini-album [SANDARA PARK]. Sampled from a famous Korean song of the same name, the title track ‘FESTIVAL’ presents her vibrant and energetic vibes. The album includes diverse tracks collaborated with artists such as Heize, GRAY, and sunwoojunga (SWJA,) aiming to achieve completeness and diversity to appeal to all generations, thereby solidifying her unique character.