Shanti Celeste - Cutie [hessle Audio] Here

: Shimmering, ethereal pads and "brightly colored" synths are layered throughout, giving the track a warm, optimistic energy that contrasts with the typically darker, bass-heavy catalog of Hessle Audio. Context within the Hessle Audio Label

Hessle Audio, founded by Ben UFO, Pearson Sound, and Pangaea, is renowned for its technical, often experimental bass music. Shanti Celeste’s arrival on the label was seen as a bold fusion of her vibrant, pop-leaning house sensibilities with the label’s sophisticated production standards. While some expected a shift toward darker tones, "Cutie" doubled down on Celeste's "sunny" aesthetic, being described as a "straightforward" and infectious dancefloor anthem. Critical Reception and Impact

The track is a high-energy house "banger" that exemplifies Celeste's signature "spring-loaded" and "radiant" sound. Critics and fans have noted several defining characteristics:

: The track prominently features Celeste’s own gated, pitched-up vocal cut-ups, creating a childlike, "kawaii" chanting hook that critics have described as a persistent earworm.