Perhaps the most striking track on the EP is ‘Love You With My Life’. The song was originally written in 1999 by Henk Pool, Paul Field, and John Keller, and was intended for a new album by Celine Dion. Although the world star recorded the song, it was never officially released. More than 25 years later, Henk and Celesta have brought the song back to life. Celesta recorded it both as a solo version and as a duet with Irish singer Ben Quinlan, known from The X Factor UK and winner of Ireland's Alternative Eurovision Contest. ‘Fuel To The Fire’ also has a special history. The song, written by Henk Pool and Rosalie Meijer, was specifically intended for the Eurovision Song Contest. Both the duet and solo versions were submitted by Celesta and Ben for the Irish and Dutch national selections. Although this beautiful song ultimately did not make it to the contest, it is now finally getting the attention it deserves. The collaboration between Celesta da Vinci and Ben Quinlan came about in a special way.
The two met during the Celtic Steps Christmas Tour in 2023, where Ben performed as a singer and Celesta was in the audience with her mother. After the show, they started talking, which grew into a musical collaboration. In the summer of 2024, Ben traveled to the Netherlands to record the duets for ‘Celtic Heart’ together with Celesta. Later that year, in December, Celesta herself was singer during the Celtic Steps Christmas Tour. With ‘When The Eagles Return’, Celesta dives even deeper into the Celtic atmosphere. This orchestral piece, written by Henk Pool and Scottish lyricist Bruce R.F. Smith, was arranged by Henk and Celesta. Some followers may recognize the melody, as the piece was previously performed live by Celesta during concerts of the Mastreechter Staar. In addition to her musicality, Celesta also reveals another creative side on this EP. The painting of a galaxy on the cover art was created by her: a personal and artistic addition that complements the dreamy atmosphere of the music.
