Electronic/Review Alex Starling - Maybe We Lost It

London-based singer-songwriter Alex Starling was integral to the early successes of Ou Est Le Swimming Pool, before the untimely death of their lead singer, Charlie Haddon, in 2010. Then, with his course altered immeasurably, he undertook solo shows in Germany and the U.S. before forming The Ghosts, spectre of ethereal synth-pop.

"Maybe We Lost It" by Alex Starling is a masterfully composed cinematic synth ballad that encapsulates the bittersweet nature of loss and transformation. The song is full of contemplation and takes listeners to a dreamlike environment with airy melodies and shimmering synthesizers. With its sumptuous sound and Starling's gentle yet powerful voice, the song instantly transports you to a magical state.

"Maybe We Lost It" was inspired by a moving discussion on change, a topic that permeates the song's lyrics. Transformation, disappointment, and the painful awareness that time may erase familiarity are all explored eloquently by Starling. With its melancholic yet upbeat overtones, the refrain seems to be a silent appeal to rekindle lost relationships or accept their absence.

The song strikes a musical balance between an intimate core and cinematic grandeur. The emotional story is anchored by delicate piano chords, while the swelled synthesizers provide a feeling of immensity. Because of the production's refinement and simplicity, Starling's vivid storytelling is able to take center stage.

"Maybe We Lost It" demonstrates Starling's skill at fusing elegance with emotion to produce a work that is both intensely personal and eminently sympathetic. This most recent release not only demonstrates his growth as a performer but also confirms his ability to write songs that stick with listeners long after the last note. It's a song that acts as a soul mirror and a salve for anyone struggling with change.