Lucy Fitzgerald 
“Lost My Groove” by The Utopiates doesn’t waste time. At just under three minutes, it’s tight, bold, and bursting with the kind of raw energy that instantly makes you perk up. There’s a defiant confidence running through it, especially in the rhythm section. Snappy drums and a pulsing bassline drive everything forward, while the vocal delivery is urgent without being overbearing.
The track wrestles with losing touch with your spark, creatively or otherwise. That sense of frustration is right there in the lyrics, but it never slips into despair. Instead, it’s full of fight. The band sounds like they’re clawing their way back to themselves, and you can feel that tension in every note. The chorus hits with a kind of rallying cry that’s easy to latch onto. It’s not polished to perfection, and that’s part of what makes it hit harder.
Personally, I love how the band channels that restless energy into something this punchy. There’s a looseness to the groove that makes it feel alive. Also, the way the instruments lock together without feeling stiff gives it a real kick. If you’re not following The Utopiates yet, now’s the time. “Lost My Groove” is the kind of track you’ll want in your regular rotation, whether you’re powering through a slump or just need something with a bit of edge. Add it to your playlist, crank it up, and keep an eye on what they’re doing next — they’re clearly onto something.
Listening to songs so you don’t have to! Just kidding :D, you totally should. Music blogger by day, nurse by night
