Lost Stories’ new EP, SOMA, feels like a conversation between the past and the future—a mix of everything they’ve always been great at, with a little something new thrown in for good measure. Fresh off their incredible performance at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai as part of Coke Studio Live, the duo has managed to capture that same electrifying energy and channel it into a three-tracked 4-minute 33-second-long project.
The EP opens with Sooni, a track that feels like a bridge between eras. The vintage, 1950s-style vocals tug at a nostalgic string, while the sharp, futuristic drop throws you straight into the here and now.
“We wanted the vocals to feel simple yet powerful, and Kishore Mohite absolutely nailed it,” the duo shared.
You can hear the influence of Gangs of Wasseypur in the track’s dramatic undertone, but what makes Sooni so special is how effortlessly it mixes the old and the new. It’s soulful, bold, and just so Lost Stories.
Next up is Choolai, a track that’s pure fun from start to finish. It’s got this raw, unfiltered energy that feels like it was born straight out of a late-night studio session. It’s nostalgic in places, playful in others, and completely alive throughout.
And then there’s the title track, Soma. This one’s a powerhouse, starting soft and almost meditative before exploding into a drum ‘n’ bass frenzy. “We put everything we had into this track—it’s pure emotion,” they said. Soma feels like the heart of the EP, the place where all the raw energy and creativity come together in one final, thrilling burst. It’s chaotic, intense, and completely unforgettable.
Beyond the music, SOMA is a visual experience as well. The album artwork, created by Imran Udaipurwala, is as layered as the music itself. Inspired by the Tibetan Wheel of Life, the design reflects the cyclical themes of the EP—tradition meeting modernity, and the ancient colliding with the future. The visuals for the EP, crafted by Varun Kanakia, add yet another dimension to the project.
Even the story behind the tracks adds to their charm. The duo revealed that these songs had been sitting on their hard drives for years, initially intended for other projects. “Honestly, it was frustrating to see these tracks just sitting there. We knew they deserved to be heard,” they admitted.
This is Lost Stories at their most authentic: bold, heartfelt, and unafraid to experiment.
