Barking Poets release their second 2025 single “Losing Contact” demonstrating their relentless creative pace. This song delivers innovative content while maintaining its characteristic alt/punk essence after the impactful “Arizona” and the emotional depth of “The Mess I Made”. As soon as the song starts, you find yourself immersed in a rough punk track with cosmic undertones. The song begins with a guitar riff reminiscent of early Foo Fighters but incorporates Green Day’s precise sound while building a track that boldly moves listeners emotionally. Neil delivers a striking vocal performance that moves into deeper registers to create a haunting effect resembling a contemporary punk version of Jim Morrison.
The chorus comes in full force when the song reaches higher speeds to deliver rich harmonies and poignant words about the separation and loneliness of drifting away from both others and from one’s self. The experience combines earthly elements with cosmic sensations resembling inner thoughts presented through space exploration. The moment you believe you understand their musical pattern, the band suddenly switches up the formula. The volume decreases before an angelic choir suddenly breaks through the mix to transform the song’s atmosphere into something new. The track delivers a powerful surprise followed by a solo performance filled with raw emotion and Slash-style blues energy.
Paul Tipler produced this track at Unit 13 studios in London resulting in precise and pure sound quality that avoids excessive embellishment. This recording reflects the raw energy and purposeful direction of a band that operates with full awareness of their own capabilities. “Losing Contact” stands out as more than a typical punk song by combining emotional depth with powerful sound and mysterious elements. This release from Engineer Records delivers essential listening for modern rock enthusiasts who appreciate genuine emotion. Listen to it across major platforms and watch the lyric video to fully experience the song.
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