‘Lostboy’ by ARENTUMINE: Review
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"Lostboy" by ARENTUMINE feels like a quiet conversation between your heart and the world around you. The track captures that bittersweet ache we all feel sometimes—the craving for connection in a world where it can feel harder and harder to find. Written during a chaotic time globally and personally, it’s soaked in emotion, balancing the comforting and the uncertain in a way that feels deeply relatable.
The soundscape is dreamy from the start, with atmospheric synths wrapping you up and pulling you in. The rhythm is soft but steady, grounding all those floating, ethereal vibes. And then, there are the lyrics—poignant and honest, they hit in a way that makes you pause and reflect. The song doesn’t just stay with you—it stays in you. It’s more than a catchy tune; it’s a feeling that echoes in the quiet moments after the music stops.
Justin Alvarez, the creative force behind ARENTUMINE, really shows his craft here. The production feels simple, but it’s layered with subtle complexity that gives it emotional weight. His guitar work, a signature element of his sound, adds a warmth that’s perfectly balanced against the electronic tones. It’s modern, but there’s something timeless about it too—like it could resonate just as deeply in ten years as it does now.
Based in Portland, Alvarez has spent six years teaching himself the ins and outs of making music, and that DIY spirit shines through in "Lostboy." There’s an authenticity to it, like you’re hearing exactly what he wanted to say, without any over-polished interference. He draws from indie and emotional music influences, but the way he puts it all together makes the sound uniquely his own.
"Lostboy" isn’t just a song you listen to—it’s one you feel. Whether it’s the perfect backdrop for a late-night drive or a moment of introspection, it delivers every time. ARENTUMINE is definitely an artist to watch, and if "Lostboy" is any indication, we’re only seeing the beginning of something really special.
Lostboy is out now on all major streaming platforms
