

LOST IN THE DARK
KAVITA BALIGA

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2026 GRAMMY® Awards
LOST IN THE DARK
CATEGORY: ALTERNATIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE
Lost in the Dark is a modern reimagining of the 80s power ballad, created by Kavita Baliga with Grammy-winning guitarist Michael Thompson and 33x Grammy-winning/nominated producer/engineer Craig Bauer. In an era of 3-minute streaming singles, this track embraces the long form—smooth vocals juxtaposed by soaring electric guitar power chords, slow dynamic build, vibey synths with 80s drum pads, and a classic fade-out. It’s a nostalgic yet defiant statement, designed to spark joy and strength while reviving a genre that once defined rock history.
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"Lost in the Dark" is my love letter to the power ballads that shaped me," says Baliga. "It's a reminder that music can make us feel joyful, strong, and alive - it can make you feel unstoppable."
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The single is available on all streaming platforms worldwide on August 29, 2025.
NEW SINGLE

CREDITS/
LINER NOTES
Name: Lost in the Dark
ISRC: TCAJZ2543431
UPC: 859715415612
Track Length: 04:53
Artist: Kavita Baliga
Written & Produced by: Kavita Baliga
Co-Produced by: Craig Bauer
Lyrics by: Kavita Baliga
Recorded by: Krishna Prasad, Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 2025
Vocal Editing by: Krishna Prasad, Brad Prosko
Mixed by: Craig Bauer
Mastered by: Dave Collins
Vocals: Kavita Baliga
Background Vocals: Kavita Baliga
Acoustic, Ambient & Electric Guitars: Michael Thompson
Bass: Bob Lizik
Photography on Album Art by: Joshua Shelton
Videography by: Claire Ronsin, Nicolas Pougnand
Published by: BMI
Label: Desi Music Entertainment, LLC
Distribution by: Tunecore
