ReeToxA Channels Raw Rock Energy in New Single “Humbug”

Some of the best songs come out of mistakes, and “Humbug” is living proof of it. Melbourne-based rocker Jason McKee, the force behind ReeToxA, found inspiration in an unexpected moment: a fumbled minor pentatonic scale during rehearsal. Out of that slip came a riff so striking he wrote the entire song in just 45 seconds, stunned by what had poured out.

The spark? A crush on a fellow musician he met at his rehearsal studio. She wasn’t interested, but the experience gave McKee the emotional fuel for one of his most passionate songs yet. “Humbug” roars with the raucous spirit of 70s rock, but it’s no retro throwback. The single is a tight, modern rocker where blazing guitar riffs meet raw, honest vocals. McKee’s delivery carries the weight of hope and rejection, while the rhythm section keeps the track driving forward with relentless energy.

From Crush to Chords: A Story Many Can Relate To

Credit goes to James Ryan, whose guitar work elevates the original riff into cosmic territory. Thus, “to Saturn and Mars,” as McKee puts it, before crashing back down to earth in a thrilling climax. Supported by bass and drums that tie everything together, the result is a song that demands to be heard live or blasted through a good pair of headphones.

At its core, “Humbug” is about the highs and lows of modern dating. After failed attempts with dating apps, McKee had given up on love until this fleeting studio connection reignited something within him. While the romance never took flight, the song did, turning disappointment into a piece of music that brims with honesty, longing, and rock-and-roll fire.

Meanwhile, ReeToxA’s “Humbug” is everything rock should be: loud, heartfelt, and born from real-life emotion. It’s a track that captures both the chaos and beauty of human connection, wrapped in riffs that will stick in your head long after the song ends. For fans of fiery guitar work, vintage rock energy, and songs that wear their heart on their sleeve, “Humbug” is a must-listen.

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