ReeToxA’s “Call” Closes Pines Salad with Haunting Beauty

After pouring raw energy into his debut album Pines Salad, Melbourne’s Jason McKee, better known as ReeToxA, chooses to end the record not with a bang, but with a whisper that lingers. His new single “Call” is that whisper. The ballad was born at Brisbane Airport, following a fleeting reconnection with a past love.

After a long weekend on the Gold Coast, sun-soaked days far from Melbourne’s cold rain, McKee was left with nothing but unanswered silence. “Call” became the expression of waiting for a phone call that would never arrive. The song feels like the ache of looking at your phone one last time before bed. Its haunting vocal delivery captures both longing and resignation, while the guitar shimmers like memory: fragile, fading, but unforgettable.

The Song Behind the Silence

The drums are understated yet inspired, providing a heartbeat-like rhythm without ever intruding. And the bass ties it all together, grounding the song’s sadness with warmth that borders on catharsis. It’s a delicate balance of melancholy and beauty, giving the track an emotional gravity rare in today’s singles-driven streaming culture. In an age where streaming often rewards loud hooks and fast thrills, “Call” dares to be quiet. It stands out as a moment of stillness, a song that rewards patience and deep listening.

Thus, ReeToxA closing ‘Pines Salad’ with this track was not just a choice. It was a statement: that even amidst noisy chaos, silence and vulnerability deserve their place. “Call” is more than a ballad; it’s the emotional exhale at the end of ReeToxA’s debut journey. It’s the kind of song that doesn’t just play in the background; it follows you after the music stops. For fans of haunting, vulnerable songwriting with just enough edge to keep it real, this song is a must-listen.

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