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ReeToxA finds beauty in silence and heartbreak on “Call”

In “Call,” the noise cycle is slowed down by ReeToxA to uncover a long gaze that aches with longing and memory recall. Famed for its ebullient sound, here the band stays at a remove, making way for tenderness to claim center stage.

The song is the closing track on ReeToxA’s first LP, and though listeners today may overlook it in the streaming age, “Call” is that delicate gem that deserves to shine brightly. It becomes that familiar ache of checking your phone one last time, fully aware it’s not going to ring.

Penned by Jason McKee following a chance encounter with an old flame, “Call” is a tale of reconnecting and then losing touch once more. A brief weekend sojourn to the sunny Gold Coast turned into a bittersweet reminder of the notions of love. And there, sitting in Brisbane Airport, waiting for what turned out to be a message that never came, Jason transformed his heartbreak into art, a request for closure packaged with melody.

“Call” is a song that captures the stillness after heartbreak when the world around you is loud, but your tender heart is whispering what might have been. It is a gorgeous and unforgettable record, a mournful reminder that some of our time’s most significant moments come when we listen to the quietest songs.

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BuYufu turns the symptoms of love into a soul-filled dance with “Side Effects May Include”

In “Side Effects May Include,” BuYufu has made the irrational symptoms of hopelessly falling in love playful and highly musical. Love’s a hell of a drug, and it has some weird side effects. Missed calls, dancing on the spot, and acting completely out of character. It’s a simple idea, but the track really brings it to life.

It’s written as a song for a 70s soul club performance, influenced by crossover soul, northern soul, Afro-Cuban soul, and Latin soul. Horns, strings, shuffle guitar, Latin percussion, Hammond organ, and an active drum break surround the song’s central feeling. The arrangement keeps the song feeling lively, but the vintage influence is very clear.

“Side Effects May Include,” has subtle callbacks for those who have been following the project. This connection gives the song a sense of finality. It’s warm, raw, and deliberately human in its subject matter, capturing the odd thrill of love while showing how an old-school soul feeling can still speak naturally to the present.

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Captain Iron / Windrift Band turns salsa into a celebration with latest release “Viva La Rosa”

Captain Iron / Windrift Band’s “Viva La Rosa” is a fun salsa anthem emphasizing movement and togetherness, a high-energy invitation to the dance floor. This is the vibe of a salsa party that wants everyone to get down, with Captain Iron shouting out “amigas” and keeping the excitement alive. Windrift’s 808 bass, flamenco guitar, and sax push the groove forward.

The lyrics leave no doubt about what the song is about, “Don’t get too relaxed, the next song’s playing. So we’re going back for some rockin’ Salsa is a dance that makes you move to the beat. The beat goes on, ‘The beat leads you on, raising the heat takes a salsa to move you off your feet.

It paints a picture of people letting the music take over and dancing to the beat. “Viva La Rosa” is about dance, movement, and fun. “So dance into the salsa as the rhythm moves ya” is a perfect invitation, while “Dance into the sound, swaying all around” keeps the song’s carefree party spirit.