“A bold, emotionally charged double album that feels like one man finally saying everything he’s held in for decades.”
Reetoxa deliver something ambitious with Soliloquy, and it’s clear this is more than just an album. It’s a long-built release, shaped by years of writing, personal setbacks, and a clear need to get it all out. You can hear that weight in every part of it
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Right from the opening tracks, there’s a sense that this project is trying to cover a lot of ground. Songs like Insatiable and Akaroa introduce a mix of rock-driven energy and reflective moments. The sound feels full, helped by a strong band performance and the added depth of orchestral elements on selected tracks. That combination gives the album a wider feel than most independent releases. What stands out early is the honesty in the writing. Jason McKee doesn’t hold back. Tracks like Bottle and The Lisa Song feel personal, almost like pages taken straight from real-life moments. There’s a rawness in the lyrics that makes them easy to connect with. It doesn’t feel polished in a forced way, and that actually works in its favor. The album moves through different moods as it goes on. Dancing With Lou and Thrift Shop Dress bring in lighter, more melodic moments, while tracks like Demand Perfection and Schitzo Waltz lean into something more intense and unpredictable. That variation keeps the album interesting, especially given its length.
The orchestral sections add another layer. They don’t appear everywhere, but when they do, they lift the tracks. Songs like Josephine and Erica and the Stars benefit from that added depth, giving them a more cinematic feel without losing the core rock identity. McKee carries the album with a direct and emotional delivery. He’s not trying to sound perfect. He’s trying to sound real, and that comes through clearly. That approach fits the overall theme of the album, which is built around reflection, struggle, and personal growth. By the time you reach later tracks like Love Keeps Burning Still and You Deserve Better Than Me, there’s a sense of closure starting to form. Then songs like Strong and Alright bring things to a more grounded, resolved place. Soliloquy is not a quick listen. It asks for time and attention. But for listeners who enjoy full-length albums with depth, emotion, and variety, it offers a lot to take in. It feels like a release that had to happen, and that gives it its strength.
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