Vince Leigh’s Single Review: Breaking by Jaxon Reid
By Vince Leigh (Ex drummer of Pseudo Echo, Tina Arena and John Farnham) of Australian Radio Promotion for Sheldon Ang Media
In the strange tapestry of the pandemic-stricken world, emerging Australian artist Jaxon Reid has woven together a shimmering thread of hope with his debut single, Breaking. Amid the chaos, Jaxon sought solace in the cathartic embrace of music: ‘Music became my saviour during this time, so my dad and I wrote Breaking. The song’s variously adorned feeling of tension eventually emerges as a symbol of hope and resilience.
The focused yet unadulterated sonic landscape of Breaking swirls together a concoction of melancholic undertones, unified hooks, and direct lyrics that paint quite a vivid pop-rock picture that doesn’t seem to undermine the seriousness of the pandemic’s impact. Jaxon reveals the experiences behind the song: ‘Breaking is about the story of lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic…I had friends that were really struggling; you heard stories on the news of domestic violence, medical staff were at breaking point.
Nobody was left untouched.’ The melody showcases Jaxon’s undeniable vocal skills, as it capably encapsulates the disconnection, isolation, and emotional turmoil rampant during the pandemic. The lyrics delve into the abyss of loss, fear, and loneliness, only to be uplifted by the anthemic chorus that offers a sliver of hope, like an improbable life raft in a sea of despair.
Jaxon’s songwriting is fuelled by a passion for connecting with his audience and lifting their spirits: ‘I want to get my music out to as many people as possible in the hope it can bring joy to people…I want to try and make people happy and help people find a song that they can truly connect to.’ Through its candid portrayal of the pandemic experience, Breaking is poised to resonate with countless listeners, perhaps even becoming a post-pandemic therapeutic sonic aid for a weary world. With over 100,000 YouTube views to his credit, Breaking is sure to appease his fans and generate lots of streaming love.
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