Thoughts Words ActionThe Mendozaz – The Completely Fictional History Of This Great Nation Of Canada CD
If you’ve ever wondered what Canadian history sounds like when filtered through a furious pop-punk lens, fueled by cheap beer and a commitment to chaos, The Mendozaz have finally delivered your answer. Toronto’s punk powerhouse, fronted by the core trio of Jonny, Michael, and Dic, has dropped their most audacious and hilariously unhinged work to date, the eight-song concept EP, The Completely Fictional History of This Great Nation of Canada. Released on Cartridge Heart, this CD is a glorious, reckless experiment in how much melodic punk rock can be jammed into a short format without shattering the very fabric of reality. The Mendozaz have long carved out a name for themselves in the Toronto scene with wild, frenetic live shows, and this record is a perfect distillation of that mayhem. It takes the familiar thrill of their gang shouts and anthems built for beer spills and cranks the ambition up to eleven, proving that self-aware wit and razor-sharp hooks are the best weapons against life’s absurdity. The style is pure, concentrated pop-punk, but executed with the aggression and speed of genuine melodic punk rock. This record is intentionally bigger, faster, and louder than anything they’ve tackled before. The Mendozaz are masters of the gang shout, ensuring every single chorus is ready for a furious singalong in any basement, bar, or festival stage they hit. What sets this record apart is the exceptional quality of the music itself, beneath the layers of jokes and absurdity. The arrangements are sharp, pushing their storytelling into stranger, funnier territory without ever losing the necessary edge. These are expertly crafted songs designed to be high-impact, energetic, and addictive. The production captures that essential reckless charm of their live show while giving the overall sound enough punch and clarity to showcase the their tight musicianship. Working with Matt Gauthier on recording, mixing, and mastering ensured that every massive hook and ultra-heavy riff lands exactly where it should, maintaining that crucial balance between polished power and raw, untamed punk energy.
The EP’s concept, a fabricated, ridiculous history of the North, is the perfect vehicle for their unique brand of satire. The Mendozaz take completely invented Canadian legends and treat them with courageous commitment. “A Piercing Shriek Of Death,” for instance, sets the tone by tackling a “very true” story about ice fishers being eaten alive by a school of great white sharks near Hudson Bay. This is exactly the kind of absurd commitment that defines the whole record. The wit is self-aware, but the commitment to the bit is total, which makes it funnier than simple parody. The lyrics are storytelling vehicles for heavy riffs and unexpected dynamic shifts, proving that the band can channel whatever they please and still come out sounding purely like themselves. It’s an infectious mix of total silliness and resolute commitment to energetic pop-punk. The vocal dynamic is another key ingredient in the chaos. Frontman Jonny is backed by the vocal work of bassist Michael, creating those massive, layered choruses that are their trademark. However, on this release, the preposterously profane nature of the songs necessitated bringing in reinforcements. Members of Joan Smith and the Jane Does and The Meringues joined the recording to provide these huge, anthemic moments of musical swearing that feel cathartic at some points. This collaborative element demonstrates their dedication to making the sound that matches the mission of the record; everything should be a shared, loud, chaotic frenzy.
The Completely Fictional History of This Great Nation of Canada CD sounds amazing because The Mendozaz know exactly how to use high-octane punk rock energy in the service of pure, unadulterated fun. They’ve successfully pushed their songwriting and arrangements into sharper, stranger territory without sacrificing the huge, catchy pop-punk hooks they’re known for. This EP is essential listening for anyone who appreciates fast music that’s also laugh-out-loud funny. It’s a record that understands the importance of grinning through the chaos, and it provides the perfect soundtrack for doing exactly that. This Toronto powerhouse has delivered an absolute gem that belongs right at the top of your playlist, guaranteeing every listen feels like a wild, spontaneous night out with your favorite, most irresponsible friends. Head to The Mendozaz Bandcamp page for more information on ordering this gem on CD.
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