The Meringues, Kingston, Ontario’s post-punk powerhouse, are thrilled to announce the release of their new single “Shambles” on July 15th. This track is the advance single from their eagerly anticipated sophomore album, Pavlova’s Dog, which will be available on September 16th, 2024. At the heart of The Meringues are Amanda Pants and Ted Evans, whose dynamic vocal interplay and onstage antics blur the line between playful banter and intense rivalry. Their unique chemistry is supported by the solid rhythm section of Jackson Baird on bass and Alastair Morrison on drums, creating a thrilling atmosphere that threatens to spiral out of control while maintaining a clear artistic vision.
Lead single “Shambles” is new wave banger that dives deep into the chaos of a relationship or conversation in crisis, where communication has broken down entirely. The song vividly portrays the escalation of misunderstandings, with both parties misinterpreting each other’s words and dredging up past grievances, ultimately spiraling into a state of exhaustion and unresolved anger. The driving backbeat and power pop melodies take the listener on a journey through genres such as Punk, Post-Punk, Alt-Rock, and New-Wave, creating a dynamic and eclectic sound that is both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. The Meringues’ sound is sure to resonate with fans of Pixies, Weezer, The Strokes, The Beaches, Amyl and the Sniffers, July Talk, Wet Leg, Wolf Alice, and PUP.
The recording of “Shambles” took place at multiple locations, including Metalworks Studios in Mississauga, Todd’s Place in Harrowsmith, and Fake Cake Lodge in Kingston. The drum recording was engineered by Camille Comeau, with additional recording by Ted Evans. Mixing was handled by Ian Docherty, while the mastering was expertly completed by Elisa Kady Pangsaeng at CPS Mastering in Vancouver, BC. The result is a polished yet raw track that captures the intensity and emotional turmoil The Meringues are known for.
