Album Review: En Tot El Que SHa Posat De Moda Nosaltres Ja Hi Varem Fracassar Els Primers by Pakistan Ye Ye's
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when punk rock crashes headfirst into comedy, Spain’s Pakistan Ye Ye’s has your answer. Their album En Tot El Que SHa Posat De Moda Nosaltres Ja Hi Varem Fracassar Els Primers (try saying that five times fast) is a wild ride through absurdity, rebellion, and some seriously catchy riffs. Released under Carnús Records, this record blends genres like Non-Music and Rock with styles ranging from Punk to Comedy—because why not? It’s chaotic, it’s fun, and honestly, it feels like the band doesn’t care if you “get it” or not. And that’s kinda the charm.
Let’s dive into two tracks that stuck with me long after the first listen. First up: “London Galling.” The title alone screams attitude, but the track itself is an infectious mix of raw energy and tongue-in-cheek humor. The vocals have this scrappy, unpolished vibe that makes you feel like you’re at a sweaty basement show where everyone smells questionable but no one cares because the music slaps. There’s a moment halfway through where the tempo shifts just enough to throw you off balance—it’s playful, unpredictable, and oddly satisfying. You can tell these guys aren’t trying to reinvent the wheel; they’re just having a blast while spinning it crooked.
Then there’s “Emo Song,” which might as well come with a warning label for anyone who’s ever rolled their eyes at overly dramatic lyrics. This track leans fully into its parody roots, poking fun at emo tropes without being mean-spirited. The chorus hits hard—not musically, but emotionally, in that cringey way that makes you laugh and wince simultaneously. Lines about scarves and existential dread are delivered with such earnestness that you almost forget it’s satire. Almost. By the end, you’ll either hate it or love it, but either way, it’s memorable.
What stands out most about this album is how unapologetically Spanish it feels. From the quirky references to local culture in tracks like “Que Diuen Els D’Alcalà?” to the irreverent humor sprinkled throughout, Pakistan Ye Ye’s isn’t catering to a global audience—they’re speaking directly to their own. And yet, even if you don’t catch every joke or cultural nod, the sheer audacity of the project transcends language barriers. It’s messy, loud, and occasionally baffling—but so is life, right?
In a world full of polished pop hits and cookie-cutter indie bands, En Tot El Que SHa Posat De Moda Nosaltres Ja Hi Varem Fracassar Els Primers feels refreshingly real. Sure, it’s not perfect, but maybe that’s the point. After all, who needs perfection when you can have a song called “Cagatió” on your playlist? Listening to this album is like hanging out with that one friend who always says something ridiculous but somehow profound. You walk away thinking, “What just happened?” And weirdly, you kinda want more.
So yeah, give this album a spin—if only to figure out what “Sarro Sarro” means.
