John Smith has built national exposure with his ability to tell a story with each song. Pinky's Laundromat is no exception, as the whole album centers upon John working a dead-end job at the laundromat.

The mood of the album is melancholy, as John seems almost to be lost in a depressed state, but instead of expressing his emotions he recounts sad stories of others. 'Move So Slow' is just such a song, telling the story of a lifeless alcoholic.

mcenroe's beats are perfect at complementing the somber mood of Pinky's Laundromat. In fact, long after I grew tired of the new Beastie Boys album, his beats found me throwing John Smith back in the mix. 'Kinship of the Down and Out' is a catchy anthem-like song complete with an impressive video. 'Screwin The Pooch' centers on an uninspired worker who tells tales of working a series of jobs for nothing other than making some money and "jerking off and pissing around."

However, Pinky's Laundromat does have its downfalls. The laundromat skits didn't really add anything to the album, and bored me. As well, despite my best efforts to find some indirect message, I couldn't help but find a few songs offensive. 'Bumpin Uglies' tells the tale of two fat ugly people who "find each other." The song implies that love between overweight less attractive people isn't right.

Regardless, Pinky's Laundromat is a solid Peanuts & Corn release. John Smith's storytelling combined with mcenroe's beats make for a solid Canadian underground release.

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