Mendosa is a rising DJ from the Democratic Republic of Congo, now based in Toronto, where he’s quickly making a name for himself at just 24 years old. Over the past two years, he has captivated local dance floors with his innovative mixing style, using old school turntablism techniques with new school music, he is able to
seamlessly blend Afrobeats, Hip-Hop, and French music. With a unique approach that reflects diverse sounds and cultures, Mendosa is poised for a promising future in the Toronto music scene, and audiences can expect to hear more from this dynamic talent in the years to come.
What inspired you to DJ?
I’ve always loved music & dancing so learning to play music to make people dance always seemed like the perfect role for me.
What is on your playlist right now?
Currently, I am listening to a lot of French rap by the likes of Tiakola, Hamza & SDM.
What is your favourite thing about Union Station?
My favourite thing about Union Station is how big it is and how many different things you can do while there.
What’s something surprising about you that people may not know?
I actually speak 5 languages, including 3 that I grew up speaking – not including English.