Noel Mendez began his career in music as a guitar player for Top 40 Cover Bands in the 80's. He formed his first recording band "HAYP" and co-wrote music for the band's album. He then later joined another recording band "Second Wind" and wrote two songs in their album. From there on, Noel embarked into full-time session work, doing live shows and recordings for top-notch local artists. Noel's guitar tracks has embellished songs from the likes of Francis M. to Martin Nievera and Gary V., Regine Velasquez and even bands like SIDE A. At the moment, he still is an active session guitarist for local and foreign artists. He is a resident guitarist in GMA 7's sunday show Party Pilipinas. From writing pop rock songs for HAYP and Second Wind, he has matured. Writing songs with more serious messages as his present album, aptly called "HALAGA" exhibits.