DJ NinOo [Firma do Txiga] - " Poing Poing"

Expect the best while preparing for the worst  and on board aviation safety is but a meager example.

In case of an emergency, pre-recorded video will say, the seat cushions may serve as a flotation device. The follow-up is never mentioned. But most importantly, a combination of filthy fabric and flat foam will serve as a make-shift boogie board.

Of course, the wave in question here is of a much more sedate nature; albeit one that is prone to danger if used improperly

As of late, Txiga has focused their releases in clusters. Surprise file dumps have been the crew's preferred method for sharing new sounds. The present is just another example of such a phenomenon. Over the course of the past week or two, a half dozen new sounds will appear have appeared. All that is left is to ride the wave toward the shoreline.What began with two mini-mixes from Anderson Teixera, the Firma do Txiga boss, has unfolded to include a variety of original compositions and a remix.

Released on Wednesday, what follows is Dj NinOo's contribution to the collection. The song is a mid-tempo, very slim afro house track that could just as well pass off as a demo. Bookended by the head, the body of the song is composed of a single verse and a bridge. Both the tone and slap are used as a djembe establishes the rhythm. The bass is large but plays more of a foundation than an active participant. A clavel and shekere syncopate; the latter serving as the differentiating sound is the middle portion. But "Poing Poing" is just as much a title as it is an onomatopoeia. Just one melodic sounds is heard, and it just so happens to be a synth that goes poing poing.

While good and heavily rhythmic, the download is recommended only to those who so desire it/


Notable Mention: Dj Wayne, Dj NinOo, & Anderson Teixeira [Firma do Txiga] - "Como Ela Grita"

Fortunately, although perhaps contradictory, the second selection is much stronger.

For a moment, the author's notions of monotonous water treading are dispelled

Anderson Teixeira triumphantly returns to these pages; and much like the first appearance, the man has not come alone. Titled "Como Ela Grita," the song below is a tarraxo. The hi-hat/snare is common. Using 8-beat bars is frequently heard. Likewise, the overt sexuality is not unique; although the sound of the cuica is not all that standard. But unlike other duplas or versus concepts, the track does present a new and intriguing notion. No time is wasted as the introductory portion presents the head as each subsequent section is a personal variation.

Wayne is the first beat-maker to jump onto the track. Using two different vocal samples, the beat is syncopated beyond the finger snaps. Another, different piece of percussion attacks the rolling eighth notes. Following a quick reintroduction of the theme, NinOo's section begins. The industrial synth is spaced out. As a result, some breathing room is provided. The track opens up and the bass is able to be better appreciated. Claps are introduced, in addition to a set of male vocals. Puto Anderson is the final producer to appear. NinOo's arrangement is maintained as the claps are replaced with a hollow snare. As with the previous section, vocals help distinguish between styles; and it is Teixeira that introduces the climatic female motif.

Strong effort, and a recommended download.

- J.N.

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