DJ Set I can't Ado Much About - Maréchal K'nibal "Daga Daga Daggering #2"

Fear no reaper.

With villains - as with life - size disproportionately matters.

Plus, the scythe is nothing more than a show-prop; even if licking the blade is far from recommended. At any rate, the problem at hand must still be addressed. When trouble comes to a head society will be at a lack for slingshot maestros. No Philistine is willing to simply take himself down and repeating old cliches only helps so much. True heroes would much rather act than consider the alternative. Surprise the opposition before it calls in support! Remember readers, even more problematic than the monster itself is the bride that lurks behind him.

Any beast with two backs - and further supported by wood - is sure to instill apprehension.

The solution, however, is easy to comprehend. Presented in short, audio format "Daga Daga Daggering #2" suggests limiting opposition in the span of ten minutes. Resistance is deemed futile. Listeners are instead left at the mercy of riding waves created by the Swamp Thing itself. With assistance from dancehall toasting - varying in language (English/French) and point of origin (Jamaica/West Indies) - the tide is aggressive; but such is to be expected from the Parisian Maréchal K'nibal, aboard his minimal, albeit intriguing, vessel. Rhythm is usually three layers deep; always active. Of particular note is the triplet swing on the fifth selection (about five songs deep). Still, the old-school is unshakeable. Sped-up dembow percussion is prevalent - through drums, claps, or otherwise - in addition to the occasional rapid-fire 90s spitter. Far from an exercise in nostalgia, though, new ideas are heard as well, primarily the reverse influence on the bass during the 8th selection. Transitions are alarmingly clean, often engaging in the fade while both songs are simultaneously playing.  

Simply put, monsters are best approached on a case-by-case basis. But for the time being, the issue can be ignored in lieu of this highly recommended download.




- J.N.

A Noggle Brain Trust, LLP. website

DJ Set I can't Ado Much About - DJ Tokinou "Red Zouk TBS"

Refrain from speaking.

Conversation is the gateway of engagement.

On the other hand, associating with straw-men comes with many benefits; so much goes without saying. And as with any friendship compromises must be reached. While sociable, for instance, the occasional effigy can no longer be put on the hot-seat. Any and all Burning Man events are similarly to be avoided. But the small, politically correct price is certainly worth paying. Those dummies are best that crash just like the rest. It is almost as if these individuals lack the facilities to make their own decisions. Alas, mannequins lives matter too and the casual nature of the relationship is unsurpassable. Unlike wax figurines, even the most average of scarecrows are always ready for a lively discussion.

It is for just such a reason, of course, that the hay-lobby is dominates today's social media landscape.

Unfortunately, the author is not one to follow through on his own advice. In addition to being of a generally odious disposition, hypocrisy is far from an enviable trait. Not only does the scribe express the opinion, but the man will frequently relishes in sharing the nuances of such thoughts: proverbial shame on parade. Just such an exhibition, as a matter of fact, was recently put on display; especially following the release of the collection below just last week (but more on the in a moment).

Titled "Red Zouk TBS" what follows is fairly self-explanatory. Slow to mid tempo zouk and kizomba - largely determined by the language, first French and ultimately Portuguese - play for just short of 25 minutes. Both instrumentals and vocal tracks are featured; the latter half favors female stylings, although the breadth of styles is frankly more impressive. No two subsequent number feature identical deliveries. Singing is heard alongside dancehall toasting and Atlanta-garnished rap flows. More important, though, is the impressive amount of dubplates the Martiniquan DJ Tokinou relishes in sharing. The beats are modern but regularly flash the traditional signs. In addition to flares for soft, 80s production, antillean acoustic guitar/piano runs are prevalent.

Much like the author choosing to follow Tokinou on SnapChat, though, no regrets are had. After all, the producer's screenname is available in the comments section, right above the download links. Second, at any rate,is far from beneficial. Impulse is the superior form of daily living Both the selections and the sequencing are enviable; apprehending a copy is recommended


- J.N.

A Noggle Brain Trust, LLP. website