Dj Firmeza [PDDG] - "Descansa em Paz Pai Ate um Dia"

Writers are expected to cover familiar topics. The merits of this cliche can be endlessly debated. of course. But on a personal level, few will hesitate to say motivation is not my forte. This author is young like Fellini character, and with decidedly half the passion. Furthermore, I am no armchair psychologist. That being said, ignore any business cards in circulation touting the services of a 'PsychoNogglist.' The medical review board has not yet finished considering the title's validity.

Readers, though, should not hesitate to seek entertainment while this matter is resolved. Pass the time comfortably. Something as simple as light reading material works wonders on waiting room minds. But the musically inclined might prefer the new Dj Firmeza song. Released just two days ago, the proximity of "Descansa em Paz Pai Ate um Dia" is close to a pair of releases from PDDG co-horts Dj Liofox and Dadifox. A narrative flow begs questions of competition, relevance, and timing. The preceding sentence, however, is nothing more than baseless speculation. The only necessary conjecture is the song's title, which translates to "Rest in peace, dad. Until tomorrow."

As with other Firmeza numbers, "Descansa em Paz Pai Ate um Dia" is a mid-tempo batida and very danceable. During a full-sitting, three different beats are heard - one of which resembles an original Firmeza beat, so far used only once earlier this year. At any rate, percussion galore is waiting to be discovered. Finger snaps, shakers, and hand drums can be heard alongside those of a digital variety; essentially standard fare. The introduction makes it clear, though, that what few weaknesses were embedded in "Sao Tome" have been addressed. Bass and vocals share the bulk of responsibility on "Descansa em Paz Pai Ate um Dia." Short male vocal samples assist with percussion duties. But of greater intrigue and impact is the female counterpart. Like "Terrorista 4000" Firmeza uses a sort of free-vocals. Her sound is a portion of the song but not necessarily a part of it; presently trying to cause a sense of elation more so than serve as a element to be used as the other instruments. The synth ultimately proves a dynamic element, but much less effective than the house-inspired bass. Short, simple phrasing characterizes the synth, but it is subwoofers worldwide which elevate "Descansa em Paz Pai Ate um Dia."

- John Noggle