NIÑOS DU BRASIL — Ordem Micelial LP

Niños du Brasil – Ordem Micelial LP arrives on Multi Culti as catalogue number MCLP016, a 12-inch vinyl LP that pushes the Italian duo’s blend of batucada percussion, electronic textures and punk-inflected energy into darker, more expansive terrain. The eight-track record, released in September 2026, stakes its claim in the label’s eclectic roster, bridging the ritualistic rhythm of earlier releases with a heightened sense of density and rock-oriented aggression. Within Multi Culti’s 2026 output, Ordem Micelial follows Dor Wand’s Alchemy of Being LP (MCLP012) and precedes Umberto Vitiello’s Lébou LP (MCLP015), while sharing the year with Inigo Vontier’s Tech Mex (MC093) and Photay’s Always Cosmic (MC091). This placement underscores the label’s commitment to releases that straddle house, electronica and experimental borders, a context that amplifies Niños du Brasil’s genre-fluid approach. Side A opens with “Esporos Dançam”, a track that immediately establishes a kinetic pulse, setting the tempo for the side’s continuous motion. “Vermelho E Branco” deepens the momentum, maintaining the relentless percussive drive while the imagined vocal language adds a ritualistic layer. “Subterrâneo Chuchupe” continues this trajectory, its chant-like phrasing reinforcing the drums as a structural backbone rather than a decorative element. The side concludes with “Com O Sol Dissolver”, which sustains the dense rhythmic architecture and ties the four pieces together as a cohesive sonic environment rather than discrete songs. Side B begins with “Gira Tudo Arig”, extending the collision of electronic rhythm and batucada influence into a slightly more exploratory space. “Fórmula Dabbi Debbie” follows, preserving the relentless percussion while introducing a subtle shift in texture that hints at the album’s broader palette. “Mistérios E Tradiçóes” further expands the ritualistic vibe, its vocal gestures and percussive intensity deepening the hypnotic quality that runs throughout the record. The final cut, “Innaya Som”, departs most starkly from the established formula, delivering a full-on guitar-driven assault that foregrounds hardcore and punk sensibilities, effectively turning the LP’s closing moments into a live-room climax. In the context of Niños du Brasil’s discography, Ordem Micelial marks the fifth full-length effort, arriving after the pandemic-induced hiatus that followed Antro Pop (2021). The duo’s signature blend of live batucada drumming, electronic production and imagined vocal language remains intact, yet the new record broadens the palette by integrating rock and hardcore textures, reflecting an evolution rather than a simple continuation. For DJs, the record offers a rare combination of dense, percussion-centric sections that can serve as powerful build-ups or transition tools, alongside the more aggressive “Innaya Som” for peak-time moments that demand raw energy. The continuity across the A-side makes it suitable for longer, evolving mixes, while the B-side’s varied moods provide flexible entry points for diverse set structures. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl LP, the format that best captures the album’s wall-of-sound density while preserving the clarity of individual elements, according to the label’s production notes. The vinyl presentation aligns with the record’s intention as a complete listening experience rather than a collection of isolated dancefloor edits. Niños du Brasil – Ordem Micelial, Multi Culti, catalogue MCLP016, 12-inch vinyl LP, eight tracks, released September 2026. Tracklist: A1. Niños du Brasil – Esporos Dançam A2. Niños du Brasil – Vermelho E Branco A3. Niños du Brasil – Subterrâneo Chuchupe A4. Niños du Brasil – Com O Sol Dissolver B1. Niños du Brasil – Gira Tudo Arig B2. Niños du Brasil – Fórmula Dabbi Debbie B3. Niños du Brasil – Mistérios E Tradiçóes B4. Niños du Brasil – Innaya Som