Bingo Bango

Basement Jaxx

About Bingo Bango

"Bingo Bango" is a song written and recorded by English electronic music duo Basement Jaxx for their debut album, Remedy (1999). The track, which contains a sample of Bolivar's "Merengue" and as a result, Jose Ibata and Rolando Ibata are credited as songwriters, combined dance music with various elements of Latin music. It was released by XL Recordings as the album's fourth single on 27 March 2000, and later became the duo's third No. 1 song on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. The song also peaked at No. 6 in Iceland and No. 13 in the United Kingdom. In other media, "Bingo Bango" appeared in television shows and films, such as the American version of Queer as Folk, The Dancer (2000), and various televised sports events. A 2012 cover version by American Hot 8 Brass Band received positive reception. In 2011, Basement Jaxx's Felix Buxton and musician Jules Buckley created an orchestral version of the song and included it in the live album Basement Jaxx vs. Metropole Orkest. 


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2005
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Basement Jaxx

Basement Jaxx are a British electronic dance music duo from London, England consisting of Felix Buxton (born 1971) and Simon Ratcliffe (born 1 December 1969). They first rose to popularity in the late 1990s. As the British Hit Singles & Albums book duly noted "they surfaced from the underground house scene, are regular transatlantic club chart-toppers and won the BRIT Award for Best Dance Act in 2002 and 2004". more »

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Written by: ROLANDO IBATA, JOSE LUIS IBATA HERRERA, FELIX MAJOR BUXTON, SIMON ANTONY RATCLIFFE

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Bingo Bango" is one of the most-known tracks by the British electronic music duo Basement Jaxx. It was originally released on their debut album "Remedy" in 1999.
Chart Success
Upon its release, the song reached number 13 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of the group's biggest hits.
Impact on Pop Culture
The song was popularized in both music and commercial media. It has been featured in films like "Mike Bassett: England Manager" and "Bring It On," in addition to its use in commercials for brands like Kahlua and Coca-Cola.
Signature Sound
"Bingo Bango" is known for its vibrant blend of Latin-inspired beats and dance music, which is a good example of Basement Jaxx's distinctive style. They are widely praised for their ability to mix various music genres.
Global Reach
The song's music video reflects its global sound, featuring a conga line of people from different cultures dancing through city streets all around the world.
Collaboration
The song is a collaboration between the duo Felix Buxton and Simon Ratcliffe, who collectively form Basement Jaxx. Though they are not typically known for vocal work, "Bingo Bango" showcases their creative genius behind the mixing desk.
Song Re-release
Due to its commercial success and popularity, "Bingo Bango" was re-released as a single in 2000, a year after its initial release.
Latin Influence
The song strongly showcases Basement Jaxx's partiality towards Latin rhythms and beats, providing it a distinctive edge over other electronic dance music of the time.
Brand Association
"Bingo Bango" continued to gain exposure through its use in the Coca-Cola "Life Tastes Good" commercials, aired internationally in the early 2000s.
Sample Use
The track contains a sample of Bolivar's "Merengue" and it is an adaptation of a track by D.E.A. Titled "Sunshower".

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