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Bongo Rock

Incredible Bongo Band · 1973

78 min · 19 tracks · funk

A vibrant fusion of funk, rock, and Latin rhythms driven by pulsating bongo beats and infectious grooves.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • infectious grooves for dancing
  • vibrant rhythms for celebration
  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • playful energy for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking slow, introspective moments
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Incredible Bongo Band released 'Bongo Rock' in 1973, marking their debut album after gaining attention as studio musicians. This project showcased their unique ability to blend various musical styles, setting the stage for their influence on hip-hop sampling culture in the years to come.
Stylistic neighbors
Aaliyah· D-Nice· The Roots

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Apache 4:53
  • 2 Let There Be Drums 2:41
  • 3 Bongolia 2:15
  • 4 Last Bongo in Belgium 6:55
  • 5 Dueling Bongos 2:58
  • 6 In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida 7:43
  • 7 Raunchy '73 3:24
  • 8 Bongo Rock 2:39
  • 9 Kiburi, Part 1 2:17
  • 10 Sing, Sing, Sing 4:16
  • 11 (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction 4:03
  • 12 Wipeout 4:32
  • 13 When the Bed Breaks Down, I'll Meet You in the Spring 2:35
  • 14 Pipeline 3:55
  • 15 Okey Dokey 2:52
  • 16 Sharp Nine 3:16
  • 17 Hang Down Your Head Tom Dooley, Your Tie's Caught in Your Zipper 2:45
  • 18 Apache (Grand Master Flash remix) 7:29
  • 19 Last Bongo in Belgium (Breakers mix) 6:29

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