Why is Oingo Boingo so good?
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Why is Oingo Boingo so good?
Oingo Boingo is well known for their use of quick riffs, synths, a lively brass section and unique drums, creating a sound that is ominous, powerful and surreal. Their fascination with death and the afterlife separates them from mainstream new wave bands.
What kind of band is Oingo Boingo?
As a rock band, Oingo Boingo started as a ska and punk-influenced new wave octet, achieving significant popularity in Southern California. During the mid-1980s, the band changed line-ups and adopted a more pop-oriented style, until a significant genre change to alternative rock in 1994.
How many years was Elfman part of Oingo Boingo?
18 years
During his 18 years with Oingo Boingo, Elfman developed significant hearing damage as a result of the continuous exposure to the high noise levels involved in performing in a rock band.
Is Oingo Boingo prog?
In 1991 the group re-emerged with Warren FITZGERALD as a second guitarist, and Marc MANN on keyboards, and the band’s name now shortened to BOINGO. Their final self-titled studio album was their darkest and most progressive, but also signalled the end of this fine group.
Who is Danny Elfman’s wife?
Bridget FondaDanny Elfman / Wife (m. 2003)
What was Oingo Boingo biggest hit?
Dead Man’s Party
Track listing
| No. | Title | Original release |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | “Dead Man’s Party” | Boingo Alive (1988) |
| 2. | “When the Lights Go Out” | Dark at the End of the Tunnel (1990) |
| 3. | “Gratitude” | Danny Elfman’s So-Lo (1984) |
| 4. | “Skin” | Dark at the End of the Tunnel (1990) |
Was Danny Elfman in a band?
Oingo Boingo1979 – 1995
The Mystic Knights of the Oingo Boingo1972 – 1979
Danny Elfman/Music groups
Is Danny Elfman touring?
Danny Elfman is currently touring across 1 country and has 2 upcoming concerts. Their next tour date is at SSE Arena, Wembley in London, after that they’ll be at SSE Arena, Wembley again in London.
Does Danny Elfman get royalties from the Simpsons?
Typically, in 2016 royalties on a TV theme average USD$0.25. He’s been quoted as saying he’s more often paid “when the first twelve notes of The Simpsons air” than on performances of the entire theme, which was covered by Green Day for the release of The Simpsons movie, reaching 6th on the Billboard Charts in 2007.
Yes he is. He is the uncle of Jenna Elfman’s husband, Bodhi Elfman. Fun additional fact, Danny Elfman is married to Bridget Fonda, daughter of Peter Fonda and niece to Jane Fonda.
Who is Danny Elfman’s father?
Milton ElfmanDanny Elfman / Father
How rich is Danny Elfman?
Danny Elfman Net Worth
| Net Worth: | $50 Million |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth: | May 29, 1953 (68 years old) |
| Gender: | Male |
| Height: | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Profession: | Singer-songwriter, Record producer, Actor, Film Score Composer, Singer, Voice Actor, Composer, Film Producer |