“A few people have mentioned the childlike, sing-along quality in our songs. I think it’s because my voice isn’t too high or too low, and the lyrics have that chanty quality, so anyone can sing along to them. Or maybe we’ve just got the brains of four-year-olds!” – Katie White, leader singer of The Ting Tings. (As quoted in The Guardian).

Well said Katie! From the age of 1.5, their “childlike, singalong” tunes instantly had my daughter Maia’s head bobbing. I think the first lyrics she learned were the chanting calls of “the drums, the drums” from their hit single “Great DJ.”  Today, she enjoys imitating the rock star moves of this electronic/pop/rock band.

Compromised of lead singer Katie White and drummer/guitar player/programmer Jules De Martino, The Ting Tings debut release “We Started Nothing” was released a few years ago. Despite the fact that it is not your traditional family album, it will be a welcome addition to your car rides.

The Ting Tings have dabbled in kindie music as well, including a cover of “Happy Birthday” by Altered Images that was performed on “Yo Gabba Gabba” late last year. Our daughter’s favorite YouTube video is a mashup of Brobee singing “Party in My Tummy” with their hit single “That’s Not My Name.”

So, throw some tunes written for an adult audience in the iPod mix, knowing the little ones will also enjoy. (Disclaimer “Shut Up & Let Me Go” may be a skipper for impressionable minds.)

Check out the “Party in My Tummy” / “That’s Not My Name” mashup below.