It’s hard to describe the charm of Yo Gabba Gabba. Possibly tailored to appeal to my generation, with it’s mix of 80s artwork and electronic/hip-hop songs, it is strangely hypnotising.  Plus the kids love it!

The five friends are all back; Muno the red cyclops, Foofa the pink flower bubble, Brobee the little green one, Toodee the blue cat-dragon and Plex the robot. Ever-guided by DJ Lance Rock, the gang explore themes in the 20-part second series like Games, Weather and Animals.

The series kicks off on Monday at 7:30am on Nick Jr, with repeats on the same channel at 2:30pm and then on Nick Jr 2 at 5:30pm. Monday’s episode will see them celebrating Brobee’s birthday:

It’s Brobee’s birthday but he is sad because he thinks everyone has forgotten about it, so he reflects on his past birthdays with DJ Lance. But then Brobee is surprised by a big party in his honour with all his friends in attendance. He counts the candles and finds out how old he is when the gang sings the “How Old Are You?” song. Then special guest Melora Hardin (The Office US) leads everyone in a Conga line. Just before the episode ends The Ting Tings perform the Altered Images classic “Happy Birthday”.

The series is being shows in two halves. The first ten episodes will be aired from this Monday (15th June). The last ten episodes are due to be scheduled later this year.

A number of Yo Gabba Gabba toys are now available since the show became popular in the UK. There is no news of a UK DVD release yet.

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