Eiffel 65 became globally recognized through their Eurodance hits and have since continued to evolve their sound, maintaining a presence in the electronic music scene. After achieving widespread global popularity with their 1999 debut studio album Europop, Eiffel 65 established their presence within the studios of the Turin-based record company Bliss Corporation in 1997. The original lineup, comprising Jeffrey Jey, Maurizio Lobina, and Gabry Ponte, quickly captivated audiences with their distinctive sound and visual aesthetic featuring the character Zorotl. The album’s lead single, ‘Blue (Da Ba Dee)’, released in 1998, became a worldwide phenomenon in 1999, securing the number one position in numerous countries, including the UK and Australia, and peaking at number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
The original Eiffel 65, with Jeffrey Jey and Maurizio Lobina, officially reunited in 2010, embarking on the New Planet Tour across Europe and a mini-tour in Australia. Their renewed creative output was previewed in 2016 with the release of a demo for their new single ‘Panico,’ also known by its English version, ‘Critical.’ The group maintains an active performance schedule, including their participation in Una Voce Per San Marino in 2023. Looking ahead, Eiffel 65 continues to innovate within the electronic music scene. In May 2024, the group released their latest single, ‘Bestiale,’ a collaboration with acclaimed Italian singer Loredana Bertè, further showcasing their enduring appeal and artistic versatility.