I saw those bongos at the local Gamestop store, and inquired as to their purpose. I was told that they are part of a game called: Donkey Kong Jungle Beat.

Little did I know that I would be reading about this game a few days later...

Here' s the link...you may have to register.

Here' s a link to the pictures.

Donkey Kong Jungle Beat (GCN)

The big ape is drumming up a new beat for platformers with this unique action game played entirely with the DK Bongo controller. Grab a set of DK Bongo controllers and use them to guide Donkey Kong through wild jungle environments brimming with ravenous enemies and challenging obstacles. Tap the bongos, do a drum roll or clap to control Donkey Kong on the screen! Battle enormous beasts, collect bananas, get in boxing matches with rivals and even ride animals and vehicles in a jungle gone wild!


Game Info:
Developer Nintendo
Publisher Nintendo
Genre Music, Action
Release Date May 1, 2005
ESRB TBA