The video captures the late 90s/early 2000s aesthetic with a mix of vibrant, urban settings and, in some versions, black and white performance scenes. Production Context Album: The track was released on the 1999 album Reload .
The video features Tom Jones transmitting his face onto numerous television screens, boomboxes, and devices in diverse locations (an electronics store, a grocery store, a tanning salon). tom_jones_mousse_t_sexbomb_official_music_video
Vocals were recorded at Bunk, Junk and Genius Studios in London by engineer Alex Clarke, utilizing a Brauner VM1 microphone for a "spotless," high-gain sound. The video captures the late 90s/early 2000s aesthetic
Bystanders in the video often react with wry smiles, indicating that this "Sex Bomb" transmission is an ongoing, almost inevitable occurrence. Vocals were recorded at Bunk, Junk and Genius
The video embodies a "brassy, sweaty ear-worm" vibe, with Jones appearing as an irresistible, charismatic force, often looking directly into the camera with intense energy.
The song features prominent horns, arranged by the bass player, Errol Rennolls, using a trombonist and trumpet for a "chug" effect. Impact
The official music video for "Sex Bomb" by Tom Jones and Mousse T. (1999) is a stylish, high-energy pop-funk promo that revitalized Jones' career and became a global party anthem. Director: Barry Maguire.