On any given night in America, in any given city, you’re likely to find an enthusiastic group of bar patrons cheering on a friend or co-worker as they happily stumble through their rendition of a favorite song. Whether it’s Garth Brooks or Michael Jackson, it has probably been sung by millions of people wanting their own piece of the spotlight, even if just for a moment.

It’s karaoke, of course, and it has been a staple of American nightlife since the early nineties. Originally developed in Japan, it is a spectacle that lends itself to the bar scene, with music chosen and performed by the audience. There are some karaoke singers who perform often and with skill, and there are those who may sing that one song they’ve always loved, and never take the microphone again. Regardless, a good time is usually had by everyone in the building.

Over the last year or two, another nightclub fad featuring audience participation is taking hold—bingo! It may not be called bingo, and is sometimes known by variations of the name because of charity laws. Bargo, bango and other names have been seen, but the game remains largely the same.

Games are being hosted across the country, in cities like Minneapolis, Chicago, San Francisco and New York. A bar in Minneapolis may actually have cash prizes, as laws were changed two years ago to allow beer sales at bingo charities. Others may have no entry fee, and give out simple prizes of t-shirts or other promotional items, but some have been known to offer prizes as big as a new car. Regardless of the game style, many people seem to enjoy the chance of winning while they relax at their local watering hole.

Karaoke is sure to be around for a long time to come, as it seems to have touched that inner rock star in so many, but don’t be surprised if one day you walk into a local hangout and hear a familiar shout—BINGO!