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Picture a vibrant, bustling club in the heart of the UK, where the air is thick with the energy of new wave and power pop. Enter The Vapors, a band that emerged from Guildford, turning heads and tapping feet since their inception in 1979. With a sound that’s as infectious as it is nostalgic, they captured hearts with their catchy tunes, most notably “Turning Japanese.” The band, featuring the charismatic Edward Bazalgette, has been a beacon of the new wave scene, embodying the spirit of youthful exuberance and quirky charm. Although they took a break in the early '80s, their return in recent years reminds us that some melodies never fade; they just wait for the right moment to resurface, echoing the joys and wonders of our past.
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