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    Tapeworms Embark on a Grand Voyage—A Bold, Glitch-Pop Odyssey

    By Chris RyanFebruary 5, 2025002 Mins Read
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    Tokyo-via-Lille shoegaze art-pop trio Tapeworms are back, unveiling their long-awaited second album, Grand Voyage, set for release on April 11 via New York City’s Music Website and Japan’s P-Vine. Drawing from the pulsating energy of French touch, the saccharine rush of early 2000s bit-pop, and the glitch-heavy experiments of Tujiko Noriko and Oli XL, the album finds the band venturing into thrilling new sonic territory.

    Leading the charge is their electrifying new single and video, “Playground”—a twisted, serotonin-fueled pop concoction that blends their eclectic influences into something utterly singular. Built on a kaleidoscope of MIDI drums, bit-crushed synths, and SEGA-inspired sound effects, the track paints a picture of an endless afternoon bathed in golden light—melancholic yet euphoric, like a childhood memory on loop. Lyrically, “Playground” taps into themes of escapism and self-discovery, echoing their recent standalone tracks “IRL”, “Puzzle” (2023), and “Superstar” (2024). It reminds us that playgrounds are more than just childhood spaces—they’re where we learn to take risks, dream freely, and carve out our own realities. As we grow older, these sacred spaces fade, but Tapeworms invite us to reclaim them.

    The accompanying music video is a dreamlike, nostalgia-drenched love letter to those fading playgrounds. Freshly settled in Tokyo, bandmates Margot Magnière and Théo Poyer roamed their new surroundings with a mini-DV camera, documenting every playground they stumbled upon. The result? A heavily cut, flickering collage of memories, evoking the hazy warmth of old family vacation tapes—the kind that capture younger versions of ourselves and bring long-lost emotions back to life.

    With Grand Voyage, Tapeworms chart a bold new course—one that’s glitchy, radiant, and fearless in its pursuit of sonic adventure.

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    Chris Ryan is the founder and visionary behind AudioFuzz.com, a destination for cutting-edge music discovery and cultural commentary. With a deep-rooted passion for music, community, and connection, Chris brings a rare blend of experience across the worlds of nightlife, activism, mental health, and media.Before launching AudioFuzz, Chris made his mark as one of New York City’s premier nightlife producers, curating some of the city’s most iconic events. Known for turning parties into immersive cultural experiences, his work was recognized by the Mayor of New York City, who awarded him for his contributions to activism and for fostering unity and visibility through nightlife. His events received multiple accolades for creativity, inclusivity, and social impact — always with a focus on bringing diverse communities together under one roof.Chris also produced SHINEOUT, the first-ever LGBT music festival, a groundbreaking celebration of queer artistry and music that set a new precedent in the industry.Driven by a lifelong desire to understand and support others, Chris pivoted to mental health, earning two master’s degrees and becoming a licensed psychotherapist. His clinical work reflects the same values that defined his nightlife career: empathy, authenticity, and the power of human connection.A global citizen and avid traveler, Chris has explored over 70 countries, using his journeys to inform the eclectic, international lens that defines AudioFuzz. From the underground clubs of Berlin to street performances in Bangkok, his firsthand experiences with music across cultures continue to fuel the site’s unique voice.Through AudioFuzz.com, Chris Ryan continues to celebrate the power of music to inspire, heal, and unite — curating a platform where queer voices, experimental sounds, and boundary-pushing artists take center stage.

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