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Rodolphe Burger's Kat Onoma: Jazz-Rock Trailblazers Since 1980

10/14/2025

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Rodolphe Burger founded the rock band Kat Onoma in 1980, which was initially named Dernière Bande.
The band developed a jazz-rock style and released five studio and three live albums.
Their music blended influences reminiscent of Steely Dan with punk elements.
The 1992 album pays tribute to American Beat poet Jack Spicer, mixing English lyrics with adaptations and a polished, gritty sound.

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Story summary

Rodolphe Burger founded the rock band Kat Onoma in 1980, which was initially named Dernière Bande.
The band developed a jazz-rock style and released five studio and three live albums.
Their music blended influences reminiscent of Steely Dan with punk elements.
The 1992 album pays tribute to American Beat poet Jack Spicer, mixing English lyrics with adaptations and a polished, gritty sound.