ZNR, the French avant-garde duo of Hector Zazou and Joseph Racaille, emerged in the mid-1970s with a distinctive blend of electro-classical and chamber rock music. Their 1976 debut album, *Barricade 3*, showcased a fusion of early synthesizers, acoustic and electric pianos, and clarinets, drawing inspiration from Erik Satie's proto-minimalist compositions. The duo's innovative approach continued with their 1978 release, *Traité de Mécanique Populaire*. Despite their brief collaboration, ZNR's unique sound has left a lasting impact on the avant-garde music scene. ([jazzrocksoul.com](https://jazzrocksoul.com/artists/znr/?utm_source=openai))