Pere Ubu frontman David Thomas passed away at 71 after a long illness. The influential avant-garde rock band, known for their unique blend of garage rock, funk, and experimental sounds, left a significant mark on post-punk and alternative rock, inspiring bands like Joy Division and R.E.M. Thomas, born in Miami but raised in Cleveland, formed Pere Ubu after the demise of his previous band, Rocket From the Tombs. His death was announced on the band's Facebook page, noting his final wish to be returned to his Pennsylvania farm.

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