What did Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk reveal in a recent interview?

Bangalter shared that the last time he played a set without his iconic mask was 24 years ago, and that he first fell in love with electronic music in 1992 in the same building where the interview took place.

How has Daft Punk's presence been felt recently?

The iconic electronic duo's TB3 and GM08 helmets have been added to the popular video game Fortnite, sparking speculation about a potential comeback for the group.

When was Daft Punk's last live appearance?

Daft Punk's last live appearance was during the Weeknd's performance at the 2017 Grammy Awards, after which Bangalter released the solo album Mythologies in 2023.

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Daft Punk's Thomas Bangalter Breaks 24-Year Silence, Shares Emotional Memories

26 Oct, 2025

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Summary

Thomas Bangalter reveals he last played a set without a mask 24 years ago
Bangalter shared memories of falling in love with electronic music in 1992
Daft Punk joined Fortnite earlier this year, adding their iconic helmets

Daft Punk's Thomas Bangalter Breaks 24-Year Silence, Shares Emotional Memories

In a surprising turn of events, Daft Punk's Thomas Bangalter has broken his 24-year silence, sharing intimate details about his musical journey. In an interview with Fred Again.., Bangalter revealed that the last time he played a set without his iconic mask was 24 years ago. He also reminisced about the first time he fell in love with electronic music, which was in the same building where the interview took place, back in 1992.