DAT Politics

DAT Politics is a seminal French electronic outfit formed in 1998, emerging from the experimental 'Tone Rec' collective. They are a pivotal bridge between the academic glitch movements of the late 90s (Mille Plateaux, A-Musik) and the more extroverted, fashion-forward electroclash and electropop scenes of the early 2000s.

Originally a quintet before streamlining into a duo, their sound identity is defined by 'laptop-punk' - a high-energy, DIY approach to digital synthesis that prioritizes rhythmic playfulness over ambient texture. Their career arc shows a transition from abstract glitch-hop on labels like Tigerbeat6 to a more structured, vocal-driven pop aesthetic on the Chicks on Speed label. 0' era, though they remained more experimental than contemporaries like Daft Punk. Critical consensus highlights their influence on hyperpop and modern glitch-pop, noting their ability to maintain a 'cult' status through consistent touring and a strong visual identity rooted in graphic design.