The Weeknd and Daft Punk are two influential acts from different musical backgrounds. The Weeknd, the stage name of Canadian singer-songwriter Abel Tesfaye, emerged in the early 2010s from Toronto and is associated with contemporary R&B, pop, and alternative R&B; his work is characterized by atmospheric production, falsetto vocals, moody lyrical themes and a blend of electronic and hip-hop-influenced beats. Daft Punk were a French electronic music duo formed in the 1990s, prominent in house, electronic dance music and synth-pop; known for their polished, groove-oriented production, use of synthesizers and sampling, and a distinctive robotic visual persona. Both have collaborated on notable recordings and have had significant impact on mainstream pop and electronic music.