Chrissie Hynde Urges Concertgoers to Put Down Their Phones and Enjoy the Moment
Chrissie Hynde, the lead singer of The Pretenders, has expressed her frustration with concertgoers who film and take photos during shows. She emphasized that many musicians share her dislike for this behavior and would prefer audiences to simply enjoy the moment. Despite efforts by artists like Bob Dylan to ban phones at concerts, some fans continue to disregard the rules. Hynde compared the act of filming at concerts to monkeys behaving inappropriately in public, highlighting the lack of respect for artists' requests. She also likened the experience to having a mosquito buzzing around your head while trying to sleep, emphasizing the distraction caused by constant filming and photography during performances. Hynde's plea for concertgoers to put down their phones and be present in the moment reflects a common sentiment among artists who find the pervasive use of phones at shows disruptive and disrespectful.