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Chrissie Hynde Slams Phones at Shows, Cites Dylan Rule

6/3/2026

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Hynde Bans Phones

On June 2, 2026, Chrissie Hynde, frontwoman of The Pretenders, posted on social media condemning mobile-phone use at live shows.
She cited a fan at the Albert Hall whose phone’s bright light blocked her view and noted Bob Dylan’s rule that phones be sealed in a bag.
She recalled apologising in 2024 after imposing phone-free rules at her own concerts, saying she “melts down” when she sees a phone onstage.

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Hynde Finishes Album

Chrissie Hynde announced she finished recording a Pretenders album with guitarist James Walbourne.
The album was completed after the Pretenders’ nearly twelve-month hiatus, during which Hynde focused on studio work.
She said she hopes to resume touring in 2027 and that fans have forgiven her recent seating adjustments.
Hynde asked concertgoers to keep phones off during shows, reiterating the request ahead of the upcoming tour.

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Hynde Bans Phones

On June 2, 2026, Chrissie Hynde, frontwoman of The Pretenders, posted on social media condemning mobile-phone use at live shows.
She cited a fan at the Albert Hall whose phone’s bright light blocked her view and noted Bob Dylan’s rule that phones be sealed in a bag.
She recalled apologising in 2024 after imposing phone-free rules at her own concerts, saying she “melts down” when she sees a phone onstage.

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