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Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

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As he prepares for a series of orchestra concerts, the guitarist for US band The National, Bryce Dessner, reflects on the power of live performance. Key points and original sources are listed below.

As he prepares for a series of orchestra concerts, the guitarist for US band The National, Bryce Dessner, reflects on the power of live performance.S1 S2

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Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

As he prepares for a series of orchestra concerts, the guitarist for US band The National, Bryce Dessner, reflects on the power of live performance.

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Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

As he prepares for a series of orchestra concerts, the guitarist for US band The National, Bryce Dessner, reflects on the power of live performance.

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Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

As he prepares for a series of orchestra concerts, the guitarist for US band The National, Bryce Dessner, reflects on the power of live performance.

Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

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3 outlets 3 reports Published Sep 17, 2026

The brief

As he prepares for a series of orchestra concerts, the guitarist for US band The National, Bryce Dessner, reflects on the power of live performance. Key points and original sources are listed below.

As he prepares for a series of orchestra concerts, the guitarist for US band The National, Bryce Dessner, reflects on the power of live performance.S1 S2

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Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

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Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

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Why this indie rock star says turning off your phone is a political act

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