In a raw moment of exasperation, Bob Sinclar took to social media to regret how smartphone usage you have eroded the personal connection cultivated by live shows.

The French electronic music icon recorded a video message in the wake of a recent performance at a club in Mykonos, which he highlighted as a “beautiful place.” The energy and atmosphere of the show, I assumed, would be lively.

Sinclar said his expectations were dashed, however, when he found the majority of attendees on the dancefloor remaining frozen in place, “completely dead” as they recorded on their smartphones.

“I’m so depressed,” Sinclar said, noting that the crowd remained still behind their phones even as he played his many generational dance hits, like the timeless “Love Generation.” “It was the worst gig of my entire career,” he added.

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All hope wasn’t lost, however, as Sinclar returned to Instagram days later to thank his fans in Cannes for joining him during a particularly exuberant outing at the Bâoli club. Sometimes, a wakeup call is all we need.

Sinclar is one of many influential DJs to bemoan the recent emergence in smartphone usage and its impact on the authenticity of club culture. Anyma, Damian Lazarus, Wavedash and the collaborative duo of James Hype and MEDUZA have advocated for digital detox efforts in nightlife, among others. Miami’s iconic Club Space also implemented its first-ever no-phone policy for a 24-hour party in June.