NEWS - JODY ELLEN "The Play Pretend"

FFO: Avril Lavigne, PVRIS, Paramore, Evanescence, Lana del Rey

"The Play Pretend" is an upbeat pop-rock anthem from Seattle alternative-pop rock artist JODY ELLEN, about reaching a breaking point and choosing authenticity over keeping up appearances. Driven by the powerful refrain, "say I'm fine, say I'm fine, but I'm not okay," the song explores the emotional weight of pressure, burnout, and struggles with mental health, including ADHD, depression, and anxiety.

Skye Warden - lead guitar (Abney Park)

Tara Chugh - keys, backing vocals (The Sirens, Queen of Hearts)

Brandon Bryan - guitar

Jason Taylor - bass (WHUMP, Back Pockett)

Cole Dickhoff - drums

Erica Paulhus - backing vocals

Website: http://www.jodyellen.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejodyellen/

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