Downplay

Downplay is an American rock band formed in Athens, Ohio in 2002 and currently based out of Columbus, Ohio. The band consists of Dustin Bates, Evan McKeever, Trevor Connor, and Brian Patrick. The band has released four albums to date and is currently recording their major label debut with producer Dave Fortman. Their song Hated You From Hello was featured for Game Changer of the Year in the 2011 WWE Slammy's. On July 13, 2012 it was announced on their Facebook page that "Trevor has decided to leave the band to pursue other interests. He is a great friend and we will miss having him around. We wish him well. There are no further details regarding it right now."