Liverpool-based singer Ellie Burke is utilising her university music dissertation project, ‘Filtered Reality,’ to shed light on mental health issues.
In ‘Filtered Reality,’ Ellie invites viewers into her personal world and addresses the insecurities triggered by social media. The song explores how filtered images, stories, and narratives contribute to unrealistic expectations and lifestyles, adversely impacting her well-being.
To watch the ‘Filtered Reality’ music video, click here: Filtered Reality Music Video
Ellie Burke composed ‘Filtered Reality’ as part of her university music dissertation, aiming to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of social media. During her research, Ellie delved into individual accounts of people who have experienced and continue to face mental health challenges due to cyberbullying and the harmful comparisons to filtered realities presented online.
“One girl shared how social media intensified her eating disorder as she was constantly exposed to negative content related to her condition. Another individual discussed how cyberbullying had a detrimental impact on their mental health and overall well-being. An influencer shared her struggles with anxiety caused by Instagram, where she presented an unrealistic lifestyle that was not authentic to her true self, influencing others in unhealthy ways. This is what inspired the concept of ‘Filtered Reality,'” explains Ellie Burke.
While acknowledging the positive aspects of social media, such as connection-building, access to valuable information, education, and entertainment, Ellie’s objective is to let others know they are not alone in their struggles, regardless of the challenges they face.
Ellie Burke aspires to be an artist who creates engaging and thought-provoking music that serves as an escape for her listeners. She made her debut on January 20th with her captivating single, “The Moon,” followed by the enchanting sophomore single, “Together,” which explores themes of devotion and love. These tracks showcase a simple acoustic production style complemented by Ellie’s dreamy vocals.
Blending the writing and lyrical style of soft pop with lo-fi beats, Ellie crafts her unique sound, drawing inspiration from artists such as Sasha Sloan and Olivia Dean. In addition to her music releases, Ellie can often be found busking and performing at various venues and events throughout Liverpool, where she has gained recognition as a relatable, down-to-earth rising star.
Her fascination with singing on stage, inspired by Disney and Nickelodeon stars like Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, and Ariana Grande, motivated Ellie to pursue performing arts in school, participate in singing auditions, and study music production at university.
‘Filtered Reality’ and its accompanying music video will be available on streaming platforms starting from June 16th, 2023.
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To watch the ‘Filtered Reality’ music video, click here: Filtered Reality Music Video
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