The Pretenders Rock / Pop The Pretenders are an American rock band known for innovative songwriting and charismatic performances. The original band consisted of group founder, songwriter, vocalist, and rhythm guitarist Chrissie Hynde, lead and rhythm guitarist James Honeyman-Scott, bassist Pete Farndon, and drummer Martin Chambers. This band was fractured by drug-related deaths and numerous subsequent personnel changes have taken place over the years, with Hynde as the sole constant. Reviews The Pretenders - Pretenders   (9 out of 10) Amy Wagner The Pretenders - Pretenders II (9 out of 10) Erick Mertz Artist Website The Pretenders - Official Website