Sleep Token members unmasked: The identity of each band member

Sleep Token members unmasked: The identity of each band member

Musicians use creativity in many ways to stay in the spotlight. Sleep Token takes the mystery to another level by hiding their faces. Fans have long wondered who they are. Recent reports reveal Sleep Token members’ names, including Vessel, the lead singer, known as Leo George Faulkner. Here is what to learn about their identities.

Sleep Token members performing on stage
Sleep Token members at a Leeds Festival at Bramham Park, England. Photo: Katja Ogrin/Redferns
Source: Getty Images

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Key takeaways

  • Sleep Token are an English rock band formed in London in 2016.
  • The band's mysterious image has fueled curiosity about the real identities behind the masks.
  • The lead singer, Vessel, has been revealed as Leo George Faulkner.

Profile summary

Band name

Sleep Token

Genre

Alternative metal, progressive metal, post-metal, indie pop, djent

Location

London, England

Members

Vessel, II, III and IV

Discography

Sundowning (2019); This Place Will Become Your Tomb (2021); Take Me Back to Eden (2023)

Record label

Spinefarm, Basick, RCA

Active years

2016-present

Website

sleep-token

Social media account

Instagram

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Sleep Token members unmasked

Sleep Token is an English rock band of four individuals, two of whom are the only members credited with writing any of their music. Their Instagram page shows they thrive on anonymity, but recent developments are unmasking the real faces behind the aliases.

Below are details on the Sleep Token members' real names:

Vessel, aka Leo George Faulkner

Vessel, aka Leo George Faulkner on stage
Vessel, aka Leo George Faulkner. Photo: @sleep_token (modified by author)
Source: Instagram
  • Full name: Leo George Faulkner
  • Also known as: Vessel
  • Gender: Male
  • Date of birth: 22 December 1993
  • Age: 32 years (as of 2025)

Vessel of Sleep Token is the lead singer, but his real identity has been revealed as Leo George Faulkner. He was born on 22 December 1993 and initially pursued a solo project under the stage name Dusk. According to Blacklit Canopy Bandcamp, he was part of a band known as Blacklit Canopy before undertaking his Sleep Token journey.

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Netizens' investigation into the unmasking of Leo Faulkner of Sleep Token's musical evolution shows intriguing facts. One of these is the lead singer's occasional references to his past endeavours with other bands.

II, aka Adam Pedder

II, also known as Adam Pedder playing drums
II, also known as Adam Pedder. Photo: @ii_sleeptoken on Instagram (modified by author)
Source: Instagram
  • Full name: Adam Pedder
  • Also known as: II
  • Gender: Male
  • Date of birth: 31 September 1991
  • Age: 34 years (as of 2025)
  • Place of birth: Swindon, Wiltshire, UK

Adam Pedder became Sleep Token's drummer after reportedly working with musical groups like Belial, As Winter Burns White, and Morbid Remains.

He goes by the alias II and plays the drums for the band. Now that the Sleep Token without masks has become a thing, fans know the real face behind Sleep Token's rhythmic foundation. Sleep Token's II is a talented drummer.

III, aka Dave Ball

III, aka Dave Ball playing the guitar
III, aka Dave Ball. Photo: @iii_sleeptoken on Instagram (modified by author)
Source: Instagram
  • Real name: Dave Ball
  • Gender: Male
  • Also known as: III

Dave Ball from Sleep Token is the group's bassist, referred to as III. His importance to the music band cannot be overstated. He has been captured during tours, such as performances at the Mitsubishi Hall in Düsseldorf and Verti Music Hall in Berlin.

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IV, aka Rhys Griffiths

IV, aka Rhys Griffiths performing on stage
IV, aka Rhys Griffiths. Photo: @iv_sleeptoken on Instagram (modified by author)
Source: Instagram
  • Real name: Rhys Griffiths
  • Gender: Male
  • Also known as: IV

Aside from Sleep Token's singer Leo Faulkner, Rhys Griffiths, often identified as IV, is the band's backup vocalist and guitarist. Before joining the band, Rhys was with the band Continents, where he honed his talents as a guitarist and vocalist.

The Sleep Token identity

The Sleep Token's identity was born out of a vision allegedly experienced by their lead vocalist, Vessel. This member claimed to have experienced a visit from an ancient deity named Sleep.

According to a press release by Basick Records, the band was described as:

A band that goes above and beyond simply writing and playing music, Sleep Token is said to be "the mortal representatives" of the ancient deity known only as 'Sleep', led by the masked and cloaked figure appointed 'Vessel'—the master creator behind the music.

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Sleep Token's former members

Sleep Token did not revolve around Vessel and the other three. Some former band members played key roles in shaping the band's early beginnings. Some of them are:

Annina Melissa

Annina was a pianist, keyboardist, and backup vocalist with the group between 2016 and 2020. She contributed to Sleep Token's sound. She later left to pursue other adventures in cyberpunk tunes and video game composition.

Jasper Lyons

He was the group's lead guitarist from 2016 to 2020. According to a Facebook account, Jasper has a diverse musical background. He launched the Eastbourne Music Collective while also playing with the Treasurer band.

Vessel of Sleep Token performing on stage
Vessel of Sleep Token during Day 3 of a Leeds Festival at Bramham Park in England. Photo: Matthew Baker
Source: Getty Images

The Vesselettes: supporting vocalists

Sleep Token's names do not end with the four above. Sleep Token's sonic landscape is enhanced by a group of three ladies known as The Vesselettes.

According to an Instagram post, the Vesellettes comprise Mathilda Riley, Lynsey Ward, and Paige Lucip. Their harmonious backup vocals undoubtedly provide the ethereal atmosphere that defines the group's music.

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Impact of Sleep Token's unmasking

As published on Sportskeeda, the revelation of Sleep Token members' identities is a significant change in the band's mysterious identity. It was alleged that someone located the birth certificate of Dave Ball, the band's bassist, popularly known only as III. Impericon reports that the individual who found his birth certificate could also get his Twitch account.

Each member remains dedicated to keeping their true identities from the public. More importantly, their fans have also taken on this mantle of secrecy. So far, many of them have responded to the supposed leak with mighty indignation toward the perpetrator.

Sleep Token's songs

Here are Sleep Token’s most popular songs:

  • The Summoning
  • Chokehold
  • Alkaline
  • Granite
  • Aqua Regia
  • Take Me Back to Eden
  • Euclid
  • The Love You Want
  • Hypnosis
  • Blood Sport

Fans who love these songs often show it through Sleep Token's merch. The designs reflect the band’s dark and mysterious style. Items include hoodies, masks, and vinyl records. The merch lets fans celebrate the music and connect with Sleep Token beyond streaming platforms.

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FAQs

  • Is Sleep Token one person? It is a musical group of four major members.
  • Which god does Sleep Token worship? They do not worship a god but their identity is based on a knockoff of spirituality.
  • Did Sleep Token get doxed? They were allegedly doxed after III's identity was reportedly revealed.
  • Who are the members of the band Sleep Token? Vessel, II, III, and IV make up the group.
  • Who is the singer behind Sleep Token? The lead singer of the group is Vessel.
  • What is Sleep Token II's real identity? His name is Adam Pedder.
  • Were Sleep Token identities leaked? Their identities were allegedly made public knowledge.
  • What are Sleep Token members' ages? Only Vessels and II's ages are known to the public at 32 and 34 years respectively as of 2025.
  • Why does Sleep Token hide their identities? They hide their identities to keep the focus on the music and its message rather than the people behind it.

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Sleep Token members remain devoted to their craft. Their music’s transcendental quality continues to inspire loyal fans. Efforts to damage their reputation have not lessened their influence.

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