Our Editorial Standards

Leofaulkner.net is an independent fan research site dedicated to documenting what is publicly known about Leo George Faulkner, the musician widely identified as Vessel - the lead vocalist of Sleep Token. Everything we publish is held to the following editorial standards.

Editorial Team

  • James Harrington - Editor-in-chief. Music journalist with over a decade covering the UK rock and metal scene.
  • Emma Blackwell - Lead researcher. Specialises in artist identity verification and archival documentation.
  • Sarah Chen - News editor. Covers live events, interviews, and breaking Sleep Token developments.
  • Marcus Rivera - Discography editor. Responsible for music analysis and catalogue documentation.

Fact-Checking Policy

All factual claims published on Leofaulkner.net are checked against at least one primary or credible secondary source before publication. This includes:

  • Official public records (ASCAP songwriter databases, Companies House filings, official tour announcements)
  • Mainstream music press coverage (Kerrang!, NME, Rolling Stone, BBC Music)
  • Official Sleep Token statements and verified social media channels
  • Academic or archival sources where applicable

Claims that cannot be independently verified are either excluded, clearly labelled as unconfirmed, or described with qualifying language such as "reportedly," "widely identified as," "publicly associated with," or "available evidence suggests."

We do not publish speculation as fact. When we present identity evidence connecting Leo Faulkner to the Vessel persona, we explain our sources and reasoning transparently.

Sourcing Standards

We distinguish clearly between three categories of information:

  1. Confirmed facts - independently verifiable through primary sources (e.g., ASCAP credits, official discography listings, verified press interviews)
  2. Well-evidenced deductions - conclusions supported by multiple consistent secondary sources (e.g., vocal analysis, timeline evidence, industry reports)
  3. Speculation or fan theory - clearly labelled as such, and not presented with definitive language

Where a source is paywalled, we describe it without reproducing it in full. We do not fabricate quotes or attribute statements to individuals without a verifiable citation.

Corrections Policy

We are committed to correcting errors promptly and transparently.

  • If an error of fact is identified, we update the affected article as soon as possible.
  • Significant corrections are noted at the bottom of the article with a brief description of what was changed and when.
  • We do not silently delete or rewrite content to obscure past errors.
  • Readers who believe they have identified an inaccuracy are encouraged to contact us via the Contact page. We review all correction requests.

Sensitive Content - YMYL Considerations

Some topics covered on this site - including personal relationships, health matters, financial estimates, and unverified identity claims - carry a higher standard of care. For this content, we:

  • Use appropriately cautious language: "reportedly," "according to public information," "widely believed," "available evidence suggests"
  • Avoid definitive claims about matters that have not been officially confirmed
  • Include relevant caveats and source attributions
  • Review this content periodically to ensure accuracy as new information becomes available

AI Content Disclosure

Leofaulkner.net uses AI writing tools to assist in drafting, research, and content production. All AI-assisted content is:

  • Reviewed, edited, and verified by a member of our editorial team before publication
  • Checked for factual accuracy against primary and secondary sources
  • Subject to the same editorial standards as human-written content

We do not publish AI-generated content without human editorial oversight. Final editorial responsibility for all content rests with our named editors.

Independence and Conflicts of Interest

Leofaulkner.net is an independent fan site. We have no commercial relationship with Leo Faulkner, Sleep Token, their management, or their record labels. Our coverage is not influenced by advertising, sponsorship, or promotional agreements with any of the parties we write about. Advertising, if present, is clearly distinguished from editorial content.

Fan Site Disclaimer

This is an unofficial fan research site. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Leo Faulkner, Sleep Token, RCA Records, or their management in any way. All trademarks, artist names, and band names belong to their respective owners.

Contact

For corrections, tips, or editorial enquiries, please use our Contact page. We aim to respond to all editorial queries within five business days.

This Editorial Policy was last reviewed and updated in May 2026.