The world's leading independent music publisher Kobalt announced today the signing of II, the dynamic drummer behind the Grammy-nominated band SLEEP TOKEN.

Known for his powerful yet nuanced drumming style and as a key songwriter of SLEEP TOKEN, II brings a unique blend of technical mastery and emotional depth that has become central to SLEEP TOKEN's distinct sound and captivating live performances.

The Kobalt deal follows a landmark period for SLEEP TOKEN, whose single "Caramel" was named one of the "Best Songs Of 2025" by The New York Times, while the band achieved unprecedented crossover success with the entirety of "Even In Arcadia" charting on the Billboard Hot 100.

The album also debuted at No.

1 on both the Billboard 200 and the U.K.

official albums chart, claimed No.

1 positions across Billboard's Top Album Sales, Top Streaming Albums, Top Rock & Alternative Albums, Top Rock Albums, Top Hard Rock Albums, Top Alternative Albums, and Indie Store Album Sales charts, and delivered the largest streaming week ever for a hard rock album.

Internationally, "Even In Arcadia" reached No.

1 in the U.K., Canada, Australia, Germany, New Zealand, Austria, the Netherlands, and Belgium.

Following these milestones, the band's global profile and influence in heavy music have never been higher.

"It is what it is, II is a master of his craft," said Kenny McGoff, EVP head of creative UK and GSA, Kobalt.

"With so many SLEEP TOKEN fans already at Kobalt it's an honour for us all to protect and serve the songs." II gained notoriety as the drummer and a key songwriter of SLEEP TOKEN, serving as the driving force behind the band's rhythmic architecture.

His studio work features thoughtfully crafted rhythmic motifs, percussive textures, and grooves that carry as much emotional weight as musical complexity, blending elements of modern metal with jazz, electronic, and cinematic percussion to create a rhythmic voice unlike anything in heavy music today.

The signing comes after Kobalt inked deals with the likes of Welsh legend Ryan Richards behind British rock band SLEEP TOKEN.

"What a privilege to be part of this incredible band that has taken the world by storm," added Melissa Emert-Hutner, Kobalt's SVP, creative.

"Working alongside Ryan throughout this journey has been an exciting privilege." With II set to continue crafting sonic landscapes as one-third of SLEEP TOKEN and with Kobalt poised to support their next moves, fans can expect plenty more from the band in the years to come.