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Fake Names is a high-energy punk/post-hardcore project that emerged from a collaboration of prominent figures in the American underground scene. Formed in 2016 in New York by Brian Baker (Minor Threat, Bad Religion) and Michael Hampton (S.O.A., Embrace), the band expanded to include Dennis Lyxzén (Refused, INVSN) on vocals, with Johnny Temple (Girls Against Boys) on bass, and later Brendan Canty (Fugazi) joining on drums. This blend of veteran influence helps Fake Names fuse sharp, punchy riffs with melodic hooks and urgent, anthemic choruses.