Sys Machine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

February 6th, 2026 – Dark alternative band, SYS MACHINE has just unveiled their new single, “Fading” – the second track from their forthcoming album, 'Parts Unknown'.

"Fading" serves as a mood-driven counterpoint within Parts Unknown, emphasizing vulnerability, distance, and emotional erosion. The sonic character of “Fading” is haunting, atmospheric, and emotionally immersive. Musically, the song draws from influences, including ’90s trip-hop and downtempo electronic music. Also reflected in the song’s texture and mood are the sounds of dark alternative and cinematic electronic traditions.

Lyrically, "Fading"'s theme centers on the idea of slowly losing oneself or someone else as it examines isolation, illusion, and the erosion of identity. The poetic imagery (fire, the meeting of two seas) reflects a desire for release and escape. “Fading” features the vocals of Kimberly of Bow Ever Down – a long-time collaborator based in Kurdistan. Her vocal delivery, intimate, restrained, and haunting, adds a sense of geographic and emotional distance that mirrors the song’s themes of secrecy and disconnection. Dark, nocturnal tone with cinematic pacing. This is “Fading”.

The album, Parts Unknown, represents a reflective and exploratory phase for SYS MACHINE. Each track occupies a distinct emotional space while contributing to a cohesive mood. Much of the album’s evolution is shaped by long-term collaboration and careful production choices.

Visuals align with the album’s introspective, atmospheric themes. The single artwork was created by Jim Marcus – known for his work with Pulseblack, Die Warzau and Go Fight!