Finnish four-piece SYSI have released their self-titled debut EP, a three-track introduction to the band’s slow and melodic approach to black metal.

The group build their sound around Finnish-language lyrics, heavy atmosphere and melody rather than speed for its own sake. The material is rooted in black metal, but the emphasis is on emotional weight, clarity and a sense of connection across language barriers.

The EP was mixed and mastered by Finnish producer Hiili Hiilesmaa, whose credits include Sentenced, HIM and Moonspell.

Guitarist and composer Lauri Kivikoski has described melody as a central test in the writing process: if a line does not move the composer first, it is unlikely to reach the listener. That principle runs through the release, where restrained pacing and melancholic themes carry as much weight as the heavier passages.

SYSI was released on 16 September 2026 and is available through the band’s official digital channels.