Behind The Tracks: Sleeptalker - Fractures (Single) (2026)

Sleeptalker: "Fractures" is a big step in a different direction for us. It's by far the most somber, melodic, and vulnerable song we've released, while still carrying the emotional intensity that's always been at the core of SLEEPTALKER. The song is definitely an experimental sound for us, blending the nostalgic influence of the early 2000s rock and alternative music we grew up on with a modern metal foundation. It felt like the perfect way to capture the emotions we were trying to bring to life.

 

A lot of the lyrics were written shortly after our vocalist, Jamar, lost his brother to suicide. At its heart, the song is about regret - the things left unsaid, the mistakes you wish you could take back, and the reality of having to live with those feelings after someone is gone. While the song comes from a very personal place, we tried to frame it in a way that anyone who's experienced loss, grief, or a fractured relationship could connect with.

 

Working with Spencer Sotelo again as a producer and co-writer gave us the confidence to explore new creative territory. He pushed us outside of our comfort zone and encouraged us to lean into aspects of our songwriting that we hadn't fully explored before. That's something we're carrying throughout this entire next EP. We wanted to challenge ourselves, take more risks, and showcase different sides of the band while staying true to who we are. "Fractures" is the first glimpse into that next chapter.

Support independent metal journalism — Visit the official BTC store