Reviews of Suburban Mist

“Suburban Mist is satisfyingly diverse. Each track is a journey to unexplored territory, full of thought-provoking twists and turns. Stand-out track: ‘Unjustified’ with its mystical colors and gorgeous string inclusion. AraPacis once again showcase their unique and colorful creative expression via brave and adventurous experimentation.”

“Suburban Mist” is Canadian progressive rockers AraPacis' ninth album. Mixing progressive metal, hard rock, metalcore, and even country, this seven-track platter surprises and pleases. From the hypnotic growls of ‘Urban Mist’ to the ethereal title track featuring Derek Sherinian, each song is a smorgasbord of moods and styles. ‘Rural Mist’ kicks up a storm of moonshine and bayou vibes, while ‘In Hell, I’m Home’ and ‘Cage of Fog’ shift between haunting melodies and brutal intensity. ‘Unjustified’ delivers Eastern mystique and magical fretwork, and ‘Music, You and Wine’ closes the album with folk-infused fire. A quality release that delivers on all fronts.”

“Suburban Mist is at the top of AraPacis’s catalog. From the groovy Black Sabbath-style opener ‘Urban Mist’ to the epic western flair of ‘Rural Mist,’ the album blends gritty vocals, incendiary guitar work, and melodic textures with storytelling finesse. Derek Sherinian’s keyboards on the title track add a spacy, moody vibe, while David Stone’s contributions elevate tracks like ‘Unjustified’ and ‘Music, You and Wine.’ Michelle Macpherson’s vocals shine throughout, especially on the melancholic ‘Cage of Fog.’ A tremendous piece of music full of lush tones and progressive fire.”

“Suburban Mist is a musical delight. Michelle Macpherson’s voice is a force of nature—lyrical, guttural, and mystic. Derek Sherinian’s keyboards on the title track add a mysterious, oriental touch, while ‘Rural Mist’ surprises with its country-metal fusion. ‘Cage of Fog’ and ‘Unjustified’ showcase David Stone’s haunting organ melodies and Gwendolyne Krasnicki’s violin interplay. The final track, ‘Music, You and Wine,’ is a prog-folk gem that leaves you wanting more. AraPacis continues to evolve without limits. Their originality and talent deserve to be heard in the world’s greatest studios.”