The female-fronted metal band AraPacis have announced the release of their latest album, Nucleus Of Chaos, on November 25, 2024, through Bullseye Records of Canada Inc. This will be available on all major streaming services. A CD edition will follow in January 2025, distributed by Bongo Beat Records, Montreal.

AraPacis has been a staple of the Montreal music scene since its formation in 2003 by guitarist Jerry Fielden. The band is known for blending the essence of 1970s Hard Rock and Progressive Rock with the powerful influences of 21st-century prog metal, doom metal, and metalcore. 

Fronted by Scots singer Michelle Macpherson and driven by the superlative keyboards of 13-year-old prodigy Gillan Macpherson-Briggs, son of Michelle and Jerry, who has been mentored by ex-Rainbow man David Stone, AraPacis brings a unique and powerful sound to the music scene.

The band has shared the stage with legendary acts such as Blaze Bayley, Uli Jon Roth, Anvil, Raven, The Agonist, Doro, and others. Over the years, AraPacis has released ten albums and three EPs, carving out a unique space in the metal community.

Nucleus Of Chaos features the following members and esteemed guest artists:

Michelle Macpherson - Lead Vocals
Jerry Fielden - Lead Guitar, Synthesizers, Backing Vocals, Mandolin
Jean Audet - Bass
Scott Haskin - Drums
Gillan Macpherson-Briggs - Backing Vocals, all Keyboards except for "Let In Love ft. Derek Sherinian"
Derek Sherinian - Guest Keyboards on "Let In Love ft. Derek Sherinian"
Phil Mius d'Entremont - Guest Cello on "Epitaph Epiphany"

AraPacis has collaborated with notable musicians such as Guy LeBlanc (RIP) of Camel and Nathan Mahl, Steph Honde of Di'Anno and Hollywood Monsters, Don Airey of Deep Purple, Rainbow, Jethro Tull, Vinny Appice of Black Sabbath and Dio, David Stone of Rainbow and Max Webster, John Gallagher of Raven, Kayla Dixon of Witch Mountain, Derek Sherinian of Dream Theater/Sons of Apollo/Whom Gods Destroy, and Mark Focarile of Mile Marker Zero, among others.

AraPacis is excited to share Nucleus of Chaos with their fans and the world. This album represents a fusion of their musical roots with modern influences, creating a unique and powerful sound. Be sure to catch their new singles and stay tuned for the full album release.

Visit arapacis.com for more information.

“Let In Love”:

“The Park”: