4 Studios Arcade Fire Used to Record The Suburbs

Petite Église in Farnham, Quebec This church-turned-studio was where the band began recording in 2008.

Magic Shop in New York City Arcade Fire worked here during the album’s production, adding to its layered sound.

Studio Frisson in Montreal The band returned to their home city to record at this Montreal studio.

Public Hi-Fi in Austin, Texas This studio, owned by Spoon’s Britt Daniel, was the final location used before the album’s 2010 release.