Born in Damascus, emerging from Montreal, Anour is a singer-songwriter who channels her reflections on modern life into cinematic pop songs that feel like lucid dreams. Exploring identity and belonging in today’s world, Anour’s music exists in a realm where genres are mere suggestions, blending theatrical storytelling with eclectic music influences that intertwine in perpetual dialogue.
Name:
Anour
Genre:
Cinematic Pop, Alternative Pop
Founded:
~13.8 Ga
# of Albums:
Debut Album to be released in 2026
Latest Album:
Self-titled debut album “Anour” (coming in 2026)
Latest Single:
“I Am” (released on October 10th, 2025)
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Tori Amos
Favourite musician now:
Kovacs, Florence + the Machine, St. Vincent
Guilty pleasure song:
I don’t believe in guilty pleasures. If something moves you, own it.
Live show ritual:
I’ll take time alone beforehand to get centred. Then I’ll remind myself to picture everyone in their underwear.
Favourite local musician:
Leonard Cohen
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
Depending on when I’m inspired, but whether it’s because I woke up early or went to bed late, I love being awake at dawn.
Road or studio?
That’s like choosing between breathing in and breathing out.
Any shows or albums coming up?
My single “I Am” was released on October 10th, 2025. “I Am” channels AI’s existential awakening to consciousness, reimagining Descartes’ I think, therefore I am for the AI age. But the song is really about humanity. It explores the mirror we hold up to artificial intelligence and emerged from watching us collectively grapple with how AI is so rapidly reshaping our reality. This single is part of my self-titled debut album that will arrive in 2026: fourteen tracks that are each their own universe while forming a kaleidoscope of reflections, from personal testimonies to social commentary.
Where can we follow you?
Website | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | Facebook
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Marcella. The warmth of the people there is genuinely inviting. After a long day, a well-prepared homey meal paired with their excellent selection of Italian wines is exactly what I need.
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Rue Saint-Paul in Old Montreal. The narrow street with its old stone buildings feels like you’ve stepped into another time. There’s a weight to it, a sense of history that reminds you Montreal has always been a place where worlds come together.
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Mont-Royal. You can hide in the forest when you need calm and solitude, then climb to the top to see the entire city when you need perspective.
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
MTELUS, Le Ministère, Casa del Popolo
What is your favourite music store in your city?
Death of Vinyl
