Dominique Fils-Aimé - My World Is the Sun
Ensoul Records
Released on February 20th, 2026
JUNO Award-winning Montreal singer songwriter Dominique Fils-Aimé’s newest album is familiar yet refreshing to those who have listened to her previous work. Through themes of spirituality and nature wrapped up in a neo-soul sound, My World Is The Sun retains the sultry brass and trance-like instrumentals of her previous work, but with a more down-tempo aesthetic.
Through thematic juxtaposition, this second album in her sophomore trilogy proves her ever-maturing sound and commitment to creative freedom. From the song “Phoenix Rising” referencing flames and transformation, which is immediately followed by “The River”, which takes a moment to slow down and allow the listener, and herself, to reflect. This variety of vibes carries throughout the entire album and provides a listening experience that feels like a perfect continuation of her previous releases.
One of my favourite parts of Fils-Aimé’s signature sound is her extensive use of backtracking vocals, which creates a unique harmony that at times can sweep you away from the music itself, making you lose yourself in her soothing vocal delivery. This is best seen in “Catch Release”, which begins acapella before the music fades in and speeds up, ending just as it gets you going.
As for track length, there’s quite the variety in this album. Some songs are under the two-minute mark, while one of the final tracks, “Rhythm of Nature”, goes for well over eight minutes. The aforementioned track starts slow and takes its time, which further accentuates Fils-Aimé’s feelings of release that she expresses through this album.
Being bilingual only adds to the jazz and soul sound that is all too familiar for listeners of her work. Despite my lack of knowledge in the French language, just to hear her sing is a treat, regardless of whether or not you can understand the words. You can just hear the beauty in her voice. This is best heard in the songs that surround the albums start and finish, utilizing a minimal set of instruments to further accentuate the pitch-perfect, rich tone of her voice.
Outside of recording, Fils-Aimé stays busy. Her recent ROOTS tour has taken her to 15 countries across the globe, playing a total of 150 concerts. With such a schedule, it’s no surprise that it has taken three years to receive a new release from her, but it was well worth the wait. This album is a slow burn, delivering 15 tracks best digested all together in one jazzy hour.
