A vibrant alt-pop gem that’s ready to inspire you to celebrate each day to its fullest.

Toronto-based Wardrobe is the latest creative venture from artist and songwriter Laurent Bourque. Known for a distinctive and inventive style, Wardrobe showcases Bourque’s talent for crafting unique, emotionally resonant music. The project debuted with the single “New Malaise (Solo Version)” and is gearing up for its first full-length album, set to drop in 2025. Demonstrating a clear passion for his craft, Wardrobe continues to push boundaries with no signs of slowing down. The latest release, “Better Days,” is a captivating alt-pop single featuring the versatile singer, rapper, composer, and storyteller Aquakultre (Lance Sampson). Together, they deliver a track that blends heartfelt lyrics with genre-defying sounds.

With a mesmerizing blend of uplifting beats and soulful horns, “Better Days” creates a genre-blending backdrop that perfectly complements the emotionally stirring narrative of the track. Lyrics like “When I second guess myself, Wishing I was someone else, I know, It’s wrong” and “I don’t wanna let it show, Just sit back and watch me glow” reflect on past struggles while embracing realizations about the present. Fueled by a feel-good fusion of pop, soul, and hip-hop elements, and wrapped in a nostalgic sense of optimism, Wardrobe and Aquakultre gift us with a vibrant alt-pop gem. It’s a song that encourages you to celebrate each day to its fullest, so press play and get ready for “Better Days.”

Shari Hirsch

Chicago based writer and creative. Fan of 80’s horror, fancy coffee drinks, and late night drives.