In the world of alt-pop, where nostalgia mingles with innovation and style dances with substance, Trevor Drury emerges as a force of nature—equal parts polished icon and introspective provocateur. With Alice, It’s All in Your Head, Drury’s latest EP, he plunges deep into the corridors of human emotion, presenting us with an experience that feels like stepping into a dream—haunting, cinematic, and unshakably chic.
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Drury, the Tucson-born, San Diego-raised musician and former model, has long straddled the worlds of music and high fashion. His sound—a blend of indie rock and jazz elements wrapped in retro stylings—feels as tailored as the designs he once modeled for the likes of Tom Ford, Hermes, and Malan Breton. It’s a sartorial and sonic fusion that makes Alice as much a collection of art as an album. The music isn’t just heard; it’s worn, lived in, as if Drury is gifting us an haute couture wardrobe of sound, with each track a runway-ready piece.
Opening with the single “Head on the Tracks,” Drury’s piano skills instantly pull you in. It’s the kind of track that feels like you’re staring out the window of a train moving through a forgotten landscape—intimate yet sweeping, with melancholic piano riffs that shimmer like silk. You can almost see the sepia-toned film reel flickering in the background, a visual complement to the sound. This is a Drury signature: an evocative musical storytelling that lingers long after the track has ended, much like a runway show that leaves you gasping for more after the final look has walked offstage.
Trevor Drury has always been drawn to the past, and this EP is no different. His influences—Radiohead, Elvis Presley, Elton John—are stitched into the fabric of his work, but what’s remarkable is how seamlessly he incorporates these threads into his own unique creation. The nostalgic allure of these artists is unmistakable, but Drury is not interested in mimicry. Alice is a collection of reinventions, a retro-modern pastiche that’s every bit as current as it is classic.
Drury has never been one to follow the rules. His musical journey began at just eight years old, when he first sat down at a piano. Later, after studying at San Diego State University, his burgeoning style would collide with the academic structures of classical training, igniting the spark that led him to break free and craft his own path. The result? A songwriter with the kind of finesse and rebellious spirit we don’t see enough of these days. It’s evident in Alice, where his songwriting stretches into uncharted emotional territory, reflecting a maturity beyond his years.
“Music has always been my teacher,” Drury has said. And with this EP, it’s as if he’s giving us an intimate glimpse into his own continuing education—his growth as both a musician and a storyteller. The title track, “Alice, It’s All in Your Head,” is a swirling, heady mix of jazz-inflected chords and existential musings. Drury’s voice—a blend of croon and confession—guides us through the labyrinth of the human mind, touching on themes of self-doubt, anxiety, and the complex interplay of reality and perception. It’s all very chic, of course, but beneath the slick production lies an emotional rawness that feels refreshingly vulnerable.
Fashion may have given Drury his start, but music is clearly his home. Having studied at the BIMM Music Institute in London and currently pursuing his degree at Berklee College of Music, Drury’s commitment to his craft is as meticulous as his sartorial sense. His collaborations on this EP with Grammy Award-winning producer Marc Swersky and mixer Seth Von Paulus elevate the soundscape to a level of refinement rarely seen in today’s indie alt-pop. The lush production feels as luxurious as cashmere, wrapping around Drury’s evocative lyrics like a perfectly tailored overcoat.
In “Alice,” Drury plays with the idea of duality—of the self and the other, of fantasy and reality. The EP feels like stepping into a parallel universe, where each track is a vignette in an ongoing narrative of personal exploration. There’s a reason why his storytelling has been lauded as impossible to ignore. Drury doesn’t just write songs; he creates worlds, and in Alice, we find ourselves willingly lost in the maze.
And then there’s the influence of his years as an international model. Drury’s experience in the fashion world gives his music a certain polish, a sense of knowing exactly how to present oneself. The man who has graced the pages of Details Magazine and walked for some of fashion’s biggest names brings the same attention to detail to his music. He understands the importance of the right moment, the right look—or in this case, the right note. In the track “Head on the Tracks,” the pacing is impeccable, the composition effortlessly balancing between minimalism and grandeur. Much like the quiet elegance of a perfectly executed runway look, Drury knows when to hold back and when to let the music speak volumes.
Trevor Drury’s sound is a refreshing antidote to the often frenetic pace of modern pop. His music asks us to slow down, to listen, to reflect. It’s not background noise; it’s an invitation to step into his carefully curated world, where every song feels like an intimate tête-à-tête. Whether it’s the smoky jazz influences that bubble up in “Alice” or the alt-rock edge of “Head on the Tracks,” Drury’s sound is unmistakably his own—rich, textured, and endlessly chic.
Alice, It’s All in Your Head is not just an EP; it’s a statement piece. It’s the kind of collection that, much like the couture designs Drury once modeled, will stand the test of time. This isn’t fast fashion—it’s timeless, classic, and undeniably sophisticated. With this release, Trevor Drury has cemented his place not just in the world of music but in the broader cultural conversation. He’s a musician, yes, but he’s also an artist, a storyteller, and above all, a creator of worlds.
Chadwick Easton