Duncan Therrell, the creative force behind Lost Foxes, has stepped into the spotlight as a solo artist with the release of his debut album, To Get Used To You Gone. A deeply personal and introspective ten-track collection blending pop, rap, and hip-hop elements, the album explores the emotional complexities of heartbreak, reconciliation, and acceptance. Through poignant lyricism and immersive storytelling, Therrell crafts a narrative that resonates with those who have faced the turbulence of love and loss.
The journey to To Get Used To You Gone began nearly two years ago while Therrell was still fronting Lost Foxes. It was originally conceived as a band project until the album gradually took on a more intimate and personal direction. Therrell was inspired to complete it as an independent release which served a turning point in his career, allowing him to embrace full creative control and refine his distinctive artistic voice.
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Sonically, the album is a rich tapestry of influences like hip-hop and indie rock, weaving together soaring melodies, intricate instrumentation, and evocative production as we experience the artist’s evolution on themes of love and loss. Across its ten tracks, the album takes listeners on an emotional rollercoaster, capturing love in all its forms—from its darkest, most painful moments to its most euphoric and intoxicating highs. Therrell’s raw and emotive vocal delivery enhances the album’s impact, drawing listeners into a profoundly introspective world.
The opening track, Time, sets the tone with a chill, downtempo beat that evokes the helplessness of being trapped in the past, unable to move forward in pursuit of something solid. “Do I wish my life was long enough / So I could fall enough / Stop running back time and so I could fall in love.” The theme itself is inherently emotional, and Therrell delivers it with conviction.
Wide Awake follows and serves as a natural continuation of the album’s story arc. If Time was about being stuck in a cycle of longing, Wide Awake is about self-realization and acknowledging personal limitations. “I know the time it takes / And I’m wide awake, yeah / Think it’s time to turn it ’round, yeah…” The track is earnest, pulling listeners into Therrell’s reflective state of mind.
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Midway through the album, Diamonds takes a sonic detour into indie rock territory. Melancholic and raw, the track captures the sting of a fading relationship. Therrell lays his emotions bare with lyrics many can relate to: “Wasting all my time on / Something I can’t rely on / And when I’m feeling down / You won’t text back ’cause you’re not around.” The contrast between the instrumentation and weighted lyrics creates a push and pull, heightening the emotional stakes.
One of the album’s standout moments, Superstition, offers an energy shift. With an understated beat reminiscent of Miami-style dance music, Therrell leans into a groove that feels effortlessly cool. While the theme remains in line with the album’s exploration of love’s complexities, Superstition brings a rhythmic, hypnotic quality that makes it a highlight.
More than just a debut, To Get Used To You Gone is a breakthrough for Therrell as a musician and a storyteller. It marks the beginning of his solo career and the culmination of the artistic vision he developed with Lost Foxes. By channeling his past experiences into this project, Therrell created an album that feels deeply personal and universally relatable. As he steps into this new era, To Get Used To You Gone positions him as an artist to watch, offering a glimpse into the next chapter of his evolving sound.
