Rianne Downey - "Good in Goodbye"

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Photo by Sam Crowston

While her previous single ("Angel") was more of a classic country throwback, Rianne Downey goes much more modern on her latest release. "Good in Goodbye" shows off the Scottish singer's more pop focused side, although the song is still heavily rooted in country and folk. As much as we tend to hate the pop side of country, Downey is showing the correct way the genre should be done. This one is going to have some pretty serious appeal to fans of modern folk pop and also classic country. It might not have the same vintage country sound "Angel" did, but the bones of classic country are still audible in "Good in Goodbye."

Rianne Downey says of her latest single:

“This song is about coming to terms with growing older, embracing change, and realising that love and loss are intertwined. It’s a reflection on finding peace in goodbyes and trusting that heartbreak is the doorway to growth.”

You can listen to "Good in Goodbye" below. The Consequence of Love is due out October 17. For more on Rianne Downey, check out the artist's website. Upcoming tour dates are below the song.


September

Mon 15th - Aberdeen, P&J LIve*

Tue 16th - Newcastle, Utilita Arena*

Thu 18th - Leeds, First Direct Arena*

Fri 19th - Manchester, Co-Op Live*

 

October

Sun 12th - Hull, Central Library (Matinee) SOLD OUT

Sun 12th - Hull, Central Library (Evening Show)

Mon 13th - Nantwich, Words & Music Festival SOLD OUT

Wed 28th - Sheffield, The Foundry    

Thu 29th - London, OMEARA SOLD OUT

Fri 30th - Cardiff, The Globe   

 

November

Sat 1st - Nottingham, Rescue Rooms SOLD OUT

Wed 5th - Leeds, The Wardrobe SOLD OUT

Fri 7th - Newcastle, NSU Reds Bar

Sat 8th - Liverpool, The Arts Club SOLD OUT

Wed 12th - Dublin, Soundhouse SOLD OUT

Thu 13th - Belfast, Ulster Sports Club SOLD OUT

 

December

Fri 5th - Manchester, Band On The Wall SOLD OUT

Sat 6th - Glasgow, The Old Fruit Market SOLD OUT

 

March

Thu 5th - London, One Ninety Four   

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