Isabel Rumble Shares Intimate 'Better Half of Me' Ahead of Sophomore Album and Australian Tour
Isabel Rumble returns with 'Better Half of Me', a dusky, introspective single that reflects on love's quiet departure. It offers a tender preview of her second full-length album 'Hold Everything Lightly', due October 24, alongside a national tour throughout October and November.
The release follows a steady rise for Isabel, who has shared stages with acclaimed artists such as Lior & Domini, Daniel Champagne, Holly Arrowsmith, and Ireland's David Keenan. The first glimpse of her forthcoming album, 'Soften', was met with warm acclaim, celebrated for its gentle songwriting and soul-stirring vocal delivery, with support from ABC Country, Music Feeds, Apple Music playlists, and beyond.
Now, 'Better Half of Me' builds on that gentle legacy. Anchored by soft acoustic guitar and vocals that carry the comfort of a familiar embrace, 'Better Half of Me' is a balm for aching hearts. Tender yet grounded, and simple yet layered with emotional depth, every note in 'Better Half of Me' carries a quiet weight, unfolding with clarity and an effortless grace.
The song reflects on the quiet ending of a relationship, holding space for both the sadness of letting go and the quiet courage it takes to move forward. Rather than mourn what's lost, 'Better Half of Me' gently honours the passing of a season, embracing the idea that love, even in its absence, can continue to shape and nourish us. While creating this song, Isabel Rumble came to a realisation:
"In the process of writing 'Better Half of Me', I realised that real love doesn't disappear, in fact, its roots can remain entwined beneath our feet and continue to nourish through cycles to come."
'Better Half of Me' offers a second glimpse into Isabel's upcoming album 'Hold Everything Lightly'. This new body of work is both intimate and expansive, tracing themes of love, longing, and quiet resilience. With a deeper, more layered sound than her debut, the record moves between stillness and intricacy, holding space for softness without losing strength.
Out now, 'Better Half of Me' opens the path to 'Hold Everything Lightly', Isabel Rumble's forthcoming album arriving October 24. Then, she brings her album to stages this spring, inviting listeners to sit with stillness and welcome softness. Tour details below.
'Hold Everything Lightly' Tour
Tickets
Thurs, Oct 30 - Little Lost Bookshop, Katoomba NSW
Fri, Oct 31 - Local Edition, Sydney NSW
Sat, Nov 1 - Mane & Tales, Bermagui NSW
Thurs, Nov 6 - Odessas, Ballarat VIC | w/ Seren Spain
Fri, Nov 7 - GROW, Anglesea VIC | w/ Daniel Aaron
Sun, Nov 9 - Brunswick Ballroom, Melbourne VIC | w/ Kris Mizzi
Thurs, Nov 13 - Grace Emily, Adelaide SA | w/ Ryan Martin John
Sat, Nov 15 - Stone Pony, Willunga SA
Sun, Nov 16 - Three Brothers Arms, Macclesfield SA | w/ Priyanka Luxx
Wed, Nov 19 - Smith's Alternative, Canberra ACT | w/ Robyn Martin
Sun, Nov 30 - Can You Keep a Secret, Brisbane QLD
The release follows a steady rise for Isabel, who has shared stages with acclaimed artists such as Lior & Domini, Daniel Champagne, Holly Arrowsmith, and Ireland's David Keenan. The first glimpse of her forthcoming album, 'Soften', was met with warm acclaim, celebrated for its gentle songwriting and soul-stirring vocal delivery, with support from ABC Country, Music Feeds, Apple Music playlists, and beyond.
Now, 'Better Half of Me' builds on that gentle legacy. Anchored by soft acoustic guitar and vocals that carry the comfort of a familiar embrace, 'Better Half of Me' is a balm for aching hearts. Tender yet grounded, and simple yet layered with emotional depth, every note in 'Better Half of Me' carries a quiet weight, unfolding with clarity and an effortless grace.
The song reflects on the quiet ending of a relationship, holding space for both the sadness of letting go and the quiet courage it takes to move forward. Rather than mourn what's lost, 'Better Half of Me' gently honours the passing of a season, embracing the idea that love, even in its absence, can continue to shape and nourish us. While creating this song, Isabel Rumble came to a realisation:
"In the process of writing 'Better Half of Me', I realised that real love doesn't disappear, in fact, its roots can remain entwined beneath our feet and continue to nourish through cycles to come."
'Better Half of Me' offers a second glimpse into Isabel's upcoming album 'Hold Everything Lightly'. This new body of work is both intimate and expansive, tracing themes of love, longing, and quiet resilience. With a deeper, more layered sound than her debut, the record moves between stillness and intricacy, holding space for softness without losing strength.
Out now, 'Better Half of Me' opens the path to 'Hold Everything Lightly', Isabel Rumble's forthcoming album arriving October 24. Then, she brings her album to stages this spring, inviting listeners to sit with stillness and welcome softness. Tour details below.
'Hold Everything Lightly' Tour
Tickets
Thurs, Oct 30 - Little Lost Bookshop, Katoomba NSW
Fri, Oct 31 - Local Edition, Sydney NSW
Sat, Nov 1 - Mane & Tales, Bermagui NSW
Thurs, Nov 6 - Odessas, Ballarat VIC | w/ Seren Spain
Fri, Nov 7 - GROW, Anglesea VIC | w/ Daniel Aaron
Sun, Nov 9 - Brunswick Ballroom, Melbourne VIC | w/ Kris Mizzi
Thurs, Nov 13 - Grace Emily, Adelaide SA | w/ Ryan Martin John
Sat, Nov 15 - Stone Pony, Willunga SA
Sun, Nov 16 - Three Brothers Arms, Macclesfield SA | w/ Priyanka Luxx
Wed, Nov 19 - Smith's Alternative, Canberra ACT | w/ Robyn Martin
Sun, Nov 30 - Can You Keep a Secret, Brisbane QLD
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