Gordon Downie has also released three solo albums, with the most recent being 2010’s “The Grand Bounce”. The Country of Miracles backs him when he records solo work. In addition to his work with The Tragically Hip, and his solo career, he has also collaborated with other Canadian artists, such as Richard Terfry, Dallas Green, and The Sadies. He is also heavily involved in environmental initiatives. Unfortunately, Gordon Downie died on October 17, 2017 at the age of 53. He had been suffering from an aggressive form of brain cancer.