Kyle Rightley (album release)
Mason Lounge 416 S. Park St., Madison, Wisconsin 53715
It’s tough these days to be observant without falling into despair, staying optimistic without being ignorant. On his new album, Making Home, Rightley attempts to strike a balance and march forward despite the bleakness. On the LP, as well as at this release party, listeners will hear protest songs directed at Gov. Scott Walker (“Don’t Talk to Me”) alongside rallying anthems like “Deep Runs The Well,” all rooted in traditional Americana that resembles political forebearers like Joan Baez or Willie Nelson. Rightley also will have a full backing band in this live setting to add depth to his normally concise compositions.