Ken Lehnig’s album Keep the Sun from Goin Down is a heartfelt exploration of life’s hardships, resilience, and personal growth, steeped in the rich musical traditions of roots rock, blues, and Americana. Through recurring imagery of hard roads, financial strain, and emotional fatigue—often symbolized by the refrain “Feels like rain”—Lehnig captures the weariness of a life marked by struggle. Yet, threaded through the hardship is a steady resolve: the refusal to give up, the drive to “keep the ground I’m gaining,” and the desire to live “a life that matters.”
Love and human connection are explored in depth, from yearning and heartbreak to the stabilizing power of a devoted partner. Songs like “Amy Lowe” intertwine themes of financial ruin and emotional need, showing how love often transcends material loss. Self-awareness and inner reckoning also play key roles, urging listeners to “face yourself” and navigate an often chaotic world with honesty. With references to places like Chicago and the Mississippi River, and recurring motifs like cars and crossroads, the album is both grounded in American landscapes and in the timeless journey of seeking meaning, love, and redemption through music.
Released 2014 – Copyright © 2014 Desert Windsong Publishing
Written and Arranged by Ken Lehnig
Produced by Ken Lehnig and John Hildebrand
Engineered and Mastered by John Hildebrand at Desert Windsong Studio, Encinitas, CA
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.