From Stage to Studio, Rita Wilson Makes her Songwriting Debut

The Leonard Lopate Show | Feb 26, 2016

Actress and singer Rita Wilson discusses her second album "Rita Wilson," which showcases her songwriting abilities with 15 original songs and collaborations. She joins us to talk about her new album, as well as her life, career and artistic inspiration.

Correction: The album "Rita Wilson" will be released March 11. 

Event: Rita Wilson will be performing in residency at the Café Carlyle  through March 5th, Tuesday through Friday at 8:45 p.m. and Saturdays at 8:45 p.m. and 10:45 p.m. 

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What have you read or seen over the past year (book, play, film, etc…) that moved or surprised you?

Film: Brooklyn

Book: Linda Ronstadt’s Simple Dreams

Play: Hamilton

What are you listening to right now?

Sia – This is Acting

Adele – 25

Chris Stapelton – Traveller

Patti Scialfa – Play It As It Lays

LP – Lost On You

Diana Krall – Wallflower

Taylor Swift – 1989

Joni Mitchell – Blue

Shelby Lynne –Just A Little Lovin’

What’s the last great book you read?

Endurance by Alfred Lansing

Just bought Elizabeth Strout’s My Name is Lucy Barton

What’s one thing you’re a fan of that people might not expect?

I am an avid alpine skier, waterskiier, & paddle boarder

What’s your favorite comfort food?

A Greek soup called “Avgolemono” that my Mom used to make.

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