Broken View
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| Released | April 3, 2026 | |||
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| Length | 50:18 | |||
| Label | Atlantic | |||
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Broken View is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Sam Barber, released on April 3, 2026, through Atlantic Records. Barber produced the album himself alongside Joe Becker, who produced his debut album Restless Mind (2024), and Barber co-wrote all thirteen tracks on the project. Two of the songs also feature co-production from Aaron Dessner. It was preceded by the singles "Borrowed Time", and "Just a Kid". Thematically, Broken View is an introspective reflection on life’s complexities, exploring themes of love, loss and self-discovery.
Background
[edit]The lead single from the album, "Borrowed Time", was released on March 6, 2026.[1]
Broken View was officially announced on March 10, 2026.[2]
"Just a Kid" was released on March 27, 2026 as the second single from the album, alongside an accompanying short film directed by Gus Black and starring actress Elle Chapman.[3]
Track listing
[edit]All tracks are written by Sam Barber and Joe Becker, except where noted.
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Borrowed Time" | 3:49 | |
| 2. | "Far Past" | 3:47 | |
| 3. | "Just a Kid" | 4:18 | |
| 4. | "Hate It Here" | 3:30 | |
| 5. | "Broken View" | 3:40 | |
| 6. | "All For You" |
| 4:04 |
| 7. | "Satellite" |
| 3:14 |
| 8. | "The More I Hope" | 4:06 | |
| 9. | "Hopeless Son" | 3:50 | |
| 10. | "Lighthouse" | 4:44 | |
| 11. | "Run" |
| 3:58 |
| 12. | "I Will Follow" | 3:08 | |
| 13. | "Hope It Never Rains" | 3:40 | |
| Total length: | 50:18 | ||
Personnel
[edit]Credits are adapted from Tidal.[4]
Musicians
[edit]- Sam Barber – vocals, acoustic guitar (all tracks); electric guitar (tracks 1–6, 8–10, 12, 13), banjo (3, 10), background vocals (10, 11)
- Kevin McGowan – drums (1–5, 7–9, 11), percussion (4, 5, 7–9, 11)
- Phil Anthony – bass guitar (1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 11), upright bass (13)
- Luc Nyhus – electric guitar (1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 11)
- Tyler Bryant – electric guitar (1, 7, 11); acoustic guitar, bass guitar (1)
- Seth Taylor – acoustic guitar (2, 7, 8, 11); banjo, mandolin (7)
- Luisa Marion – fiddle (2, 8), background vocals (2, 11),
- Joe Becker – piano (3–6, 8–10, 12, 13), bass guitar (3, 6, 9, 10, 12), percussion (6, 8), drums (6, 10), keyboards (6), programming (10)
- Aaron Dessner – acoustic guitar, bass guitar, electric guitar (4, 13); drums, percussion, piano, synthesizer (13)
- Avery Anna – background vocals (6)
Technical
[edit]- Sam Barber – production
- Joe Becker – production (1–12), additional production (13), engineering (1, 3–6, 9, 10, 12, 13)
- Aaron Dessner – production (4, 13)
- Ryan Hewitt – mixing
- Dave Huffman – mastering
- Tyler Bryant – engineering (1–3, 5, 7–9, 11)
- Bella Blasko – engineering (4, 13)
- Lake Wilkinson – engineering assistance (2, 3, 7, 8, 11)
- Gillian Pelkonen – engineering assistance (4, 13)
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2026) | Peak position |
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| Canadian Albums (Billboard)[5] | 47 |
| Hungarian Physical Albums (MAHASZ)[6] | 33 |
| New Zealand Albums (RMNZ)[7] | 38 |
| UK Americana Albums (Official Charts)[8] | 4 |
| US Billboard 200[9] | 60 |
| US Top Country Albums (Billboard)[10] | 12 |
References
[edit]- ↑ Kelly, Brennan (March 7, 2026). "Sam Barber Is Living On "Borrowed Time" In Stellar New Single". Whiskey Riff. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
- ↑ "Sam Barber Announces New Album 'Broken View'". Anti Music. March 10, 2026. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
- ↑ Hollabaugh, Lorie (March 27, 2026). "Sam Barber Offers Up 'Just A Kid' From Upcoming New LP 'Broken View'". MusicRow. Retrieved April 1, 2026.
- ↑ "Broken View / Sam Barber / Credits". Tidal. Retrieved April 3, 2026.
- ↑ "Sam Barber Chart History (Canadian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved April 14, 2026.
- ↑ "Album Top 40 slágerlista (fizikai hanghordozók) – 2026. 21. hét". MAHASZ. Retrieved May 28, 2026.
- ↑ "Official Top 40 Albums". Recorded Music NZ. April 10, 2026. Retrieved April 10, 2026.
- ↑ "Official Americana Albums Chart on 16/4/2026 – Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved April 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Sam Barber Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved April 14, 2026.
- ↑ "Sam Barber Chart History (Top Country Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved April 13, 2026.