Broken View

Broken View
Studio album by
Sam Barber
ReleasedApril 3, 2026 (2026-04-03)
Genre
Length50:18
LabelAtlantic
Producer
Sam Barber chronology
Restless Mind
(2024) 		Broken View
(2026)
Singles from Broken View
  1. "Borrowed Time"
    Released: March 6, 2026
  2. "Just a Kid"
    Released: March 27, 2026

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

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

All tracks are written by Sam Barber and Joe Becker, except where noted.

Broken View
No.TitleWriter(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"
  • Anna
  • Barber
4:04
7."Satellite"
  • Barber
  • Becker
  • Carrie K
3:14
8."The More I Hope" 4:06
9."Hopeless Son" 3:50
10."Lighthouse" 4:44
11."Run"
  • Barber
  • Becker
  • Carrie K
3:58
12."I Will Follow" 3:08
13."Hope It Never Rains" 3:40
Total length:50:18

Personnel

Credits are adapted from Tidal.[4]

Musicians

  • 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

  • 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

Chart performance for Broken View
Chart (2026) Peak
position
Canadian Albums (Billboard)[5] 47
Hungarian Physical Albums (MAHASZ)[6] 33
New Zealand Albums (RMNZ)[7] 38
UK Americana Albums (OCC)[8] 4
US Billboard 200[9] 60
US Top Country Albums (Billboard)[10] 12

References

  1. ^ Kelly, Brennan (March 7, 2026). "Sam Barber Is Living On "Borrowed Time" In Stellar New Single". Whiskey Riff. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
  2. ^ "Sam Barber Announces New Album 'Broken View'". Anti Music. March 10, 2026. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
  3. ^ Hollabaugh, Lorie (March 27, 2026). "Sam Barber Offers Up 'Just A Kid' From Upcoming New LP 'Broken View'". MusicRow. Retrieved April 1, 2026.
  4. ^ "Broken View / Sam Barber / Credits". Tidal. Retrieved April 3, 2026.
  5. ^ "Sam Barber Chart History (Canadian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved April 14, 2026.
  6. ^ "Album Top 40 slágerlista (fizikai hanghordozók) – 2026. 21. hét". MAHASZ. Retrieved May 28, 2026.
  7. ^ "Official Top 40 Albums". Recorded Music NZ. April 10, 2026. Retrieved April 10, 2026.
  8. ^ "Official Americana Albums Chart on 16/4/2026 – Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved April 16, 2026.
  9. ^ "Sam Barber Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved April 14, 2026.
  10. ^ "Sam Barber Chart History (Top Country Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved April 13, 2026.

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