Album Review: Sorry Open Season by Baby Ray
Alright, let’s talk about Sorry Open Season by Baby Ray—a hidden gem from 1997 that deserves a little more love. This self-released rock album came out of the US with no big label backing it up, but man, does it pack a punch. It’s raw, unfiltered, and feels like something you’d stumble upon in a dusty record store and then obsess over for weeks.
The album kicks off with the track “Sorry,” and honestly, it’s one of those songs that sticks with you. The guitar riff hits hard right from the start—simple yet totally addictive. You can tell Baby Ray wasn’t trying to overcomplicate things here; they just wanted to make you feel something. And yeah, it works. There’s this gritty edge to the vocals that makes it sound like they’re spilling their guts, and honestly? That’s what rock music is all about.
Then there’s “Open Season,” which flips the vibe a bit. It’s darker, moodier, and feels like cruising down an empty highway at night. The bassline just grooves, and the lyrics have this cryptic quality that makes you wanna decode them. I remember blasting this track on repeat during a road trip once, windows down, wind messing up my hair—it felt cinematic, even though nothing epic was happening in real life.
What stands out about Sorry Open Season is how authentic it feels. No fancy production tricks, no attempts to chase trends—it’s just Baby Ray doing their thing. Sometimes albums like this get overlooked because they don’t have the glitz or the hype machine behind them, but maybe that’s part of their charm.
Here’s the unexpected twist though: listening to this album made me realize how much we take self-released projects for granted. Back in ‘97, without streaming platforms or social media, putting out your own music took guts—and Baby Ray pulled it off with style. So next time you’re scrolling through playlists, give this one a shot. It’s not perfect, but hey, neither are we—and isn’t that kinda beautiful?
