Back in '67, the UK gave us a little gem of an album that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough—Sometime In The Morning Save Your Love by Barley Bree. It’s one of those records you stumble across when you’re digging through dusty crates at a thrift store or scrolling endlessly on some music forum late at night. And trust me, this one sticks with you.
Let’s start with “Sometime In The Morning.” Man, this track feels like waking up to sunlight streaming through your curtains after weeks of rain. The vocals? Pure silk. They glide over the melody so effortlessly it almost feels unfair. There’s something about how simple yet heartfelt it is—it doesn’t need flashy chords or over-the-top production to hit ya right in the feels. You can tell John Schroeder knew what he was doing as the producer; he let the purity of Barley Bree’s voice shine without drowning it out. Every time I hear this song, I’m transported back to lazy Sunday mornings where everything just feels okay, y’know?
Then there’s “Save Your Love.” This one hits different—it’s got more of a bittersweet vibe, like saying goodbye to someone but knowing deep down it’s for the best. The harmonies are hauntingly beautiful, and they linger long after the song ends. Like, seriously, I’ve rewound this track more times than I care to admit because it gets me every single time. It’s not sad-sad, though. More like… reflective? Yeah, that’s the word. It makes you think about all those moments in life where love isn’t perfect but still worth holding onto.
What’s wild is how both songs manage to feel intimate, even though they were recorded decades ago. Back then, pop wasn’t always about big hooks or flashy gimmicks—it could just be honest storytelling wrapped in lush vocals. That’s exactly what Barley Bree delivers here. It’s no wonder Piccadilly took a chance on them.
Here’s the thing: listening to this album now feels kinda like finding an old letter from someone who meant a lot to you once upon a time. It reminds you of simpler days before playlists ruled our lives and algorithms told us what to listen to next. Honestly, if I had to sum it up in one sentence, I’d say Sometime In The Morning Save Your Love is less of an album and more of a warm hug disguised as music.
Oh, and fun fact? Listening to this record makes me wanna bake cookies. Weird, huh? But hey, maybe that says something about its comforting magic.
