The Things You See When You Don’t Have Your Gun (Live At ULU) – Burning The Ground: DjPaulT's 80's and 90's Remixes

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Formed in London in the mid-1980s, Voice Of The Beehive brought together American-born vocalists Tracey Bryn and Melissa Brooke Belland, who created a bright, infectious pop sound that blended jangly guitars with a distinctly alternative edge. The band quickly became part of the late ’80s indie/pop crossover scene, delivering catchy hooks with just enough attitude to set them apart.

“I Say Nothing” was originally released in 1987 as the second single from their debut album Let It Bee. The track perfectly captures the band’s signature style—upbeat and melodic on the surface, but with lyrics that hint at frustration and emotional restraint.

Produced by Hugh Jones, known for his work with artists like Echo & the Bunnymen and The Sound, the song features crisp guitars, driving rhythm, and layered harmonies that give it that unmistakable late-’80s alternative pop sheen.

While “I Say Nothing” didn’t make a major impact on the U.S. charts, it became one of the band’s most recognizable tracks and remains a fan favorite among those who followed the UK indie scene at the time reaching #45 on the UK singles chart. Its blend of pop sensibility and indie credibility helped Voice Of The Beehive carve out a unique space during a period when guitar-driven pop was evolving into something brighter and more accessible.

There’s a certain charm to “I Say Nothing” that still resonates today—it’s one of those tracks that feels effortlessly catchy while carrying just enough emotional weight beneath the surface.

The single was reissued in 1988, peaking at #11 on the US Billboard Alternative chart. The re-issue also charted again in the UK at #46.

SIDE A:
I Say Nothing 3:27
Lyrics By [Words] – T. Bryn
Music By – M. Jones, T. Bryn
Producer – Pete Collins

SIDE B:
The Things You See When You Don’t Have Your Gun (Live At ULU) 2:29
Producer – Peter Collins
Written-By – Brooke-Belland, Bryn

In The Flesh 2:30
Producer – M. Jones
Written-By – C. Stein, D. Harry*

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

Chart Performance – Voice Of The Beehive: *I Say Nothing* (1988)
Chart	Peak Position	Date
US Billboard Alternative Tracks	#11	1988
UK Singles	#46	1988
Australia	#73	1987

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: London Records – 886 370-1
Format: Vinyl, 12″, Single, 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: US
Released: 1988
Genre: Electronic, Rock
Style: Alternative Rock, Pop Rock

CREDITS:

Design – Vivid I.D.
Photography – Simon Fowler

NOTES:
“I Say Nothing” From the London album “Let It Bee”

Printed in U.S.A.

Buy the 12″ at DISCOGS

VINYL TRANSFER & AUDIO RESTORATION:
-DjPaulT
for BURNING THE GROUND

THE GEAR:
Turntable: Technics SL-1200MK7
Cartridge/Stylus: Ortofon Concorde Music Black
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Jec Tube Box DS2
Tubes: Genalex Gold Lion 12AX7 ECC83/B759 Gold Pins Vacuum Tube – Matched Pair
Audio Interface: MOTU M4
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro Spin Acrylic Mat
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner

SOFTWARE:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 25 (Recording)
Down Sampling/Dither: iZotope RX Advanced 2
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator

RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi