BOY SODA is an Australian singer, songwriter and producer known for his distinctive blend of contemporary R&B, neo-soul, funk and hip hop. Born Brae Luafalealo and raised on the Central Coast of New South Wales, he has developed a sound built around expressive vocals, rich harmonies, live instrumentation and inventive production. Drawing inspiration from classic soul, jazz and modern R&B, his music explores relationships, identity, personal growth and emotional vulnerability. Since emerging in 2019, BOY SODA has established himself as an exciting voice in Australia's contemporary soul and R&B scene.
At Heathen Records, we stock a growing selection of BOY SODA vinyl records in Australia, including music from his breakthrough debut album. Whether you're discovering his soulful vocals or collecting contemporary Australian R&B, explore BOY SODA LPs available on vinyl from our independent Australian record store.
BOY SODA's catalogue includes his early EP The Distance Between Thinking and Feeling, the mixtape YC-TAPE: Vol. 1 and his debut studio album SOULSTAR. Songs including Lil' Obsession, Blink Twice, Never the Same, 4K, A Father's Heart and SELFISH showcase his combination of smooth R&B melodies, jazz-influenced arrangements and deeply personal songwriting. His music brings together the warmth of traditional soul with contemporary production, making it an appealing discovery for collectors of modern R&B, neo-soul and Australian independent music.
Essential BOY SODA Albums on Vinyl
SOULSTAR (2025) – BOY SODA's debut studio album introduces a richly detailed blend of neo-soul, contemporary R&B, jazz and funk. Recorded in the Blue Mountains with an ensemble of musicians, the album features live drums, piano, horns, strings and layered vocal arrangements. Featuring Lil' Obsession, My Body, Never the Same, 4K with Dean Brady, Blink Twice, SLIPPERY and SELFISH, the record explores love, grief, family relationships and personal growth. Its warm production, expressive performances and organic instrumentation make it a standout release in contemporary Australian soul music.
SOULSTAR (DELUXE) (2026) – An expanded edition of BOY SODA's debut album, adding five new tracks to the original recording. Featuring Chase Your Tail, Front Door, Bad News, Burnin' All My Days and Elements, the deluxe release extends the album's exploration of relationships, self-discovery and emotional growth. Its additional material offers a broader perspective on BOY SODA's evolving songwriting and his distinctive combination of soulful melodies, live instrumentation and contemporary R&B production.
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