{"product_id":"boy-soda-soulstar-vinyl-lp","title":"Boy Soda – Soulstar (Vinyl LP)","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian singer-songwriter \u003cstrong\u003eBOY SODA\u003c\/strong\u003e introduces his distinctive musical world on \u003cem\u003eSoulstar\u003c\/em\u003e, his debut studio album released in October 2025. Born Brae Luafalealo, the rising R\u0026amp;B artist brings together the warmth of classic soul, the rhythmic complexity of jazz and the melodic sensibilities of contemporary alternative R\u0026amp;B. Created in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales with a talented ensemble of musicians and collaborators, \u003cem\u003eSoulstar\u003c\/em\u003e is an ambitious and deeply personal recording that showcases one of Australia's most exciting emerging voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOpening track \u003cem\u003eMy Body\u003c\/em\u003e introduces the album's expressive combination of soulful vocals, intricate instrumentation and reflective songwriting. \u003cem\u003eLil' Obsession\u003c\/em\u003e explores the emotional aftermath of a relationship, while \u003cem\u003eHit the Road!\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eNever the Same\u003c\/em\u003e demonstrate BOY SODA's ability to move between infectious grooves and intimate storytelling. \u003cem\u003eA Father's Heart\u003c\/em\u003e draws on his family relationships and Samoan heritage, offering one of the album's most personal moments, while \u003cem\u003e4K\u003c\/em\u003e, featuring Dean Brady, combines contemporary R\u0026amp;B production with the energy of live musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElsewhere, \u003cem\u003eBlink Twice\u003c\/em\u003e balances smooth melodies with dynamic arrangements, while \u003cem\u003eGood Morning\u003c\/em\u003e introduces a more expansive, reflective atmosphere. \u003cem\u003ePM\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSLIPPERY\u003c\/em\u003e draw on the influence of early-2000s R\u0026amp;B, combining expressive vocals with detailed rhythms and layered instrumentation. \u003cem\u003eFind a Way\u003c\/em\u003e examines personal growth and the complexities of relationships, while \u003cem\u003eSELFISH\u003c\/em\u003e explores grief and the difficult emotions surrounding the loss of a loved one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRather than relying entirely on programmed production, BOY SODA assembled an extensive group of musicians for the recording, incorporating \u003cstrong\u003elive drums, bass, piano, guitar, brass, strings and backing vocals\u003c\/strong\u003e. Influenced by artists including Erykah Badu and the soulful production traditions of J Dilla, the album balances contemporary electronic elements with the spontaneity and warmth of live performance. Its lyrics explore identity, family, love, grief and self-acceptance, giving the music an emotional depth that extends beyond its sophisticated arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased through \u003cstrong\u003eWarner Music Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003eblack vinyl LP\u003c\/strong\u003e edition presents twelve tracks from \u003cem\u003eSoulstar\u003c\/em\u003e. With its combination of neo-soul, jazz-influenced arrangements and contemporary Australian R\u0026amp;B, the album is a rewarding addition for listeners drawn to expressive songwriting and richly layered modern soul music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied \u003cstrong\u003ebrand new and sealed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable now from \u003cstrong\u003eHeathen Records\u003c\/strong\u003e, your independent Australian online record store specialising in new and collectible vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOY SODA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soulstar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vinyl LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 October 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e R\u0026amp;B \/ Neo-Soul \/ Jazz \/ Funk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Label:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warner Music Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2173286286\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5021732862860\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand new and sealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTracklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+My+Body\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMy Body\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+Lil+Obsession\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLil' Obsession\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+Hit+The+Road\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHit the Road!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+Never+The+Same\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNever the Same\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+A+Fathers+Heart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eA Father's Heart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+4K+Dean+Brady\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e4K (feat. Dean Brady \u0026amp; Siala)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+Blink+Twice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBlink Twice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+Good+Morning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGood Morning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+PM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePM\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+Slippery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSLIPPERY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+Find+A+Way\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFind a Way\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=BOY+SODA+Selfish\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSELFISH\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n","brand":"Boy Soda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53719367581985,"sku":"5021732862860","price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5310\/7489\/files\/R-37576806-1780968414-9844.jpg?v=1792024279","url":"https:\/\/heathenrecords.com.au\/products\/boy-soda-soulstar-vinyl-lp","provider":"Heathen Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}