{"product_id":"leon-bridges-coming-home-180g-vinyl-lp","title":"Leon Bridges – Coming Home (180g Vinyl LP)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComing Home\u003c\/strong\u003e is the acclaimed debut studio album from American soul singer \u003cstrong\u003eLeon Bridges\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally released in June 2015. Drawing inspiration from the golden age of 1950s and 1960s rhythm and blues, gospel and Southern soul, the album introduces Bridges' remarkably warm vocals and timeless songwriting. With its vintage production, heartfelt lyrics and beautifully understated arrangements, \u003cem\u003eComing Home\u003c\/em\u003e captures the spirit of classic soul while establishing Bridges as one of contemporary music's most distinctive voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRaised in Fort Worth, Texas, Leon Bridges developed a sound influenced by legendary artists such as \u003cstrong\u003eSam Cooke, Otis Redding and early Motown performers\u003c\/strong\u003e. His smooth vocal delivery, elegant melodies and traditional approach to songwriting quickly attracted attention, with his breakthrough single \u003cstrong\u003eComing Home\u003c\/strong\u003e introducing audiences to a refreshing blend of old-school soul and modern authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album opens with the irresistible title track \u003cstrong\u003eComing Home\u003c\/strong\u003e, a romantic soul ballad built around gently swaying rhythms, rich harmonies and Bridges' effortlessly expressive vocals. The upbeat \u003cstrong\u003eBetter Man\u003c\/strong\u003e follows with infectious guitar work and a classic rhythm and blues groove, while \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Skin Girl\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers an irresistible combination of vintage soul, playful melodies and heartfelt affection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother standout is \u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Sailin'\u003c\/strong\u003e, an energetic, horn-driven track that showcases Bridges' ability to move effortlessly between tender ballads and lively dancefloor rhythms. The gospel-influenced \u003cstrong\u003eShine\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights the spiritual foundations of his music, combining delicate instrumentation with an uplifting vocal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album's second half continues with \u003cstrong\u003eLisa Sawyer\u003c\/strong\u003e, a deeply personal tribute to Bridges' mother that tells the story of her upbringing and family history. The lively \u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e and the emotionally charged \u003cstrong\u003ePull Away\u003c\/strong\u003e explore different sides of love and relationships, while \u003cstrong\u003eTwistin' \u0026amp; Groovin'\u003c\/strong\u003e celebrates the joyful energy of classic rhythm and blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe record concludes with \u003cstrong\u003eRiver\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Leon Bridges' most powerful and enduring songs. Built around acoustic guitar, restrained instrumentation and gospel-inspired vocals, the track explores redemption, faith and personal transformation. Its emotional simplicity and extraordinary vocal performance make it a fitting conclusion to the album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComing Home\u003c\/em\u003e was produced by \u003cstrong\u003eAustin Jenkins and Joshua Block\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Texas rock band White Denim, working as part of the Niles City Sound production team. Recorded in Fort Worth using vintage-inspired recording techniques and live instrumentation, the album features warm analogue-style textures, soulful guitar arrangements, expressive percussion and carefully layered backing vocals. The production deliberately captures the atmosphere of classic soul recordings without sacrificing the intimacy of Bridges' performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUpon its release, \u003cem\u003eComing Home\u003c\/em\u003e received widespread critical acclaim and debuted at \u003cstrong\u003enumber six on the US Billboard 200\u003c\/strong\u003e. The album was also nominated for \u003cstrong\u003eBest R\u0026amp;B Album at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping establish Leon Bridges as a major new voice in contemporary soul music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis official \u003cstrong\u003e180g black vinyl LP pressing\u003c\/strong\u003e presents the complete original 10-track album on heavyweight vinyl. Released through \u003cstrong\u003eColumbia Records and Sony Music\u003c\/strong\u003e, the record brings together the warm, timeless arrangements and unforgettable performances that made \u003cem\u003eComing Home\u003c\/em\u003e a modern soul classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether discovering Leon Bridges for the first time or building a collection of essential soul recordings, \u003cem\u003eComing Home\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautifully crafted album that deserves a place alongside the great rhythm and blues records that inspired it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied \u003cstrong\u003ebrand new and sealed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable 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 Leon Bridges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coming Home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180g Vinyl LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soul \/ Rhythm \u0026amp; Blues \/ Gospel \/ Retro Soul\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Heavyweight Vinyl Pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Records:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Tracks:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Austin Jenkins and Joshua Block \/ Niles City Sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecording Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fort Worth, Texas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Columbia Records \/ Sony Music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88875089141\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode:\u003c\/strong\u003e 888750891419\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand new \u0026amp; sealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTrack List:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSide A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Coming+Home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eComing Home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Better+Man\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eBetter Man\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Brown+Skin+Girl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eBrown Skin Girl\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA4 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Smooth+Sailin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eSmooth Sailin'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA5 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Shine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eShine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSide B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nB1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Lisa+Sawyer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eLisa Sawyer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nB2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Flowers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nB3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Pull+Away\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ePull Away\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nB4 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+Twistin+And+Groovin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eTwistin' \u0026amp; Groovin'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nB5 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Leon+Bridges+River\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eRiver\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leon Bridges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53695632113953,"sku":"888750891419","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5310\/7489\/files\/0189636_888750891419_500.jpg?v=1791522675","url":"https:\/\/heathenrecords.com.au\/products\/leon-bridges-coming-home-180g-vinyl-lp","provider":"Heathen Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}