{"product_id":"thelma-plum-better-in-blak-vinyl-lp","title":"Thelma Plum – Better In Blak (Vinyl LP)","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally released in July 2019, \u003cem\u003eBetter in Blak\u003c\/em\u003e is the acclaimed debut studio album from Australian singer-songwriter \u003cstrong\u003eThelma Plum\u003c\/strong\u003e. A proud Gamilaraay woman, Plum has become one of Australia's most distinctive contemporary artists, combining heartfelt storytelling, memorable melodies and an unmistakable vocal style. Blending indie pop, folk and alternative influences, \u003cem\u003eBetter in Blak\u003c\/em\u003e explores identity, relationships, resilience and self-acceptance through twelve deeply personal songs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album opens with \u003cem\u003eClumsy Love\u003c\/em\u003e, an infectious indie-pop favourite that pairs bright melodies with Plum's candid reflections on romance. \u003cem\u003eDon't Let a Good Girl Down\u003c\/em\u003e follows with sharp songwriting and confident vocals, while \u003cem\u003eLove and War\u003c\/em\u003e, featuring \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Le'aupepe\u003c\/strong\u003e of Gang of Youths, introduces a more reflective atmosphere. \u003cem\u003eNot Angry Anymore\u003c\/em\u003e explores emotional growth and moving forward, while \u003cem\u003eHomecoming Queen\u003c\/em\u003e addresses the pressures of appearance and expectations with honesty and vulnerability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe title track, \u003cem\u003eBetter in Blak\u003c\/em\u003e, is one of the album's defining moments. Confronting racism and celebrating identity, the song transforms painful experiences into an empowering statement of strength and self-worth. Its combination of direct lyricism and uplifting melodies helped establish Plum as an important voice in Australian music, with the track reaching number nine in triple j's Hottest 100 of 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the second side, \u003cem\u003eWoke Blokes\u003c\/em\u003e delivers pointed social commentary through playful, energetic songwriting. \u003cem\u003eNick Cave\u003c\/em\u003e brings a more intimate atmosphere, while \u003cem\u003eThulumaay Gii\u003c\/em\u003e reflects Plum's connection to her cultural identity. \u003cem\u003eUgly\u003c\/em\u003e explores vulnerability and self-perception, followed by the emotionally direct \u003cem\u003eDo You Ever Get So Sad You Can't Breathe\u003c\/em\u003e. Closing track \u003cem\u003eMade for You\u003c\/em\u003e offers a beautifully arranged conclusion, with songwriting contributions from \u003cstrong\u003ePaul Kelly and Paul McCartney\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduced with collaborators including \u003cstrong\u003eAlexander Burnett and David Kahne\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBetter in Blak\u003c\/em\u003e balances polished indie-pop arrangements with the intimacy of Plum's songwriting. The album reached number four on the ARIA Albums Chart and received widespread acclaim, earning multiple ARIA Award nominations and winning Best Cover Art at the 2019 ceremony. Its success helped establish Plum as one of the most compelling singer-songwriters of her generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing twelve tracks, including \u003cem\u003eClumsy Love\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHomecoming Queen\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBetter in Blak\u003c\/em\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003evinyl LP edition\u003c\/strong\u003e is an essential addition for listeners who appreciate thoughtful Australian songwriting, expressive vocals and contemporary indie-pop 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thelma Plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better in Blak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vinyl LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original 2019 Standard Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 July 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indie Pop \/ Folk \/ Alternative\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 5419704881\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5054197048814\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracks:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand new and sealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTracklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Clumsy+Love\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eClumsy Love\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Dont+Let+a+Good+Girl+Down\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDon't Let a Good Girl Down\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Love+and+War+David+Leaupepe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLove and War (feat. David Le'aupepe)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA4 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Not+Angry+Anymore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNot Angry Anymore\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA5 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Homecoming+Queen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHomecoming Queen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA6 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Better+in+Blak\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBetter in Blak\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Woke+Blokes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWoke Blokes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Nick+Cave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNick Cave\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Thulumaay+Gii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eThulumaay Gii\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB4 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Ugly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUgly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB5 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Do+You+Ever+Get+So+Sad+You+Cant+Breathe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDo You Ever Get So Sad You Can't Breathe\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB6 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Thelma+Plum+Made+for+You\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMade for You\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Thelma Plum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53722680590625,"sku":"5054197048814","price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5310\/7489\/files\/R-13899415-1564798844-4832.jpg?v=1792032005","url":"https:\/\/heathenrecords.com.au\/products\/thelma-plum-better-in-blak-vinyl-lp","provider":"Heathen Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}