{"product_id":"billy-preston-thats-the-way-god-planned-it-limited-edition-reissue-purple-vinyl-lp","title":"That's The Way God Planned It","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"467\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"31\"\u003eThat’s The Way God Planned It\u003c\/em\u003e is a landmark album from soul and gospel great \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBilly Preston\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, originally released in 1969 and capturing a pivotal moment in his rise to global recognition. Already an accomplished musician through his work with artists like \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLittle Richard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eRay Charles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, Preston stepped into the spotlight following his collaboration with \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Beatles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eProduced by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eGeorge Harrison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the album blends gospel, soul and rock into a rich and uplifting sound, anchored by Preston’s expressive vocals and signature keyboard style. The title track became a standout hit, showcasing a powerful fusion of spiritual intensity and melodic warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eThe record features an impressive lineup of contributors, including \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eEric Clapton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eKeith Richards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eGinger Baker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDoris Troy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, adding depth and texture to a collection that moves between heartfelt gospel, soulful grooves and blues-influenced rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1325\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003elimited edition reissue\u003c\/strong\u003e is pressed on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003epurple vinyl LP\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a vibrant and collectible presentation of a classic album that highlights Billy Preston at the height of his creative powers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Billy Preston","offers":[{"title":"Purple","offer_id":52805133959535,"sku":"964192761","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/7089\/3423\/files\/BILLYPRESTON-That_sTheWayGodPlannedItLimitedEdition_Reissue_PurpleVinylLP.jpg?v=1775049394","url":"https:\/\/www.thevinylstore.com.au\/products\/billy-preston-thats-the-way-god-planned-it-limited-edition-reissue-purple-vinyl-lp","provider":"The Vinyl Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}