What the Hellbender Vinyl Crew is Listening to

We love music. Maybe you could guess that (duh this is a vinyl manufacturing plant!) We are constantly surrounded by it. Here are some albums the crew is loving right now.

Derek - Pain Olympics by Heavy Heavy Low Low

Orlando “Bus” - Pleasure by Accept No Substitutes

Tory - Forth Wanderers by Forth Wanderers

Janeka - The Death We Seek by Currents

Mike - Altitude by Buscrates

Logan - Vanilla Fudge by Vanilla Fudge

Bunny - Mer de Noms by A Perfect Circle

Additional Crew Favorites Roundup
– A few crew members have also been revisiting some vinyl classics lately: from jazz fusion to early indie gems; there's always been a soft spot for fade‑out endings, hidden tracks, or obscure B‑sides—especially when they pop up in a good test pressing.
– We’ve got rotating playlists led by different team members: sometimes it’s lo‑fi hip‑hop, other times punk, folk, electronica—the variety keeps us all discovering new sounds while working.
– On long shifts, we occasionally lean into themed sets: one day is “80s synth and new wave,” another is “modern R&B and funk,” depending on who’s DJing that shift. Doesn't get much better than fresh press + fresh beats in the same room.

Why It Matters
Our job isn’t just about machines and vinyl—it's about preserving the emotional weight of music. The albums we listen to influence not only our own moods but remind us of the influence music has on listeners. Pressing that needle‑drop‑perfect copy of someone’s beloved record? That vibe comes from feeling the music, not just hearing it.

Join the Conversation
We’re always curious: what are you spinning on your turntable lately? Whether it’s a new indie gem or your all‑time favorite back catalog classic, we’d love to hear it. Drop your recs in the comments or tag us on social media. Maybe your pick becomes the next crew favorite.