Zack Keim's "Battery Lane" Listening Party

Last month, Hellbender Vinyl hosted our first vinyl listening party at Field Day Lobby for Zack Keim's new album, "Battery Lane." As the pressing house behind the record, we were excited to share this early listen with the local music community and celebrate Zack's new album.

The atmosphere at Field Day was electric as vinyl enthusiasts and friends gathered to experience "Battery Lane" in its purest form—on vinyl. With over 100 attendees filling the space, the excitement was electric. The venue's intimate and warm setting was the perfect place to hold this event.

This marked an important milestone for us at Hellbender. Pressing Zack's "Battery Lane" album was a project we're proud of, and seeing people react to it in real time was rewarding. The event gave us a chance to connect directly with listeners and showcase our vinyl pressing capabilities.

As the final notes of Battery Lane spun around the room and the last grooves of this vinyl manifestation gently came to rest, it became clear that this evening was more than just a celebration of sound. It was a gathering of souls who cherish the art of listening with intention, a moment where friends and fellow music lovers came together in the shared pursuit of feeling each vibration in a physical form. Records like this one offer listeners a way to truly connect with the material, fostering a sense of belonging and appreciation that goes beyond mere playback. Attendees left feeling inspired by the meticulous craftsmanship that shapes every side, remembering the warmth of analog warmth in their ears and the soft crackle that accompanies every cue. Conversations that followed hinted at future listening parties, future vinyl adventures, and future editions pressed right here in this very space. Battery Lane has been given a fitting tribute in a format that encourages reflection and communal experience. At the end of the night, there was no rush to rewind or replay tracks online. For a moment music was lived in its purest analog form and memories were etched into each heavyweight black disc to be revisited with reverence and excitement

Based on the turnout and positive response, we're planning to make vinyl listening parties a regular occurrence at Hellbender. These events offer a different way to experience new music – more communal and focused than typical listening habits. We'll be announcing our next vinyl listening party soon.