Other Record Labels

5:44

A Message from Scott...

Other Record Labels ·

2026/10/04

There's still time to register! I'd love to have you join us!http://otherrecordlabels.com/labelmates

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18:44

Quantity is More Important Than Quality

Other Record Labels ·

2026/09/29

What if releasing more music is actually more important than making every release perfect? In this episode, I make the case for quantity over quality—and why independent artists and record labels may need to rethink the traditional album cycle altogether. We’ll talk about release frequency, building a catalogue, perfectionism, streaming momentum, and why we’re probably not very good judges of which of our own songs are actually the “best.” This isn’t an argument for making bad music. It’s an

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59:00

Poisoned Furrows Records - (Record Label Interview)

Other Record Labels ·

2026/09/22

Presented by Hellbender Vinyl - http://www.hellbendervinyl.comPoison Furrows is an underground label releasing black metal, dark folk, dark ambient, dungeon synth, and other music from the darker corners of independent music. In this conversation, we talk about building a label around personal taste, why physical formats still matter in niche music communities, and the different roles of cassettes, CDs, and vinyl. We also get into artist relationships, pressing records, finding new music, managing

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20:14

How to Reverse Engineer Music Promotion

Other Record Labels ·

2026/09/15

What if the best way to figure out how to promote music is to look at how you discover music yourself?-- PRESENTED BY HELLBENDER VINYL Vinyl pressing for independent artists and record labels. hellbendervinyl.com -- In this episode, I share a simple exercise for reverse engineering the last few records you discovered — and using those discoveries to rethink how you promote your own releases. We talk about the weird and unpredictable ways music finds us, why there probably isn’t one perfect

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62:55

Temporal Drift - (Record Label Interview)

Other Record Labels ·

2026/09/08

This week I’m talking with Patrick McCarthy and Yosuke Kitazawa of Temporal Drift, celebrating five years of one of the most fascinating independent labels around.PRESENTED BY HELLBENDER VINYL - http://hellbendervinyl.com We talk about building a two-person label, reissues vs. new music, licensing, release schedules, Hiroshi Yoshimura’s incredible Surround, Les Rallizes Dénudés, and how they’ve built a catalogue that can stretch from beautiful environmental ambient music all the way to abrasive

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39:33

The Pros and Cons of Vinyl Records - (REPLAY EPISODE)

Other Record Labels ·

2026/09/01

Presented by Hellbender Vinyl - http://hellbendervinyl.com

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39:09

25 Ways to Sell More Vinyl - (For the Love of Vinyl)

Other Record Labels ·

2026/08/25

25 Ways to Sell More Vinyl — Sponsored by Hellbender VinylPressing vinyl is the exciting part. Selling every last copy? That can take a little more creativity. In this episode, I share 25 simple, unique ways to sell more vinyl—from hand-numbering and local variants to golden tickets, bundles, influencers, listening parties, and more. None of these ideas will sell 1,000 records overnight, but if each helps move just one or two extra copies, suddenly those boxes in your garage start

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7:15

Are Record Labels the Antidote to AI?

Other Record Labels ·

2026/08/20

What if record labels become more important in the age of AI—not less?In this bonus episode, I explore why trusted, human-curated indie labels could become a safe harbor for music fans in a world increasingly flooded with AI—and why now might be the perfect time to build yours. Learn more about Labelmates here: http://otherrecordlabels.com/labelmates

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65:17

Vinyl Junkies Interview: Building a Global Community...

Other Record Labels ·

2026/08/19

What happens when you combine an enormous record collection, live radio, and the community of Twitch? In this episode, I sit down with Sam from Vinyl Junkies, the creator and host of a live vinyl stream that has grown into a remarkably active online community of music obsessives. PRESENTED BY HELLBENDER VINYL - www.hellbendervinyl.com Sam broadcasts regularly from a collection of more than 13,000 records, describing Vinyl Junkies as “Social Radio”: no algorithms, just records, music discovery,

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31:33

Test Pressings Explained - (For the Love of Vinyl...

Other Record Labels ·

2026/08/11

Before hundreds of copies of your record get pressed, there’s one very important step: the test pressing.PRESENTED BY HELLBENDER VINYL - http://hellbendervinyl.com In this episode, Scott breaks down everything artists and indie labels need to know about test pressings — what they are, where they come from, when you receive them, what they cost, and most importantly, what you should actually be listening for. We’ll talk about how test pressings differ from the finished record, how to properly

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23:02

The 5 Pillars of Vinyl Records - (For the Love of...

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2026/08/04

Why do people love vinyl? It's easy to point to the sound, the artwork, or the nostalgia—but those are really just symptoms of something much deeper. PRESENTED BY HELLBENDER VINYL - http://hellbendervinyl.com In this episode of For the Love of Vinyl, we explore the five pillars of vinyl: Ritual, Preservation, Luxury, Intimacy, and Discovery. These five ideas help explain why records continue to captivate music fans in a streaming-first world—and why some vinyl releases become treasured keepsakes

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22:04

5 Vinyl Mistakes Artists & Record Labels Make

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2026/07/28

Pressing a vinyl record is one of the most exciting moments in releasing music—but it's also one of the easiest places to make expensive mistakes.----more---- PRESENTED BY Hellbender Vinyl - www.hellbendervinyl.com ----more---- In this episode, Scott breaks down the five biggest mistakes he sees artists and indie record labels make when producing vinyl records. From underestimating timelines and ordering the wrong quantity to overlooking vinyl mastering and failing to create a release plan, these

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44:36

What Makes a Great Record Store?

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2026/07/21

What separates a good record store from one you can't stop thinking about?In this episode, I break down the ten things I believe every great record store has in common—from friendly staff and fair pricing to thoughtful displays, clear identity, and those little details that keep you coming back. Presented by Hellbender Vinyl - http://hellbendervinyl.com Whether you're a lifelong crate digger, opening your own shop, or simply love discovering music in person, these are the qualities that turn a

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67:04

The New Vinyl Economy - (For the Love of Vinyl Series)

Other Record Labels ·

2026/07/14

Presented by Hellbender Vinyl - www.hellbendervinyl.com In this episode, Scott sits down with Cory Giordano of Inner Ocean Records to explore what independent labels can learn from today's vinyl market. Together they discuss why records continue to thrive, why customers are buying more physical music than ever, and how running a record store has completely changed Cory's approach to running a record label. They dive into hype stickers, packaging, collectability, reissues, inventory strategy,

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37:32

10 Reasons Why You Should Make Vinyl - (For the Love...

Other Record Labels ·

2026/07/07

Vinyl isn't making a comeback anymore. It already came back. Welcome to the very first episode of our For the Love of Vinyl Summer Series—a nine-part deep dive into everything independent record labels need to know about making, selling, collecting, designing, and celebrating vinyl records. Presented by Hellbender Vinyl - http://www.hellbendervinyl.com In this opening episode, I make the case for why every indie label should seriously consider pressing vinyl. Download my FREE Vinyl Toolkit -

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59:58

Sudden Quarterly - (Record Label Interview)

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2026/06/30

What happens when you build a record label around a single idea—and commit to it for years? This week I'm joined by Spencer Zahn, founder of Sudden Quarterly, one of the most thoughtfully designed new labels I've come across. 🚨 Presented by HELLBENDER VINYL - http://hellbendervinyl.com Every year follows a different creative theme. Every release is visually connected. Every record is a brand-new collaboration between artists who have never made an album together before. We dive deep into why

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14:07

You Are Halfway Through 2026!

Other Record Labels ·

2026/06/23

We're officially halfway through 2026, and before you start planning the next release, stressing about Q4, or comparing yourself to other labels, let's take a moment to celebrate something far more important: You're still here. Presented by HELLBENDER VINYL - hellbendervinyl.com In this episode, Scott reflects on the most admirable quality shared by the best independent labels and artists—not streams, sales, playlists, tours, or sold-out vinyl runs—but persistence. Drawing inspiration from recent

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69:20

Inertial Music - (Record Label Interview)

Other Record Labels ·

2026/06/16

This week, Scott sits down with Enrico, founder of Inertial Music, an independent label based in Italy specializing in progressive metal, ambient, electronic, and atmospheric music.Presented by Hellbender Vinyl - www.hellbendervinyl.com In just two years, Enrico has built a catalog of physical releases, secured international distribution, and developed a reputation for thoughtful curation and transparency. http://inertial-music.com/ They discuss the realities of launching a label, balancing a

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24:12

The Simple System I Use for Every Release

Other Record Labels ·

2026/06/09

There’s a lot to keep track of when you're releasing music. Release dates. ISRCs. Lyrics. Artwork. Press photos. Streaming links. Download links. Metadata. Songwriter information. And somehow, years later, you still need to find all of it again. In this episode, I share one of the most useful systems I've ever created for managing releases: Release Central. PRESENTED BY HELLBENDER VINYL - www.hellbendervinyl.com Release Central is a simple Google Sheet that acts as a centralized home base for

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58:59

Interview with Groover founder Dorian Perron -...

Other Record Labels ·

2026/06/01

In this episode, Scott sits down with Groover co-founder Dorian Perron to discuss how artists and record labels can get their music heard in an increasingly crowded music landscape. Presented by: Hellbender Vinyl (www.hellbendervinyl.com They explore the evolution of playlist pitching, why streaming numbers have become such a powerful metric, the role of blogs and tastemakers today, and how Groover grew from a simple Google Form into one of the most widely used music promotion platforms for

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