H3llb3nt
| Company type | Collective |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Founder | Bryan Barton, Eric Powell |
| Defunct | 2001 |
| Headquarters | San Francisco , United States |
| Products | Electro-industrial music albums |
H3llb3nt was an electro-industrial collective formed in 1995, featuring members Bryan Barton (haloblack), Charles Levi (Pigface), Jared Louche (Chemlab), Jordan Nogood, and Eric Powell (16Volt). The group produced three studio albums: 0.01 (1996), Helium (1998), and Hardcore Vanilla (2001).
History
Originating in San Francisco, H3llb3nt came into existence when Powell and Barton—who were touring with 16Volt and haloblack respectively—joined forces to develop an electronic music project that emphasized fewer guitar elements. Their initial release, 0.01, was issued by Fifth Colvmn Records on February 20, 1996. While reviewers commended its unique rhythmic style, they also remarked on its relatively short duration. The group's sophomore record, Helium, debuted on February 16, 1998 through Re-Constriction Records, solidifying their standing within the electro-industrial genre. Their third and final album, Hardcore Vanilla, was released by Invisible on February 6, 2001, and was shortly followed by the compilation Regurgitator on May 29 of the same year.
Discography
Studio albums
- 0.01 (Fifth Colvmn, 1996)
- Helium (Re-Constriction, 1998)
- Hardcore Vanilla (Invisible, 2001)
Compilations
- Regurgitator (Invisible, 2001)