- John Carpenter – Halloween (Original Soundtrack)
- John Carpenter, Cody Carpenter & Daniel Davies – Halloween Kills
- Various Artists – Halloween Nuggets: Haunted Underground Classics
- Various Artists – More Halloween Nuggets
- Various Artists – Sounds To Make You Shudder!
- Christian Death – Halloween 1981
- Erickson, Roky & The Explosives – Halloween Live 1979-1981
- Teenage Halloween – Till You Return / Teenage Halloween
- Titus Andronicus – Home Alone On Halloween
- Angel Witch – Angel Witch
Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy — it’s about the soundtrack of the season. We’ve handpicked our favorite vinyl albums to help you set the perfect spooky mood. From chilling horror scores and goth classics to rare underground gems and modern punk energy, each record on this list has something special to offer.
These are our personal picks — the records we’d spin first when the leaves turn and the nights get longer.
1. John Carpenter – Halloween (Original Soundtrack) Vinyl LP
When it comes to Halloween, few records capture the season like John Carpenter’s 1978 soundtrack. Its icy piano theme has become the very sound of fear, instantly recognizable to any horror fan. On vinyl, the suspenseful notes feel even more intimate, making it perfect for setting a chilling atmosphere. This is a record we’d always reach for when crafting a spooky Halloween playlist.
2. John Carpenter, Cody Carpenter & Daniel Davies – Halloween Kills Vinyl LP
Halloween Kills is a modern take on the Halloween soundtrack which brings Carpenter’s iconic style into a darker, heavier sound. Cody Carpenter and Daniel Davies help expand the original motifs with fresh intensity. For us, it’s the perfect companion to the classic 1978 score, creating a full Carpenter experience for vinyl collectors and horror enthusiasts alike.
3. Various Artists – Halloween Nuggets: Haunted Underground Classics Vinyl LP
We love this compilation for its playful and strange mix of garage rock, surf instrumentals, and obscure singles. It’s campy, kitschy, and endlessly entertaining — the kind of record that sparks conversation at any Halloween gathering. Halloween Nuggets is one of our personal favorites for adding a vintage, offbeat flair to the season.
- Halloween Nuggets: Haunted Underground Classics Vinyl
- Product Type: Abis Music
- Brand: Victrola
4. Various Artists – More Halloween Nuggets Vinyl LP
More Halloween Nuggets, the follow-up to the original Halloween Nuggets digs deeper into underground treasures. With eerie doo-wop, fuzzy garage rock, and other oddball tracks, it’s an eclectic mix we love spinning during October nights. If you want variety and nostalgia, this record is a must-have in our curated Halloween collection.
- More Halloween Nuggets Vinyl
- Product Type: Abis Music
- Brand: Proper Music Brand Code
5. Various Artists – Sounds To Make You Shudder! (SKiN GRAFT Records) Vinyl LP
For atmosphere lovers, Sounds To Make You Shudder! is a unique pick. Instead of songs, it delivers chilling soundscapes and experimental noises. Perfect for haunted houses, background ambiance, or just unsettling your guests a little, it’s a record we’d personally reach for when crafting a spooky experience at home.
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6. Christian Death – Halloween 1981 Vinyl LP
Live and raw, this album captures Christian Death at their early, dark peak. Gothic, theatrical, and full of energy, Halloween 1981 is a favorite of ours for anyone looking to explore the darker side of Halloween music. On vinyl, it’s immersive and intense — exactly how we like our spooky season soundtracks.
7. Erickson, Roky & The Explosives – Halloween Live 1979-1981 Vinyl LP
Roky Erickson’s psychedelic horror rock is unhinged and thrilling, and this live set is one of our go-to records for the season. It brings an unpredictable energy to Halloween nights, making it a personal favorite for late-night listening or party vibes.
- Product Type: ABIS MUSIC
- Item Name: Halloween: Live 19791981 [Vinyl LP]
- Brand: Steadyboy Record
8. Teenage Halloween – Till You Return Vinyl LP
Modern punk with a spooky edge! Teenage Halloween is a newer band that we love including in our handpicked selection. Energetic, emotional, and festive, Till You Return feels fresh while still fitting perfectly into a Halloween vinyl playlist.
9. Titus Andronicus – Home Alone On Halloween Vinyl LP
Indie-punk meets Halloween fun in this clever release. Home Alone on Halloween is less scary and more playful, a record we enjoy spinning later in the night for its humor, melancholy, and energy — a versatile pick in our curated collection.
10. Angel Witch – Angel Witch (Halloween Edition) Vinyl LP
Ending with heavy metal, Angel Witch is a must for fans of NWOBHM and dark thematic vinyl. Occult riffs, pounding drums, and haunting vocals make it a personal favorite for us to close out a Halloween session.
- Angel Witch Vinyl LP
- ABIS_MUSIC
- Culture Factory USA (H'Art)
Build Your Perfect Halloween Playlist on Vinyl
From chilling horror soundtracks to underground garage rock and modern punk energy, these albums make up our handpicked Halloween vinyl collection. Each record adds a unique flavor, whether it’s suspense, gothic flair, or playful oddities. Vinyl brings the experience to life, making every scratch, note, and atmosphere feel immersive. These are the albums we’d spin first when October arrives — and now, they can be part of your collection too.
