Eclectica
29 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 10 years ago -Eclectica is a very bellydance-inspired, diverse music podcast. Here you’ll find -all kinds- of music and unusual new forms of audio entertainment; designed to move the spirit, mind & body alike! From Rock to Reggae, Pop to Goth/Industrial, Trance to New Wave, Happy Hardcore to Jazz, R&B, Folk, Country, Middle Eastern, Indian + beyond- Eclectica has it all! So sit back & relax (or get up and shimmy) & come with me on a journey to explore music from all over the map!
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Squee! Eclectica's Got a New Mic!
January 03, 2014 09:42Guess what..? Thanks to a HUGELY generous holiday gift, Eclectica's sound quality has just been elevated to the next level of awesome! XD I've just gotten a Blue brand, Silver Edition "Yeti" condenser microphone (which in levels of quality is out of this WORLD compared to the mic I was originally using), and I am SO EXCITED to share the news with you! XD ..So what does that mean for the show, exactly..? Well, it means that whenever you hear my voice on-air, the quality of the sound in...
An Extra Special Holiday Gift From Eclectica
December 25, 2013 04:19As a last little holiday gift from Eclectica to all of you out there, here's one final episode for 2013. With the hopes of brightening up the season for dancers and non-dancers alike, I've compiled a selection of holiday music both chill and boisterous, traditional and unique that I hope you'll love. ^_^ Thanks to Ariel Publicity & Podsafe Music Network for the vast majority of music here, and special thanks to Kiva and Jonah Knight, who gave their kind permission for me to play their mus...
Eclectica's New Holiday Groove
December 23, 2013 11:59Happy Holidays! T'is the season to gather together and celebrate the magic of the winter season, the love of family and friends, and the warmth that we have in our lives, each and every day. ^_^ And what better way to do just that- than to dance! So get the ones you hold near close, turn up your speakers, and let's have a party! If you cannot see the audio controls, your browser does not support the audio element Click here to play in a new tab, or right click "Save As" to download...
Hooray! Eclectica's Moved- Coast to Coast!
December 08, 2013 16:10Even though I've been sick, I wanted to put a show out for y'all, in honor of my successful move across the country, my utilities, internet and cable all being active & in working order (at last! XD), and in celebration of the great new place in which I find myself (with its marvelous bellydance community! :D). With the move and everything going on -before- it, it's just been FAR too long since we've had a new show, so.. now that I finally can, I thought I'd whip up a joyous, up-tempo new ...
Eclectica v2, Ep.2! It Liiiiives!!! XD
June 07, 2013 22:14This episode is dedicated to the great Mr. Owain Phyfe, who has inspired me in so many ways since discovering his work now many, many moons ago. The picture below is exactly how I remember him; the day I first plowed dreamy-eyed but determinedly through the VA Renaissance fair, to find out where that -enchanting- music was coming from. And ever since, I have been positively captivated by his incredible voice, his passionate, unique creations, and his lyrical style. To my knowledge, Mr. Phy...
THE REBIRTH OF ECLECTICA IS FINALLY HERE!!!
May 05, 2013 21:18Ladies and gentlemen, beautiful bois and grrls, I am INSANELY pleased to announce that THE FIRST NEW EPISODE OF ECLECTICA IS NOW OFFICIALLY ALIVE AND KICKING!!! ^_^ In this first, brand new episode, the show is ALL about bellydance! In fact, this show is dedicated to all the amazing dancers in my life, as well as every single amazing dancer out there; male or female, big or small, young, old, able-bodied or otherwise, who is moved and inspired by this incredible, empowering artform. ^_^ To...
It's Almost Here!
May 04, 2013 07:33Can you feel it?? Eclectica's newest episode is JUST on the horizon! I just got all the permissions I needed to play E's first new show, so get your headphones ready and your hipscarves tied, 'cause it's gonna be one ROCKIN' show! It's time to SHIMMY, boys & girls! ^_^ ♥
Queries!
April 06, 2013 23:56I've got a few questions for those of you out there, if you've a minute. :) Do you still listen to podcasts..? How much do you like to hear from your DJ during a show..? And how long do you like your podcasts to be..? Speak up and let me hear you; via either comments here, or on Eclectica's FB polls, featured in the links above. :) Slainte! ♥
Whatcha Think..?
April 06, 2013 23:20Hi! Long time, no see! I'm prepping for new eps, and in the hopes of getting the word around, have made a few new images to promo the podcast. ^_^ I don't have my typical blue/white hair here, but I hope you like it anyway. ^_^ ♥ DJ Selchie
Druthers
July 19, 2012 14:24So, do tell; what kind of music would you like to see here in future? What genres or styles, musicians or subject focuses would you like to have covered here at Eclecitca? Oh! And how often would you like episodes? How long would you like each ep to be? (I.e., how many songs would you like in each show?) Let me here from you, so I can plot out what the revivified Eclectica might be! Love & Light, DJ Selchie
New Blooper, Anyone?
July 07, 2012 06:42Not only does this illustrate what a goof I can be (especially when tired ;)), hopefully it also hints at what miiiight be coming in future. ;) If you cannot see the audio controls, your browser does not support the audio element Hope you enjoy! DJ Selchie ♥
Could Something Wicked This Way Come..?
July 03, 2012 08:02*poke* Is it dead..? Hmmm... I dunnooo... Keep your eyes & ears peeled! ;D (But please, not literally.. 'cause.. well.. EW! ;D) ♥ DJ Selchie
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June 18, 2011 11:20Testing, Testing? Humpty dumpty blah blah blah? Ziggurat ziggurat namcha titan tu. Blah blah blah blah blah blah NEW PLAYER blah blah!!!
Eclectica's Hiatus
July 28, 2010 09:10Due to lack of active listenership (aside from my dearest friends family, who've supported me all the way; and to whom I'm tremendously grateful), Eclectica has been put on the proverbial back-burner. The time & involvement each episode requires in direct comparison to the receipt & exposure the show seems to be getting is grossly disproportionate, so the Selchie is gonna take a little break for a while. (In part, to gather better resources for a potential re-release of the show; but also...
Eclectica's Hiatus
July 28, 2010 09:10Due to lack of active listenership (aside from my dearest friends family, who've supported me all the way; and to whom I'm tremendously grateful), Eclectica has been put on the proverbial back-burner. The time & involvement each episode requires in direct comparison to the receipt & exposure the show seems to be getting is grossly disproportionate, so the Selchie is gonna take a little break for a while. (In part, to gather better resources for a potential re-release of the show; but also...
Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig Oraibh - A CeltiSode!
May 14, 2010 14:37CeltiSode 2010! Happy (Belated) St. Patrick's Day, Everyone!! First off, let me please humbly apologize for the HUGE delay that this episode has weathered. Thank you so much for your patience! I truly hope you find the show well worth the wait. :):) Whether you hear this on St. Paddy's itself or tune in during any other time of the year, I hope this day brings nothing but joy to you and yours, and that you enjoy this slightly super-sized episode as much as I do. (And that's after li...
An Eclectican Mother's Day; 2010
May 10, 2010 10:07Happy Mother's Day, Everyone!!! An Eclectican Mother's Day, 2010 Welcome one and all! There's little preamble needed for this episode, other than that I hope you enjoy this little musical tribute to mothers of all shapes, types, sorts & sizes (and hopefully that you do so with your mother. :)) There is some blues and a mother-daughter song put in here to send a "hello" out to my own mother, but there are also songs about Mother Earth and other types of mothers, as every mama is special...
An Eclectican Mother's Day; 2010
May 10, 2010 10:07Happy Mother's Day, Everyone!!! An Eclectican Mother's Day, 2010 Welcome one and all! There's little preamble needed for this episode, other than that I hope you enjoy this little musical tribute to mothers of all shapes, types, sorts & sizes (and hopefully that you do so with your mother. :)) There is some blues and a mother-daughter song put in here to send a "hello" out to my own mother, but there are also songs about Mother Earth and other types of mothers, as every mama is special...
A Sickly Apology for the Saint Paddy's Day Show's Delay
March 23, 2010 09:18 - 5.14 KB application/x-shockwave-flashA Sickly Apology for the St. Pat's Show's Delay Greetings everyone! Unfortunately I'm sick as crud atm, and that's delayed the production on the Celtic/St. Paddy's Day show. :( Please forgive me for this delay, but know that as soon as I no longer sound as if I've been gargling gravel and can finish a sentence w/o coughing, I'll get back to recording my voiceover portions of the podcast; so it will be live and active and ready to go! I have a HUGE show planned for you, chock -full- of ...
A Sickly Apology for the Saint Paddy's Day Show's Delay
March 23, 2010 09:18A Sickly Apology for the St. Pat's Show's Delay Greetings everyone! Unfortunately I'm sick as crud atm, and that's delayed the production on the Celtic/St. Paddy's Day show. :( Please forgive me for this delay, but know that as soon as I no longer sound as if I've been gargling gravel and can finish a sentence w/o coughing, I'll get back to recording my voiceover portions of the podcast; so it will be live and active and ready to go! I have a HUGE show planned for you, chock -full- of ...
An Eclectican Holiday
December 24, 2009 09:49If you cannot see the audio controls, your browser does not support the audio element Click here to play in a new tab, or right click Save As" to download the full show- for free! Good news! Eclectica's got its first holiday episode up and out! I've just put the 'cast together so I'll be getting you all the song list and every appropriate link after I coback from visiting with my family over the holiday. :) (Now sitting below! :D:D) For now, here's a new show to keep you entertained ov...
The Magic of the Harvest Season
November 25, 2009 12:40 - 5.14 KB application/x-shockwave-flashEclectica's Faerie Harvest Happy harvest season, everybody! In honor of so much faerie-influence being present in my life, I've centered the next few shows on the world of Faerie, and I really hope you enjoy the music featured! It's a delight for me to share this music with you, and I hope you find just as much magic in it as I do. :) Whether you're into celebrating Hallowe'en, or prefer to just sit around the table with your family and friends for a good old Thanksgiving dinner, I hope...
HOLY CRAP! ECLECTICA IS BACK!! ^_^
July 02, 2009 06:05Well, if you haven't already guessed, I imagine you've picked up on the fact that I haven't been able to put out a podcast in a while. To those of you who have been waiting for such, I humbly apologize. Up until recently I have been in the midst of a rather traumatic move, not knowing where I was going to be for a bit, and in fact living in a wee hotel room, unsure of pretty much.. everything. But good news! Today's a new day, and I am (very gratefully) landed in a wonderful place wi...
Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig Oraibh!
March 17, 2009 22:43Happy St. Pat's to all of you; from Eclectica, DJ Selchie, & all of the "MoonWater" clan! ;D
Contemplating the Next Eclectica
March 04, 2009 23:25So what kind of show would all of you listeners out there like to hear from me & Eclectica next? What can I improve? What's been under-covered or over-done? Is there a theme or a style of music you'd like to hear? Is there something you'd like me to focus more or less on? Twahk ta me, twahk ta me! ;D I've been pondering a few different themes for upcoming shows, n' I'd really love to get some feedback. :) How about a show all about featuring exclusively up-tempo, up-beat, Dance/Techn...
Episode 7: Audible Anomalies
February 28, 2009 08:22 - 5.14 KB application/x-shockwave-flashEclectica Episode 7: Audible Anomalies I've been sitting on this episode for a bit; trying to decide whether or not to publish it as-it was when I first "finished" it, on the night of its creation. Since my microphone woes have not quiiite yet been resolved (though a remedy is fast approaching on the horizon- with the help of UPS ;)), it occurred to me to try something new for a change, and put a little twist in the mix. What exactly? Well, I thought I might let my screen reader speak f...
Eclectica's Got a New E-Mail, Plus a New Companion Page!
February 25, 2009 03:11Download the blurb about E's new info here. :) From now on, if you'd like to contact Eclectica's hostess & resident creatrix (the wondrously bizarre miss DJ Selchie), you can do so via a brand new e-mail address! [email protected] [email protected] was just too long, complex n' hard to spell, so in order to facilitate greater hostess-listener interaction, a new gmail account has been created!! The new e-mail account is already live (up & working), and the old one will be for at...
Eclectica's Got a New E-Mail, Plus a New Companion Page!
February 25, 2009 03:11Download the blurb about E's new info here. :) From now on, if you'd like to contact Eclectica's hostess & resident creatrix (the wondrously bizarre miss DJ Selchie), you can do so via a brand new e-mail address! [email protected] [email protected] was just too long, complex n' hard to spell, so in order to facilitate greater hostess-listener interaction, a new gmail account has been created!! The new e-mail account is already live (up & working), and the old one will be for at...
Giving Props Where Props are Due
February 23, 2009 10:59 - 5.14 KB application/x-shockwave-flashI've been wondering about what happened to a favorite local DJ whom I no longer hear on the radio anymore, so tonight I decided to go research what was up. Un/Fortunately I found a site that discussed the problem; a station-wide "transition" from one format to another, and it inspired me to write this in response. ..It also reminded me of why Eclectica exists, thus I thought it only right to mention that here, and give proper credit where credit is due. :) Download Eclectica Props Here ...