Episode 43 - "Best Albums of the Decade / EOY Wrapup" Join us as we do our final episode ever! We decided to close off the season of the podcast with our Top 10 favourite albums of the last decade (2011-2020), sharing some memories of the past 4 years along the way. Also includes our top 5 favourite albums from the year that was 2020. CHRIS 1. Wolves at the Gate "VxV" 2014 2. Josh Garrels “Love and War and the Sea Inbetween” 2011 3. Beautiful Eulogy “Worthy” 2017 4. Attalus “Into the Sea” 2015 5. Tony Anderson “Finding Home” [Soundtrack] 2013 6. Kings Kaleidoscope “Zeal” 2019 7. My Epic “Behol ..read more

We sat down with Tyler Collins in our latest episode. Tyler told us all about his new acoustic project, Bareheart, which fans of City and Colour, Noah Gunderson & Dustin Kensrue are sure to enjoy! We talked about Least of These and reminisced over deep cuts from their “Change Will Come” album as well as hearing about plans for 2020 to make music again. We also discuss Tyler’s friendship with fellow Texan and lead singer of Rival Choir and Mouth of the South, Josiah Lyle, and how they got to collaborating on the Sick Heart single “Feigned”. Track List: 1) Bareheart – Nothing Wrong 2) Bareha ..read more

We were honoured to have Jason Wisdom on our podcast last month. Join us for conversations on the latest Death Therapy EP & Dance Therapy: Pre Apocalyptic Cyber Funk For Late Stage Humanoids and his new hardcore / metalcore project called The Reversalist, as well as Jason’s take on the good, the bad and the interesting trends of the Christian metal scene from the early 2000s until now! You’ll hear some great stories involving many of your favorite metal and hardcore bands from the scene(both past and present), the process of recording the eponymous Becoming the Archetype album “Dichotomy ..read more

Our mate Scott Fryberger of Jesus Freak Hideout joined us for discussions on our Top 5 albums and favourite songs from the first half of 2020. We also talk about what albums we’re anticipating in the second half of the year and a little on some of the history and plans of both Jesus Freak Hideout and The Eclectic Podcast. Track List: 1) Gable Price & Friends – Heretic (Scott’s choice) 2) DENS – Men (Joel’s choice) 3) John Mark McMillan – The Road, The Rocks, The Weeds (Chris’ choice) Show Notes: Scott Fryberger’s Staff Page @JFH: https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/staff/Scott.asp Jesus Frea ..read more

Join us for some thought-provoking conversations with North Carolina-based indie, singer-songwriter Andy Squyres! Andy shared his thoughts on his deliberate choice of the path less traveled in creating music that challenges and takes time to digest, his musical collaboration with Taylor Leonhardt, and the journey of finding his voice in recent years of writing and recording music. Hear singles Track List: 1) Andy Squyres “Before You God” 2) Andy Squyres “River of Fire” 3) Andy Squyres “Labor In Vain” Social Media: Facebook @andysquyresmusic Instagram @andysquyres Hear Andy Squyre’s album 3 sin ..read more

Ep 38 – Underground Files, Vol. 1 In our inaugural episode from the Underground Files, we feature four gifted artists and bands who you need to hear! We span genres from folk to R’n’B, alternative rock to worship, and talk about some of the most impressive underground albums that have been released so far by artists of faith in 2020. Want to submit an artist or band for future “Underground Files” episodes? Then email us: theeclcetic1podcast17@ gmail.com Track-list 1) Benjamin Daniel “Homebody” 2) Alyssa Wade “My Father’s World” (feat. Omri) 3) Chase Tremaine “Counsel (The Help I Get)” 4) Plain ..read more

Ep 37 – Dens Interview We had some great conversations with Shaun Hypes about the newest @densnoise release through @facedownrecords called "Taming Tongues." Join us to hear about Shaun share about the band’s ambitious concept album, stories from the recording studio, unique band merch in the form of hot sauce, and tips on beard care. It’s also the first episode in The Eclectic history where Joel and Chris weren’t recording in the same room! COVID-19 couldn’t stop this episode from seeing the light of day. Track-list 1) Dens – Even 2) Dens – Men 3) Dens – Keep Show Notes *Dens Instagram: @dens ..read more

Ep 36 – The Legacy of C.S. Lewis C.S. Lewis -- gifted apologist, fiction writer, and arguably one of the foremost Christian thinkers of the 21st century. What legacy has he left? Join us as we take the plunge into some of Lewis’s seminal books including The Chronicles of Narnia, Mere Christianity and The Problem of Pain. We look at stories behind these classic works, share a beer in honour of the Inklings, and talk about how Lewis has shaped the stories and songs of bands and artists like Attalus, Andrew Peterson, The Gray Havens, and Heath McNease to name but a few. Grab a tasty beverage, fin ..read more

What were your favourite albums of 2019? For our 1st episode of 2020, we talk about some of our favourite albums from the year that was! We discuss our Top 2019 albums from veterans like King’s Kaleidoscope, Josh Garrels, Eshon Burgundy & My Epic, as well as impressive debut albums from Weeping Hour & Make Sure. Brew Review of a nice, dark Aussie IPA also enclosed! Track List: 1) Josh Garrels “Anchor For My Soul” 2) Make Sure - “I Thought I Could Do Better Than You” 3) Eshon Burgundy - “Cotton” 4) Old Solar “Spring Equinox” Show Notes: - Josh Garrels “Anchor For My Soul” (2012 version ..read more

Join us in Part 2/2 of our Matt Greiner interview where we deal with the third and final chapter of the Matt Greiner story! We hear stories of Matt’s Christian faith, his connection and interactions with fans going through suffering and difficulties, and his favourite Tim Keller books. We also ask Matt about his love of Lancaster, Pennsylvania and how the farm he grew up on holds a special place in his heart and life. (Check out Episode 33, Part 1/2 where we talk all things August Burns Red, drumming, and the Holy Ghost Notes Podcast) Track List: 1) Hillsong United – “What a Wonderful Name(Liv ..read more