Why Am I Here?

Domenic, as well as other kindred Exotica enthusiast friends, know that I have a fairly involved and longtime interest in this music. However, in any level of intellectual pursuit, I feel obliged to point out that I'm like the Wizard-of-Oz Scarecrow, who pines "If I only had a brain". This isn't false modesty, low self esteem, or any other nonsense, but rather an admission of a neurological condition. I'm not concerned about the almighty profile appearance, or a backlash of any kind. It simply will have to come out at some point, for those who don't already know.

If I had a brain - one that fully functions - I'd probably be of considerable value to the Exotica/Tiki Culture. I've been listening to the music from a  childhood in the fifties to early sixties. I am, or was, a career musician. I've been a very extensive listener and researcher, who - had things gone very differently - would have completed a degree in ethnomusicology, in tandem with musical performance. But, there's this issue that I live with.

So, I'm here like many of you. At the same time, I wonder how in the world I can actually contribute without offering little more than a simpleton's view of Exotica, as well as not blogging for ages. I guess we'll have to find out. Otherwise, I'll simply go my merry way ...



Shane "elshano" McElroy

Dom De Dom Comp

We are concentrating on adding your mix tales to the blog. And if you are interested in posting yours or mixes you received from friends, consider becoming a contributor. Joining the ExoticaRing and posting.  Just let me know.

Should make an effort to have kept up with people. So indulge me. Back in September of 2009 a nice fellow named "C Carlson"  created a comp of music for my radio show. Lovely old tunes on here on the first half and more lounge on the 2nd . More than a few listeners loved the diversity and passed on some favorites to play. Even had Carlson on the show, he may have been on the Original Mailing List and a local. So that was a cool coincidence.

And what a great effort with the artwork. If he's still on the boards here just wanted to say Hi! And thanks.