Everyday Eldritch

A death has occurred, and an odd one at that! Strange tales of unseen things rustling in the foliage, and the mangled corpse of the victim... could a man have done all that... we work with the evidence we have... let's ask the witness what happened.

Why did I drop Pickman, the Mad Artist of Boston... Don't be impatient. I'm getting to that... but first, maybe let's turn on the light for this next part... God, I wouldn't be alive if I'd ever seen what that man—if he was a man—saw... Originally recorded Dec. 2023

An antiquarian's journey through backwoods New England turns sinister as he spots a foreboding old house. Seeking shelter from the elements, he sees no other option but to take refuge in the dark, unwelcoming building. Dilapidated and far from the path of ordinary travelers, he assumes it to be abandoned.... and enters. Originally recorded Jan. 2024.

What... that house across the street... No, there isn't anything particularly interesting about that house. Are you looking to buy? Well, then, that changes things! I'll tell you what I know. Originally recorded April 2023. Guest Narrators: Ponchmonster as "Jenny" Nova Nocturn as "The Realtor," and "DJ Batos" ► CREDITS: Story by  DNA Image by Nova Nocturn "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" by Myuu |...

My husband has been acting strange, lately... And that's saying something! All he wants to do is wear this pastel orange towel and... wait... I think he's trying to tell me something.... Is he humming? A Christmas story nightmare. Originally recorded Feb. 2024. ► CREDITS: Story by Ben Wooding , licensed with author's permission

A guilty man confesses to a horrible crime. The details surrounding the case are strange, to say the least... An incessant ringing, and a pale blue eye. The Imp of the Perverse is back again, ready to claim another victim of conscience. "The Tell-Tale Heart" is a classic work of American Gothic fiction. Published in 1843, Edgar Allan Poe's timeless horror tale explores themes of paranoia, guilt, a...

A typical breakfast date turns creepy, as Jack confronts Ernesto about his disturbing dream. Slide into the diner booth and order up a greasy plate of hash browns. Join us for a collaborative nightmare adventure. 📖 STORY:  "Recurring with Breakfast" by Radar DeBoard . Guest Narrators: " Phoenix Fire YT " as "Narrator" " The Panic Within " as "Waitress" " Silver Underworld " as "Ernesto" - Check o...

A slighted man bitterly vows revenge against his rival. What did he do? None can say. One thing is for certain, never insult a Montresor. Nemo me Impune Lacessit.  By Edgar Allan Poe. Special thanks to  Dr. Torment as "Fortunato" ► CREDITS:   Image by Unknown Artist via PickPik " Scarlatti - Sonata in A minor - K 7 - Arranged for Cimbalom " by GregorQuendel licensed under CCBY-NC 4.0 " unavoidable...

The time has come! Quick, before we lose our nerve. ► CREDITS: Image " Isolation " by Camilla licensed under CCBY 2.0 " Cinematic music.wav " by Sami_Hiltunen licensed under CC0 " 10835 big fire loop.wav " by Robinhood76 licensed under CCBYNC 4.0 " LIVE PLAY ZERO-G " by XHALE303 licensed under CCBYNC 4.0 " Unlike Home - Fear The Eldritch " by Coltrin Compositions licensed with artist's permission

I know who you are... what you want... I won't make it easy for you.  When the time comes, be ready. ► CREDITS: Image " Isolation " by Camilla licensed under CCBY 2.0 " Insomniac Drum Loop.wav " by Stereo Surgeon licensed under CC0 " Sad Sorrowful Piano " by guitarman213 licensed under CC0 " Thoughts.wav " by Lost_Dream licensed under CCBY 4.0 " ETHERIAL CHOIR " by XHALE303 licensed under CCBY 4.0...

Ok... I definitely did not just see that happen! Maybe I should go away again, but something keeps me here... ► CREDITS: Image " Isolation " by Camilla licensed under CCBY 2.0 " High Ambient Horror Music " by Audio_Dread licensed under CCBYNC 4.0 " Dark Ambient Drone " by PatrickLieberkind licensed under CCBY 4.0 " Undead Pulse.wav " by Lilliryth-SFX licensed under CCBY 3.0 " bad stuff " by rucisk...

Ah, Paris, the city of light, love, and paranormal experiences... On second thought, I think I felt better at home. ► CREDITS: Image " Isolation " by Camilla licensed under CCBY 2.0 " Eleonor's Will. - Electronic track music " by frankum licensed under CCBY 4.0 " Dead Pulse.wav " by Lilliryth-SFX licensed under CCBY 3.0 " CinematicBoomNorm.wav " by HerbertBoland licensed under CCBYNC 4.0

After some unsettling experiences, a trip to Mont Saint-Michel is the perfect getaway. Is it enough to restore one's troubled mind, or could there be more to these strange sensations? ► CREDITS: Image " Isolation " by Camilla licensed under CCBY 2.0 " orica.wav " by tim.kahn licensed under CCBYNC 4.0 " CinematicBoomNorm.wav " by HerbertBoland licensed under CCBYNC 4.0

Ever thought of the terror of the invisible world and the limitation of our senses? Delve into the mystery and psychological struggle of "The Horla," by Guy De Maupassant. ► CREDITS:  Image " Isolation " by Camilla licensed under CCBY 2.0 " Gymnopédie No. 1 (Classical Cover) Erik Satie " by Myuu licensed under CCBYNC 3.0 " CinematicBoomNorm.wav " by HerbertBoland licensed under CCBYNC 4.0  

After receiving a concerning letter from an old friend, a man embarks on a quest of consolation. Will companionship be enough to alleviate the melancholy of the Lord of the House of Usher? Entrez, š'il vous plaît, and discover the haunting history behind "The Fall of the House of Usher," by Edgar Poe. 📖 Read with me:  - https://www.gutenberg.org/files/2148/2148-h/2148-h.htm#chap2.8   ► CREDITS: I...

An apartment complex, an elevator, and a young woman. Discover what's haunting "The 4th Floor." ► CREDITS: Story by Unknown Author, licensed under CCBYSA 3.0 " Fatal Shrine (Horror Soundscape) " by Myuu licensed under CCBYNC 3.0

A single father receives a shock when he discovers his child home alone. Where could the babysitter have gone? ► CREDITS: Story by Hagenisnotacat, licensed under CCBYSA 4.0 " Flowered Rust " by Myuu licensed under CCBYNC 3.0

Ever have a nightmare that you can't escape? Try being stuck like that. "Statistically, we will all experience sleep paralysis once in our lives…" ► CREDITS: Story by Unknown Author licensed under CCBYSA 3.0 " Outcast " by Myuu licensed under YouTube Audio Library " Angst " by Myuu licensed under CCBYNC 3.0

A game of nerves turns into a horrible night for two young thrill-seekers. ► CREDITS: Story by Unknown Author, revised by Everyday Eldritch, licensed under CCBYSA 3.0: " The Crypt (Horror Soundscape) " by Myuu licensed under CCBYNC 3.0

Alive and physically unharmed, Robert Olmstead makes his way back home. After discovering some disturbing family history, he begins to hear the call of the sea. Iä-R'lyeh! Cthulhu fhtagn! Iä! Iä! The final chapter, by H.P. Lovecraft. ► CREDITS: Image by Unknown Artist licensed under CC0 via PxHere " eerie atmosphere ambiance.wav " by DeVern licensed under CC0 " Lost In The Dream.mp3 " by SoundFlak...

Outnumbered and on the run, Robert Olmstead must slip out of town or discover the true horror of "The Shadow Over Innsmouth." By H.P. Lovecraft. ► CREDITS: Image by Unknown Artist licensed under CC0 via PxHere " Movie Horn " by ScreamStudio licensed under CC0 " Dark Action Drum Atmo.wav " by szegvari licensed under CC0 " Windy Dramatic Cinematic Atmo.wav " by szegvari licensed under CC0 " Dark Pos...

Thoroughly freaked out, Robert Olmstead attempts to quit the town; although, this proves more difficult than anticipated. Might as well stay the night at the Gilman. Part 4.1 of H.P. Lovecraft's "The Shadow Over Innsmouth." ►  CREDITS: Image by Unknown Artist licensed under CC0 via PxHere "Suspense Loop" by Scrampunk licensed under CCBY 4.0 "door bolt 4.wav" by FenrirFangs licensed under CC0 "Thou...

Old Zadok Allen shares the terrible tale of Innsmouth's shadowed past. Find out in Part 3 of H.P. Lovecraft's "The Shadow Over Innsmouth." ► CREDITS: Image by Unknown Artist licensed under CC0 via PxHere: - https://pxhere.com/en/photo/345349 "Mysterious Ambience with Drums.wav" by DeVern licensed under CC0: - https://freesound.org/people/DeVern/sounds/474988/ "Dark Suspense.wav" by Lost_Dream lice...

Let's take a ride down to Innsmouth. You're welcome, so long as you keep away from certain places. Oh, and don't bother Old Zadok... it's for the best. Part 2 of H.P. Lovecraft's "The Shadow Over Innsmouth." ► CREDITS: Image by Unknown Artist licensed under CC0 via PxHere: - https://pxhere.com/en/photo/345349 "Tension.wav" by SFXAFRIK licensed under CCBY 4.0: - https://freesound.org/people/SFXAFRI...

Robert Olmstead reflects on his harrowing visit to the legendary seaport of death and decay. Strap in for Part 1 of H.P. Lovecraft's "The Shadow Over Innsmouth." ► CREDITS: Image by Unknown Artist licensed under CC0 via PxHere: - https://pxhere.com/en/photo/345349 "Dark Action Drum Atmo.wav" by szegvari licensed under CC0: - https://freesound.org/people/szegvari/sounds/583611/ "Orchestral Suspense...