About
Selekta /(sɪˈlɛktə)/ noun A word describing an extension of oneself, put forth to transcend one’s own life span. Selekta is an American bass music producer and DJ. Originally hailing from Richmond VA, grew up around rock and metal— this has influenced a lot of his inspirations from an early age. An over the top (OTT), attitude rings throughout the music and performances. We invite you to be apart of the duality of man, dark and light, that encompasses everything we do. Welcome to the SELEKTION.
Selekta has found his connection with music to be a spiritually grounding experience since his first re-callable memories.
Growing up in the musically moving city of Richmond, Virginia, inspiration was all around, and he naturally gravitated towards the underground and gritty hardcore music scene in his teen years.
His extensive exposure to emotionally charged music has shaped his future as a musician. He seeks to make music that brings people to life in the way that music has done for him.
A life that ultimately Selekta wishes to extend for eternity through his music. Selekta has seen his fair share of darkness through past life experiences and understands the duality of life. Henceforth, giving way to the branding of duality. Without the darkness of his past, he wouldn’t be given the light he sees in himself and his waking reality. Being humble and understanding the core foundation of what gave him pain, can now also be a vessel to create peace and prosperity or light in people's lives.
Selekta hopes to encompass this in his life so it can be a beacon for others he comes in contact with. That which is void is precisely form, dark themes now carry new depth and weight for his brand.
Making music was never an option for him, more of a habit or ritual, and after years of grinding and honing his craft, his music has crossed paths with individuals who recognized his abilities and unique sound. He began to be featured on big name YouTube channels such as Alex Mtch and Dub Rebellion and started gaining a following. Finally, he got a message from the people at Play Me Records: they needed a sound like his on their label. Selekta would go on to release a myriad of tracks on this label with songs such as Get Down, a recent popular release. Selekta has been running songs and sharing stages with heavy hitters all around South florida. Releasing on record labels like, DSR, Circus Records, A-Records, and Riddim Network.
For Selekta, it has never been about anything but music and it will always stay that way. Music that makes your body move and your head bang. “It’s about intense energy and feeling, it's connected to the heart, not the head.” -Selekta