el barto, the Bartalicious one, Sparky McBartsalot, Bartamus Rex, "the Bart of Happiness", Splart!, Barth Veda, the Bartful Dodger, Bartlejuice!, Leanpocrates, Mr. Koolaid Man...
Influences
LTJ Bukem, Miles Davis, Hindustani (north Indian) & Karnatic (south Indian) music, traditional music from the middle east/latin america/africa/indonesia/polynesia, Fluke, Pharcyde, Wes Montgomery, Future Prophecies, John Coltrane, Industrial, Pat Metheny, DJ Krush, Led Zeppelin, Technical Itch, Pink Floyd, Roni Size, Mocean Worker, Dub, Acid Jazz, DJ John Kelley, DJ Mark Farina's Mushroom Jazz compilations, Strunz & Farah, Flamenco, Shakti, Dead Can Dance, Critters Buggin, Talvin Singh, Coldcut, William Orbit, Propellorheads, spirituality, love, meditation, bluntfully delicious goodness...been performing music for around 20 years and the Exstus catalog of music is currently at over 160 original tracks - so you name it, it's probably in there somewhere...
"...to know that one life has breathed easier because I have lived. This is to have succeeded."
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Exstus is on a mission: To spread a message of dance, spirituality and love through the creation of innovative transglobal breakbeat, jungle, triphop and dub. Lush sonic textures and phat beats coexist with virtuosic jazz & flamenco guitar in the context of uplifting, ultra-modern, ALL-ORIGINAL songs. Songs and fan feedback may be viewed (along with other information) at www.exstus.com.
This fresh take on modern music is evident throughout the rich diversity of Exstus material currently being produced. On these efforts, traditional world music blends with jazz, the sounds of nature, modern synthesizers and rich bass. Elements from all parts of the globe come together to create multi-textured, 3-dimensional music that makes the body move – and makes the spirit soar. In addition to being the featured musical artist at high-profile events such as the 2005 & 2006 Dennis Quaid Charity Classics, Exstus created music for the video game Devastation Zone Troopers, composed the score for the Gaia Bonsignore movie "The Hallway" and has performed shows with accomplished artists including DJ Rap, Sandra Collins, Neptune and Govinda. Exstus has also been a featured artist on a number of online radio stations such as SomaFM, Calmscape & Liquid Lounge, as well as having received airplay on radio stations in Austin and other areas.
Hailing from Austin Texas, Exstus has two incarnations: a studio/production form and a live performance form. In the studio, Exstus is Bart Landry from beginning to end - from composition through final production. Having played and produced music for 20 years, Bart is on a mission: to combine his diverse experiences and influences into one solid, cohesive package. Live, Exstus is Bart Landry performing original Exstus material and improvising live jazz/flamenco guitar over selected tracks, accompanied by compelling visuals and performance art. Begun in 2001, Exstus brings you a sound that is dynamic, highly danceable, and super-phat!
Current focus is on the booking of live events and festivals as well as promotion of the new CD Vibrational Energy."
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Here are compliments made by actual myspacers about Exstus music:
"Your music is not only still superb, but now with seeing a live show I am dumbfounded. The attention to detail that is put into the music you share is incredible. The live jazz guitar combined with breaky lounge music put me in a down tempo lovers dream land..."
"When I'm listening to your music I have that feeling like the whole universe is smiling at me ...then I blissfully dive into that smile :))"
"AS ALWAYS...I AM SPEECHLESS. I ADORE YOUR MUSIC."
"Your music is beautiful! Very spiritual, with so much feeling & meaning behind it! Keep up the good work & thank you again!"
"Exstus = healing music"
"It's invigorating to connect with music that has depth and intelligence."
"you have a fantastic capacity for musical imagery. very nice work. "
"Dope genre defying beats!"
"Your music is absolutely superb"
"WOW!!! I'm definately feeling your sound dude! It's really chill and gives me goosebumps."
"hey i just got a chance to check out your site!!! MUCH LOVE AND RESPECT!!! your music is sooooooooo beautiful and original... you can count me as a new admirer for sho' when did you first come up with the idea to blend so many genres together? it rawks."
"aaahhhh a relief, beautiful beats coming from myspace. What a surprise. If sex is ecstasy, and ecstasy is better then sex, your music is both combined. Fucking wonderful."
"You have the fucking greatest beats and music that is oh-so-addictive! =D"
"OMG I LOVE UR FUCKIN MUSIC!!!!!!!!!!!!! can i get a CD?"
"BOMB ass traxxs I luv em ....You are SOOO the shit!!!"
"Exstus = sheer perfection"
"Your music is some of the best stuff I've heard when it comes to techno. My friend tried to whip out some stupid crap and i was like no no no *waves hand and pulls out Exstus* THIS IS THE SHIT! and I made him listen to it, and I think most of our friends are now searching for your cd online as we speak..lol"
"exstus.....fuck man! your music fucking rocks my heart!
I dont smoke weed..but you know how people say they get high smoking...your music makes me high...holy crap...your music should fuckin rule the world of music!!!!!!"
"you are by far.. the dopest.. fo sho! keep spinnin up them dopass beats fo real!!!!"
"killler songs... you fucking rock! :) "
"Listening to some of the music you had on your website and WOW. Im speechless...i LOVE IT!"
"great fuckin' beats...you totally blow me away...i'm sending your page to all my dnb dj friends"
"I just heard some of the tracks on your page.....it's awesome."
"i love your music - it had me groovin' in my seat."
"awsome, by the way I'm on your site right now listening to your music......Can you say SkillZZZZZZZZZZZZ , your very talented =o) I think I'm haveing a flashback lol"
"VERY good tunes man. Quality stuff!!"
"SOUNDS FRIGGIN AWSOME!!"
"ur music kicks ass! really like ur stuff"
"good good good good good music. i'm in ♥!"
"your beats are the hottness! RAWR! "
"I LOVE IT! SO COOL AND ORIGINAL!! THANX FOR INVITIN ME.. THAT WAY I GOT TO FIND OUT ABOUT YOUR PAGE N MUSIC... THANX!!!!!"
"yo, your beats are phatt, your style is dope, and i would love to check you guys out live!"
I'm sewing and arting so something must be up. :p I really wish the days afforded us more time to spend laughing together - the days will now be getting shorter. yay?
well, happy equinoxing. and just remember that in the shadows and darkness lie the seeds of growth and fortune we long for. you're welcome for the rain - but everything comes at a price.
i miss the bartifications...et balance... Longing for the ultimate zen garden - a lonely beach somewhere. :l
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All my exes live in... Yeah, just call me for the story. It's like getting kissed by two guys at the same time random... (okay, point of ref. circa summer 07)
Hey Bart, how have you been sweetie? Long time no talk. I have been on Facebook a lot lately and hardly at all on myspace...hope all is well in your world. Glad to see you've been having lots of shows. Look forward to coming to one soon. Take care.
I've got the bends. Okay, listening to the Bends. whatev's. Never realized how much Thom Yorke sings in that passionate sexy Jeff kinda range that makes me weak in the knees. yum.
SO I am stoked you are playing on Friday night!! Can't wait to see you. :) mahalo, my friend.
Thank you gentlemen for last weekend! That was amazing. I know Tonja feel's better and i know i do too..as i am sure everyone else who was there does as well :)
I rejoice that I am in the rhythm and flow of my ever-changing life.
My dear friend, I would love to be near your infectious laughter today. I am feeling the absurdity of how quickly things can change. But one thing that remains is the love of the people we surround ourselves with. And my gratitude for that equals none other. Thank you for being an amazing friend.
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