Wax Motif's House of Hits: A Q&A Behind the Turntables

United States

Somewhere Nowhere

From Fan To Contributor: Wax Motif’s Ultra Debut

Wax Motif’s Favorite Classic House Tracks

Wax Motif Came Full Circle at Ultra Miami

 has become a major orchestrator in the exhilarating G-House sound, but his artistic vision reaches far beyond one genre. With influences spanning R&B, disco, and UK bass, Motif brings a unique and sought-after style to the studio.

Throughout his journey, Motif has released tracks on renowned labels such as Diplo's Mad Decent, A-Trak's Fool's Gold, and Steve Aoki's Dim Mak Records, showcasing his versatility and ability to captivate diverse audiences. He has also crafted captivating remixes for artists like YG, Kid Ink, Chromeo, Deadmau5, and Warren G, adding his signature touch to their original sounds.

Motif's collaboration with Destructo on Interscope's album introduced him to a whole new world of music, working alongside acclaimed artists like Ty Dolla Sign, YG, Freddie Gibbs, Problem, and Kurupt. His contributions to this project displayed his prowess as a producer capable of creating dynamic and memorable tracks.

With an impressive list of support that includes Diplo, Major Lazer, A-Trak, RL Grime, GTA, Oliver Heldens, Jauz, Knife Party, and more, Motif has garnered widespread acclaim for his talents. The anticipation for new music from Motif is high, and fans will be delighted to know that he is currently working on fresh material set to be released later this year.

In late 2019, Motif founded his own label, Divided Souls Records, which has become a home for his scorching solo originals and exciting collaborations with artists like Diplo, Matroda, AC Slater, 220Kid, Euro Trash, and many others. This venture showcased his entrepreneurial spirit and his commitment to nurturing and promoting emerging talent within the industry.

In 2022, he made appearances at notable festivals including Electric Forest, Hard Summer, Electric Zoo, Illfest, ARC, and CRSSD, delivering electric performances that left fans craving for more.

, released in 2022, garnered over 33 million streams, serving as a testament to his ability to seamlessly blend electronic music euphoria with hip-hop swagger. The 17 track LP takes listeners on a journey through various house music sub genres, ranging from meditative and chilled-out vibes to energizing dance floor anthems.

Beyond his musical achievements, Motif's live shows have garnered immense acknowledgement, selling out prestigious venues like the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. His passion for connecting with audiences and showcasing his latest ideas continues to drive his ambition to reach even bigger and more diverse crowds.

Drake - Massive (Wax Motif Remix) by Wax Motif

As we look into 2023, Motif has released "Traga" featuring STO Cultr on Repopulate Mars and "La Samba" featuring Riordan on Nervous Records along several additional tracks waiting to be unleashed upon eager fans.

Australia

bass house

electro house

tech house

Wax Motif

Sweden

dark techno

minimal techno

raw techno

schranz

swedish electronic

swedish techno

techno

Adam Beyer

progressive house

Cirez D

brazilian techno

electra

ANNA

Germany

high-tech minimal

Ann Clue

Azzecca

melodic house

Ben Böhmer

german house

german techno

Boris Brejcha

United Kingdom

house

uk tech house

Carl Cox

detroit techno

outsider house

Carl Craig

Belgium

belgian techno

Charlotte de Witte

Netherlands

dutch tech house

Chelina Manuhutu

chicago house

classic house

Chip E.

melbourne bounce

pop dance

uk dance

Chris Lake

Claptone

Cloonee

Spain

latin tech house

De La Swing

deep house

Derrick Carter

DJ Hyperactive

DJ Lady D

Italy

deep disco house

italian electronica

melodic techno

microhouse

DJ Tennis

Eats Everything

italian techno

Enrico Sangiuliano

big beat

electronica

Fatboy Slim

Gene Farris

Get Real

Giolì & Assia

future garage

Gorgon City

Hiroko Yamamura

garage house

Honey Dijon

Joseph Capriati

fidget house

Justin Martin

Brazil

Kasablanca

ukg revival

kryptogram

gauze pop

Lane 8

arab electronic

canadian electronic

Maher Daniel

Mike Dunn

neue neue deutsche welle

Moritz

South Africa

swiss pop

Nora En Pure

Öona Dahl

Pan-Pot

spanish techno

Paco Osuna

Chile

Ricardo Villalobos

acid house

Richie Hawtin

Ron Carroll

Palestine

palestinian alternative

Sama’ Abdulhadi

detroit house

minimal tech house

Seth Troxler

classic dubstep

uk bass

Skream

Tini Gessler

brazilian edm

Vintage Culture

ARC Music Festival is a relatively new addition to Chicago's rich festival scene, celebrating house and techno music. Hosted at the historical Union Park in Chicago, this festival aims to gather top-tier artists from these genres, giving attendees an immersive experience in the world of electronic music. Reflecting the city's deep-rooted house music culture, ARC Music Festival stands as a testament to Chicago's legacy and continuous contribution to the electronic music world.

Wax Motif

Articles

Other artists