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Music Production inspires us. From the artists and projects that we’re actively involved with, to the latest tools and techniques of our trade! Check in regularly for news, events and insights into our music production process.

Motiv Developing Artist Database for Wellness Facilitators

At Motiv, we are currently compiling a database of artists and producers who are open to licensing their music to Wellness Facilitators looking to create audio products for Breath-work, Yoga, Business Coaching and Meditation. Our aim is both to provide a more cost-effective option for wellness facilitators who might not have the budget for us […]

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Syren Skyboz Remixes

Motiv Brings Heavyweight Production Techniques to New Syren Remixes

Long-time Motiv Music client Syren, has just completed the music-writing phase of 5 remixes of her previously produced triphop/bass music, into dancefloor-ready Ethno Bass House bangers for her upcoming tour in America. The Remixes now include partner Skyboy, bringing powerful rap flows to Syren’s already well-written songs. Motiv Producer and Remixer Ben Temple Step employed […]

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Music Producer Benjamin Last

Music Producer Bio: Benjamin Last

Works for Motiv Music. Based in Melbourne, Australia. Producer, Musician, Sound Healer, Workshop Facilitator and Teacher, Benjamin Last has been producing music with over 27 years. Ben is a highly experienced Recording Engineer, Audio Editor, Electronic Music Programmer, Audio and Mastering Engineer. Facilitating music production has become his fine art and created in him a […]

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Music Producer Pete Robinson

Music Producer Bio: Pete Robinson

Works for Motiv Music. Based in Byron Bay, Australia. Music Producer, Audio Engineer and Musician, Pete Robinson has been involved with music production and the music industry for over 25 years. Pete studied piano in his youth, where he found a deep love for the instrument as a tool for creative expression and collaboration with […]

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Motiv Partners with Kiln Studios in Sydney

When asked to record the Crystal Bowls and Voice CD for Motiv’s new client Karina Pupo, producer Benjamin Last knew that we would need a new recording space in Karina’s home town of Sydney, Australia. After researching a range of possible options, Ben found Kiln Studios, a new studio in Sydney’s inner west, built for […]

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The making of 'Seed' In-Depth: Motiv's Music Production Process

When singer-songwriter Jeremy Roske asked us to produce 5 songs in just 12 days on location in Bali, Motiv producer Benjamin Last knew it would be a tall order! To help create, record, program, edit, mix and master all required content in that time, Ben called on co-producer Pete Robinson to assist remotely from our […]

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