MOTi is one of the greatest few that receives personal support from the DJ MAG TOP 100 DJs 2017 #5, Tiësto. Since his release of “Circuits” and “Kinky Denise” back in 2012, he has sparked up and the collab with Tiësto “Back To The Acid” is still played around the world. Since then, he is continuously releasing tracks from great labels. A talent, who has also performed in Japan have released a new track.
Q1. Please talk to us about your latest release and the inspiration behind it.
“Just Don’t Know It Yet” is my favourite record I’ve been working on so far this year. It feels like it’s a record I’ve always wanted to make but didn’t really get to make. It’s a feelgood song that screams summer and should inspire to get the most out of yourself.
For me, the meaning of the song is that you should never give up. You are your own inspiritation, if you believe in yourself you can achieve anything.
Always try to find the best in whatever situation your in and make sure you do whatever you need to do to make yourself happy! And when you’re happy you will be able to make others happy too. Stay MOTIVATED ;-)
Q2. How is this track special compare to other tracks you’ve released throughout the career?
I’ve had a pretty long music career already. My first release was in 2007 under an alias. Over the years I’ve had my ups and downs. In music its always hard work, if you don’t work hard enough you will notice it the next year and you’ll have to work twice as hard to get back up there.
“Just Don’t Know It Yet” is the first record I’ve produced since my daughter was born. For me this is the record that inspires me to be the best person I could possible be, to be the best father I could be for my daughter. I will always remember this record as the record that made me the person I can be proud of.
Q3. How has this year been so far?
This year was insane so far. I became father 7 months ago, so my life changed drastically for the better. I’ve been more focussed than ever and been mostly focussing on music production the last few months. 2018 is going to be a year with huge collaborations, strong crossover singles and a lot of AAA artist remixes!
Q4. Can you pick 1 or 2 must plays in your recent sets and why?
“MOTi ft. Faye Medeson - I See Light In You”
It’s a big room track with a vibey guitar breakdown with Faye’s beautifull voice on it, the track sounds like a classic MOTi track in a 2018 twist. Perfect for festival season!
“Galantis ft. Uffie - Spaceship (MOTi Remix)”
One of my favourite remixes this year. I’m huge Galantis fan and I was extremely happy when they asked me to remix No Money a few years ago. So this time I asked them if I could remix this track. I would describe it as future house for big rooms ;-). I’m also a big Uffie fan since here release “Ready To Uff” in 2006. So remixing this was double the fun!
Q5. What was your best gig so far and what memories you have on this gig?
My most rememberable gig was definitely RFM SOMNII Portugal. It was the first time I saw so many people sing-a-long and move a long with everything I did during a show.
My favourite show in Japan was definitely my first time playing Ageha. There where a lot of fans, the energy was really good and I had an amazing time in Tokyo. I actually stayed for a week because I liked it so much!
Q6. Please leave a message for your fans in Japan.
I want to thank you all for your continues support, all the great memories I have in Japan and I hope to be back very soon.I just want to wish you the best of luck on achieving anything you want to achieve. Just remember be confident, be strong, work hard for what you want to achieve but most importantly BE HAPPY! I LOVE YOU!
MOTi’s production is already one of its kind and not to mention his performance is also what makes him an artist MOTi. Continuously performing for biggest clubs in the world as well as festivals including EDC, Creamfields, Nocturnal Wonderland, Tomorrowland and more. Tune in to his new track “Just Don’t Know It Yet” and check his socials for his festival lineups.