The sixth guest in the Scordisci podcast series is Motivo.

From the smoke emerges Motivo, the Amsterdam-based DJ and producer originally from Athens whose sound bridges the intensity of Greek roots with the pulse of the Dutch underground. His music is shaped by early 2000s influences, countless nights on dancefloors and the shifting movements of Amsterdam and Berlin. What forms is a signature built on hypnotic rhythms, dark immersive atmospheres and trippy, mind-bending detail.

Growing up during Greece’s financial crisis left him with a deep awareness of inequality and uncertainty. These experiences still shape his outlook and his creativity. As a founding member of the Kinitra collective, he organises fundraising events and supports initiatives that use music as a catalyst for community action.

In Amsterdam he found the space to refine his identity as an artist. His debut on Xelima marked the beginning of his rise and this year his EP “Reborn” arrived on Scordisci Records, both on vinyl and digital formats. His productions have travelled far, reaching dancefloors such as Saule, Fuse, TillaTec, Radion and FOLD, and gaining support from artists including Richie Hawtin and AgainstMe.

His DJ sets reach for emotional depth and immersive storytelling, guiding the room toward a deeper state of consciousness. This mix captures that intention and the years that led him to it.

“For those who hear the message in the music.”

The set was recorded in Melkweg Amsterdam for Techno Tuesday.

SCORDISCI PODCAST 006 | MOTIVO

𝔏𝔬𝔫𝔡𝔬𝔫-𝔟𝔞𝔰𝔢𝔡 𝔈𝔩𝔢𝔠𝔱𝔯𝔬𝔫𝔦𝔠 𝔐𝔲𝔰𝔦𝔠 𝔩𝔞𝔟𝔢𝔩 𝔞𝔫𝔡 𝔢𝔳𝔢𝔫𝔱 𝔰𝔢𝔯𝔦𝔢𝔰

For those who hear the message in the music.

Scordisci, a London-based Electronic Music label and event series, is dedicated to providing a diverse platform for both traditional techno and more avant-garde electronic compositions, including electro-acoustic pieces from classical music. Our focus lies on EP concepts and a commitment to honest, innovative music. We believe in artists with a clear vision and a desire to evoke genuine emotion, free from clichés. At Scordisci, there are no artificial barriers to the styles we embrace.

Beyond traditional club events, Scordisci seeks to champion experimental expressions within the electronic music realm. Our vision is to bridge the gap between segregated forms of electronic music, emphasising that all music, regardless of genre, is ultimately just that: music.

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Irish Techno DJ/Producer/Classical musician based in London.

Paul Fitzgibbon, a musician from Co. Kerry, Ireland, earned his Bachelor of Music under the tutelage of Yuri Zhislin and went on to do his Master of Music at the Royal College of Music in London, where he was a Leopold de Rothschild scholar. During his undergraduate studies, he was honoured with The Kathleen Trust bursary and the Henry Wood Scholarship.

Paul's musical journey began with his father at the piano at age two, before he took up the violin at six and eventually discovered his true passion for the viola. His early accomplishments include achieving a Grade 8 Distinction in violin by age thirteen and earning a Distinction in his viola performance diploma at sixteen. He has performed extensively across Europe and the USA, including a concert tour as a soloist with the New York Concerti Sinfonietta, with one of the performances taking place at Carnegie Hall. He has also performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra and has had the honour of working alongside world-renowned conductors such as Vasily Petrenko and Antonio Pappano.

In 2023, Paul was a finalist in the Irish Heritage Bursary and performed at the prestigious final held at Wigmore Hall. That same year, he began serving as a committee member of Irish Heritage, a UK-based charity supporting emerging Irish musicians, a role he held through 2025.

Alongside his classical career, Paul is an active electronic music producer and DJ. His work has been released on several respected techno labels including RI7MO, Duplicity, Prtl Wrx, and Beluga Tracks, with many more releases forthcoming. In 2024, he founded the label Scordisci, where he remains a key member. The label’s releases have received support from top electronic artists across the globe. His own productions have been supported by names such as DVS1, Richie Hawtin, Mathys Lenne, Slam, Phil Berg, and Lobster, and have been played in iconic venues including Berghain in Berlin and Bassiani in Tbilisi. He has hosted radio shows for platforms such as Rinse FM, and his DJ career has taken him to renowned clubs including Corsica Studios in London and international events such as the Tohhnzimmer x Pan Hannover collaboration party in Hamburg, Germany.

In 2020, Paul founded the Young Musicians Guild, a non-profit organisation with the primary goal of supporting young musicians in their transition to becoming fully self-sufficient professional artists. YMG operates as a free membership-based platform, providing resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help musicians develop their musical, performance, and professional skills. It is both a community and a collaborative space that fosters artistic growth and lasting connections.