There are at least 2 artists on this page known as Motives. 1. A North American melodic hardcore band from Ohio. 2. 1.Motives is based out of the Cleveland, OH area. The band aims to portray uplifting messages in their songs which include powerful, driving riffs, alluring melodies, and passionate vocals. Formed in early 2012, the band is currently writing for their first EP release and has released one demo song in February 2012. 2.