motifs is a Singaporean shoegaze/dream-pop band crafting songs that shimmer, sigh, and pull you under. Since their debut, they've earned acclaim from music publications like NME Asia and Bandwagon for their emotional depth and atmospheric sound. motifs weaves glistening guitars, raw lyricism, and wide-open sonics into music that feels both cinematic and intimately personal. With festival appearances, regional tours, and opening for UK band Slowdive under its belt, motifs continues to carve out a place in the Southeast Asian indie landscape. Their sound is familiar yet fresh—a quiet roar that lingers long after the final note.

The 24th edition of Baybeats, presented by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, took place from 30 Oct – 2 Nov 2025. This year's festival was four days, instead of its usual three, and featured five stages, with the return of our Livewire Stage at the Forecourt Garden.

Each year, Baybeats works hard to bring together a diverse mix of alternative artists, from Singapore and around the world. Baybeats hopes to create a space where emerging and established artists share the same stages, where boundaries fade, and where a passion for music and shared moments are what truly matter.

As Singapore’s largest free alternative music festival, the success of Baybeats is built upon years of strong support from our independent music scene, from musicians and fans who have grown with the festival (and now bring their families along), to our Baybeats Budding Bands and first-time festival-goers. Baybeats thrives because of everyone’s unwavering support and belief in alternative music.