→ Leylines
A browser-based playful synth. Place invisible stones in the flow to trigger tones and pulses that feel alive.
Generative music, systems, and sound design
Human Sounds
with Non-Human Systems
Human Motives explores how generative systems, modular synthesis, and chance operations create sounds that still feel deeply human. I release music, experiments and collaborations.
Projects
A selection of current and ongoing work and releases.
→ Tidrae
Ambient pieces built from modular sketches and coastal field recordings that blur tides, memory, and resonance.
→ Glyph Sequencer
A fun little step sequencer where simple glyphs define pitch, rhythm and modulation.
→ Nory Kimijima Collaboration
Slow-evolving ambient pieces combining physical modeling textures with melodic fragments.
Notes & Articles
Writing, thoughts, and behind-the-scenes process from my Substack.
About Me
Human Motives is the artist name of Chris van der Linden, designer, creative and musician from the Netherlands. An ongoing practice in modular synthesis, generative composition, coding and design.
The focus is on clarity, repetition, and slow change. Some projects become full releases, others live as sketches, Substack articles, or online experiments that invite you to listen and play differently.
Music & Streaming
Releases live on Bandcamp, streaming platforms, and occasionally as small physical editions.