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feature - ibiza report 2016
Welcome to the magical, wild, enchanting paradise that is Ibiza! The famous island that never sleeps. We are going to follow the french DJ producer Chris Gekä who just signed his new EP to the label of the legendary Robbie Rivera. Come with us on this trip while we report on the hectic days and wild nights. A rich schedule which takes us to the most mythical club on the island, 'Pacha', the boat party 'Ibiza World Club Tour', and the International Music Summit (IMS) which was on for three days at the 'Hard Rock Hotel'. You will soon get an idea of the action packed nights and days of Ibiza...
Tuesday 24 May, 18.30hrs
We land on the tarmac of Ibiza airport and head to 'Hotel El Pacha' to pick up our press passes and then hit the 'Mosaic' party with Maceo Plex. Tomorrow we join Martin Solveig's show 'We Are House'. On the way to the hotel we noticed, with excitement, the 4x3 meter billboard advertisement signs. http://www.elhotelpacha.com
Coco Beach, 21:00hrs
Time to eat at this well known restaurant. This is the ideal place to spend this first evening and to recharge the batteries for the long two nights that await us. This open air gem of a place is an oasis of tranquility, situated at the end of the 'Playa D’En Bossa' beach, we loved the exceptional decor and zen ambience.
The exterior bar and terrace allows you to sip your cocktail or the very best champagne, while taking in the magnificent sunset and spectacular sea views. You can experience cooking of real quality, tasty and authentic dishes, rich in flavour to satisfy even the most difficult of customers. The magic of the place allows you to also enjoy the beach parties of Chill-Out & Deep House and you can find the DJ Tom Novy or Danielle Diaz who just mixed the triple compilation 'CocoBeach Vol.5', released on 'Kontor Recordings'. A luxurious hot spot of tranquility and sensual pleasure, the place. to be! http://www.cocobeachibiza.com
23:00hrs
We took a short walk around the medieval fortress of 'Dalt Villa', 70,000 meters above sea level. On the summit we could see the huge stage of the IMS concert on which will host the Pet Shop Boys, Carl Cox, Nicole Moudaber, Pete Tong, Dubfire, Erick Morillo and many others!
Pacha was opened in 1973, situated in the centre of the town of Ibiza and also close to the marina. It’s an institution with House music lovers and is the only club on the island which doesn't close for winter. It is without doubt the jewel in the crown of electronic music with a capacity of 3,000 and an incredible sound system. Each year the artistic directors work relentlessly to provide a schedule of the most celebrated DJ's.
This season's highlight is the arrival of the American owner of 'Ellum Records', Maceo Plex who will take the Tuesday residency with his 'Mozaic' party. Three other french DJ's including Martin Solveig is back with his 'My House' on Wednesday and his line-up includes: Blonde, Clean Bandit, Dillon Francis, Diplo, Shadow Child, Tchami, The Avener, and The Magician. David Guetta plays on Fridays with his 'F*** Me I'm Famous' brand. Bob Sinclar on Saturdays with 'Paris By Night' offering a line-up including; Todd Terry, 2manydj's, David Morales, Armand Van Helden, Basement Jaxx, Roger Sanchez, Mark Knight, Kenny Dope, Louis Vega, and DJ Sneak.
On sundays the Croatian will be there 'Solomun+1' presenting a more underground line-up with Dubfire, Pete Tong, Guy Gerber, Anna, Richie Hawtin, Ame, and Sven Vath. http://www.pacha.com
Wednesday, 02:00hrs
We could already hear the heavy bass beat of the Italian trio 'Agents of Time' as we headed for the VIP entrance in Pacha.
The 'Main Room' had a line-up of Maceo Plex, Agents Of Time, and Red Axes, while The 'Prism Room' offered American sets from Matrixx Man and the Netherlands 'Composte', who will soon release his new EP 'Narrative Collapse' on Transcendant Records.
Pacha has succeeded in the gamble of providing this summer a more underground program than in previous years. 3,000 clubbers will unleash themselves on the Maceo Plex set which passes from dark sounds to lighter more vocal music, always melodious and full of groove for everyone's enjoyment. His amazing set is sure to get the crowd excited.
Many professionals have arrived for IMS conference (uniting everyone from the electronic music scene, international DJ's, record label managers, promoters, anyone and everyone, expecting to discover this new underground side to Pacha.
You have until October 4th to discover 'MOZAIC BY MACEO' at Pacha!
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