We've been on the big tease for weeks with the line that season 2016 is nearly upon us, but this week it's almost over because in a matter of seven days we'll finally have chucked ourselves into the pits of hedonistic pleasure. The last trickle of full line-up announcements are the ones to watch at the moment, so here's our latest drilling with some of Ibiza's favourite DJs, both old and new. Let the marathon commence.
ONYX full line-up
ONYX is wrapped up and ready to drop an onslaught of techno bombs now that the last load of names have been chucked in to complete the line-up. Its debut season is looking fierce down to it boasting a number of Ibiza exclusives and an influx of techno heavyweights not often seen on the island. Special highlights include Dave Clarke, Surgeon and Lady Starlight live, Rebekah, Benjamin Damage live, Karenn, Answer Code Request, Blawan b2b with Dasha Rush, Ben Sims, Slam b2b with Gary Beck, Perc live and Borderland. Join Mikaela's ONYX squad every Monday at Space from 27th June to 12th September.
IMS reveals more 2016 news
The International Music Summit gave us more juice with the announcement that Space owner and Ibiza icon, Pepe Roselló, has been named as 2016's ‘Legends' award winner – a tribute to his services to clubbing and the 27-year legacy of Space. This year, the award ceremony will be held on Space's legendary terrace on Wednesday 25th May, giving guests one last chance to enjoy the spirit of Space. The second news flash comes from Dubfire, who's announced that he's bringing his critically-acclaimed dubfire:liveHYBRID show exclusively to Ibiza during this year's IMS. Uniting 2D and 3D animation alongside live audio, it's a project that's rightfully earned its kudos across the continents, making it a must-see. Catch the showdown at the IMS closing party at Dalt Vila on Friday 27th May.
I AM A RICHBITCH at Privilege
I AM A RICHBITCH is another new addition to Privilege's summer roster and is the latest in a line of urban parties shaking up Ibiza's electronica foundations in 2016. From Friday 10th June for a total of 12 weeks, the world-wide brand will be taking a dive into a melting pot of hip hop, R&B, reggaeton, trap and moombahton for a night of sexy rhythm shaking. The party is the brainchild of Italian urban-pop sensation, Ale Zuber, who'll be at the helm everyweek alongside electro house crooner, Jay Santos. Special guests still to be announced.
Wax Da Jam full line-up
Oozing summer festival vibes, Wax Da Jam is a firm favourite on the island because it offers an alternative night out compared to Ibiza's more traditional clubbing experiences. Las Dalias in San Carlos will host four Wax Da Jam sessions, with DJ E.A.S.E, Nightmares on Wax, Andy Wilson and Jon Sa Trinxa on rotation, and other guest artists including Andrew Ashong, Negghead, Shlomo, Simon Dunmore, Guts, Daddy G, Kaytronik and Shovell the Drum Warrior. Check out Wax Da Jam on Thursday 2nd June, 14th July, 11th August and 8th September.
Ibiza Rocks full line-up
Ibiza Rocks dished up more names for its 2016 summer schedule. Artists and acts added to its roster are Lethal Bizzle, Dizzee Rascal, All Saints, Skrillex and Wolf Alice. Every Wednesday from 15th June to 14th September.
Luciano & Friends at Destino
Luciano & Friends is back under the clamshell-roofed booth of Destino this summer, with the party chief's hot-blooded house and techno rhythms locked in for dates in July, August and October. The Swiss-Chilean, Cadenza label boss is sticking to the winning formula for a third consecutive year, with his intimate concept of bringing a host of personally invited guests to the plush open-air venue atop Talamanca's cliffs. Catch Luciano and his gang on Thursday 21st July, 4th August, 18th August and 7th October.
Amnesia's opening party date and line-up
After previously announcing Amnesia's opening party as taking an earlier calendar position on 14th May, the date has been moved back to Saturday 28th May. Gathering a techno and house heavy pack, names on the roster include tech house trio, Apollonia; garage house duo, Amine Edge & Dance; the enigmatic Claptone; Malaga maestro, Cuartero; dynamite trio, Disciples; techno veteran, Fritz Kalkbrenner; bass house producer, Hannah Wants; the illustrious Ilario Alicante; electronica connoisseur, Mar-T, and lucrative house producer, Luca Donzelli. Residents Caal, Les Schmitz and Melanie Ribbe will also be at the helm.
F*** Me I'm Famous line-up
French DJ superstar, David Guetta, revealed the long line of guests joining him at Pacha for his famous residency. Included on the bill is JP Candela, Glowinthedark, Lost Frequencies, The Avener, Feder, Michael Calfan, Sam Feldt, Bakermat, Cedric Gervais and many more, as well as Robin Schulz, who'll be stepping in to head the charge in Guetta's absence for four dates during September, as well as appearing multiple times throughout the season. Every Thursday from 2nd June to 6th October.
Insane special guests announced
One of Pacha's biggest underground parties, Insane, has pulled in four big house and techno names for weekly takeovers in 2016, and its special guests have been identified. Luciano's Vagabundos squad has already been made public knowledge, with his opening on 20th May bringing in Cesar Merveille, Mirko Loko and Valentino Kanzyani, and other names across the season including Octave One (live), Alfonso León, Josh Wink, Martin Buttrich, Mathias Kaden, Michael Cleis, Ryan Crosson and Tobi Neumann. New reveals begin with MK presents Area 10, with Pete Tong, Camelphat, Becky Hill, Groove Armada, Riva Starr, Claptone, Ben Pearce,Waze & Odyssey, Hannah Wants and Second City all confirmed. Following MK's Insane opening is Nic Fanciulli with We Are The Night on 3rd June. Supporting Fanciulli will be Sasha, Hot Since 82, Bicep, Matthew Dear, &ME, Guy Gerber, Joris Voorn andKölsch. Last to set up camp as a resident is Brit sensation, Hot Since 82, who'll be showcasing his renowned imprint Knee Deep in Sound. He's gathered the likes of Booka Shade, Santé B2B Sidney Charles, Dennis Ferrer, Guti (live), Christoph, Miss Kittin, Nick Curly and Angel Linde. Every Friday from 20th May to 7th October.
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Audiojack announce second season at Veto
Audiojack arrived last year on a mission to go against the grain by hosting a free weekly residency at Veto with top-quality underground dance tunes. Sunday Social at Veto Club marked its return for round two on Sunday 15th May and on the bill is a small group of resident DJs including Lorcan, Nelson Moirera, Alex Smith and Carlo Gambino, as well as unannounced special guests who'll be revealed throughout the season (last year the likes of Ben Russell, Burnski, Dave James, Eddie Leader, Funk D'Void, Justin Harris, Kevin Knapp, Lee Webster, Mar T, Marc Romboy, Mundros, Russ Yallop and Tuccillo all appeared). Free entry and wallet-friendly priced drinks.
My House full line-up
Martin Solveig's house bash has rallied together a troop of internationally-renowned names as part of his summer schedule. Stars signed up for the Wednesday night fiesta include Diplo, Secondcity (live) Blonde, Boyz Noise, The Magician, Tinie Tempah, Marvin Humes, Don Diablo, Tchami, Michael Calfan and many more, and taking control of the Funky Room for the duration of the season will be Angel Linde and Graham Sahara. There'll also be several label takeovers throughout summer courtesy of Spinnin' Records, Spinnin' Deep and Ed Banger. Every Wednesday from 25th May right through until 5th October.
tINI and the gang at Lips and Ibiza Underground
Seasoned selector, tINI, will gather the troops once again across five exclusive Tuesdays. We'll be hanging out with tINI and the gang on Playa d'en Bossa's beachfront at Lips Reartes, and after the sun's taken a dip beyond the horizon, we'll be partying on at Ibiza Underground. tINI's pack this year includes Alex Kid, Bella Sarris, Bill Patrick, Franco Cinelli, Funk E, Julian Perez, Oskar Offermann and Yaya, with many more on the bill. Catch the crew on 21st June, 26th July, 30th August and 6th and 13th September.
You can find the biggest news from last week here and our party calendar for the season here.
