Pyramid Ibiza builds on an already monumental summer with world-class lineups throughout September
Pyramid Ibiza builds on an already monumental summer with world-class lineups throughout September
The likes of Ricardo Villalobos b2b Raresh, Sonja Moonear, Reinier Zonneveld Live, Floating Points b2b Palms Trax, Honey Dijon, Amelie Lens, Deborah De Luca, Green Velvet, SNTS and Charlie Sparks are still to come
On Sunday, 7th September, Pyramid reaffirmed why it is an undeniable Sunday institution in Ibiza with Cerrot, Chris Liebing b2b Marco Faraone and an extended masterclass from Nina Kraviz all setting Amnesia ablaze. The night captured everything Pyramid stands for: uncompromising underground music, electrifying energy and a dance floor that is home for serious party people. But this was just the beginning, with three more heavyweight Sundays to come this month.
Now in its eighth season, Pyramid is not just a party, it's become a bold cultural statement that celebrates diversity, artistry and underground values in a way that throws it back to the raw, authentic roots of the scene. With its dual-room concept, Pyramid delivers it all from sunrise epiphanies on the Terrace under the glass roof to baling techno storms in the Main Room.
This season, Pyramid’s booking policy has once again made headlines and has, according to a recent Clubbing.tv study, booked the highest representation of women and non-binary artists across Ibiza’s major residencies in 2025, and that continues into September following several breakthrough performances from the likes of Cristina Lazic, U.R.Trax, Clara Cuvé, KI/KI, and Anika Kunst.
Like every week across this high-standard summer, September brings together pioneers, icons and future stars who continue to reshape the scene in real time. Next up on Sunday 14th, the Terrace welcomes a pair of minimal legends with Ricardo Villalobos b2b Raresh, tasteful selections from the cult Sonja Moonear and fresh house from next-gen UK talent Rossi. and avant-garde grooves from O.Bee & Tomas Station. Meanwhile, the Main Room in association with Galactica offers up slick tech from Andres Campo, Mattia Trani, Filth on Acid boss Reinier Zonneveld (live) and Shlømo unleash the raw power of peak-time techno.
Sunday 21th sees The Terrace lit up by Ceri’s emotive soundscapes, while UK favourites Floating Points and Palms Trax go b2b in a dreamlike union of crate-digging brilliance, and the inimitable Honey Dijon brings fire, heart and soul direct from Chicago to the dance floor. In the Main Room, three of techno’s most powerful women - Amelie Lens, Deborah De Luca and Katnada - join Regal for a lineup of real intensity that covers it all from dark to deep to melodic.
Sunday 28th closes out the month in style as the Terrace sees Peruvian breakout star Cala, Windy City originator Green Velvet and Amnesia mainstay Marco Faraone offer a groove-led masterclass that will span house and techno eras, while the Main Room hosts 999999999, Charlie Sparks, Parfait and SNTS all sit right at the vanguard of hard and promise an onslaught of cutting-edge, industrial strength techno that will push famously high-spec sound system to its limits.
Although summer rolls towards its conclusion, Pyramid Ibiza remains a red-hot destination for those seeking musical truth.
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Europe Calling: ESNS Announces First Wave Of 40 Artists For 40th Edition
Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS), Europe’s leading music showcase festival and conference, proudly announces the first wave of 40 European artists for its landmark 40th anniversary edition, taking place 14 - 17 January 2026 in Groningen, the Netherlands. Of these, 36 acts are nominated by 32 EBU member radio stations, with Romania joining for the first time through new member Radio România Cultural. The selection represents 34 European countries in total, underscoring the unique diversity and reach of ESNS.
Europe Calling
In recent years, ESNS has highlighted individual countries as a focus, but with today’s geopolitical pressures the call for European unity has never been stronger. With its new Europe Calling manifesto, the focus shifts to a shared cultural movement. Under this theme, ESNS 2026 presents a fresh mix of Europe’s most exciting emerging artists. The first 40 confirmed artists reflect Europe’s diversity, covering a wide range of genres, languages and cultural roots, from the Arctic North to the Mediterranean and from Central Europe to the vibrant sounds of Eastern Europe. The line-up reflects the full scope of Europe’s thriving music scene.
40 artists for 40th edition
This first announcement includes standout names such as Léonie Pernet (fr, FIP Radio France), Elín Hall (is, RUV RAS2), MOIO (ie, RTE 2FM), Coca Puma (it, RAI Radio 2), Katarsis (lt, LRT Opus), Lenny Monsou and Hiqpy (nl, NPO 3FM), FIDJU KITXORA (pt, Antena 3), BIJI (se, SR P3), Nadia Kadek (gb-eng, BBC Introducing), snuggle (dk, DR P6 Beat) and Valeria Stoica (ro/md, Radio România Cultural). From groundbreaking newcomers to buzzworthy live acts making waves at home, these artists set the tone for an exciting 40th anniversary edition of ESNS. The complete list of the first 40 artists can be found further on in this press release.
40 years of ESNS: a launchpad for European talent
For four decades, ESNS has been the launchpad for Europe’s most promising artists, from Altin Gün, Dua Lipa and Fontaines D.C. to Kingfishr, Sigrid and Zaho de Sagazan. This year, the festival honours that legacy while looking into the future and creating a stage where the next generation of European talent can break through to the world.
Anna van Nunen, Managing Director of ESNS, emphasises that the 40th anniversary edition is as much about the future as it is about the past. “Celebrating forty years is not just about looking back, but about strengthening our mission for the next decades: connecting European artists with audiences and industry professionals across borders. Europe Calling symbolises a shared heartbeat, music as a unifying force in a rapidly changing world.”
Robert Meijerink, Head of Programme and Booker at ESNS, underlines the diversity of this first announcement. “These 40 artists show the incredible creativity coming from all over Europe, from intimate songwriting to cutting-edge electronics and powerful live bands. They capture the energy and innovation that make ESNS a unique meeting place for music lovers and industry professionals.”
Save the date
Join us in Groningen this January 2026 as we celebrate 40 years of groundbreaking European music and shape the next chapter together during the ESNS music showcase festival and conference. Ticket sales for ESNS26 start on September 25, so mark your calendars! Get your ESNS26 Delegate Pass now. The current prizes for Delegate Passes will raise from September 25.
The first 40 Artists for ESNS 2026:
Sodl (at, ORF FM4), Madhouse Express (cz, CR Radio Wave), Jazzbois (hu, NORADIOSTATION), Omasta (pl, NORADIOSTATION),
Ise (be, VRT Studio Brussel), Muryel (de, ARD), MOIO (ie, RTE 2FM), FIDJU KITXORA (pt, Antena 3),
Kaat Van Stralen (be, VRT Studio Brussel), Abor & Tynna (de, ARD), Elín Hall (is, RUV RAS2), Valeria Stoica (ro/md, Radio România Cultural),
Benni (be, RTBF TIPIK), snuggle (dk, DR P6 Beat), Coca Puma (it, RAI Radio 2), Turbo Trans Turisti (rs, RTS Radio Belgrade One),
Me and My Devil (bg, BNR), mariin k. (ee, ERR Radio 2), Katarsis (lt, LRT Opus), BIJI (se, SR P3),
Linda Elys (ch, SRF3), Llum (es, iCat), DasRADIAL (lu, LUERSL 100.7), Nejc Pipp & Co. (si, RTVSLO Val202),
Yoa (ch, COULEUR 3), Maustetytöt (fi, YLE X), ZeMe (lv, LATVIJAS RADIO 5), Tolstoys (sk/de, Radio_FM),
Mortòri (ch, RSI Rete3), Léonie Pernet (fr, FIP Radio France), enny Monsou (nl, NPO 3FM), Carpetman (ua, NORADIOSTATION),
Mattiu (ch, RTR), Xcellence (gr, ERT Kosmos), Hiqpy (nl, NPO 3FM), Nadia Kadek (uk england, BBC Introducing),
Della (cy, NORADIOSTATION), Ki Klop (hr, HRT HR1), the clumps (no, NRK P3), Becky Sikasa (uk scotland, BBC Introducing),
About ESNS
ESNS is Europe’s leading platform showcasing emerging European music talent. Every January, Groningen (NL) hosts the ESNS festival and conference, connecting fresh artists with fans and industry professionals.
Year-round, ESNS supports new talent through initiatives like the European Talent Exchange and presents major awards including the Music Moves Europe Awards, the European Festival Awards, and the Dutch Popprijs. It partners with key projects and alliances such as Yourope, EBU and Green Deal Circular Festivals to foster a diverse, sustainable music scene.
Since 1986, ESNS has helped launch careers of artists like AURORA, Stromae, Christine and the Queens, Fontaines D.C., Sigrid, Altin Gün, The Haunted Youth, The XX, Robyn, Tramhaus, Sam Smith, Hozier, Zaho de Sagazan, Fat Dog, Judeline, Luvcat, Boko Yout, Antony Szmierek, Kingfishr, Sylvie Kreusch and Arp Frique & The Perpetual Singers.
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Beatport – The World's Largest Music Store for DJs - In partnership with Warner Music Group Announces Global Remix Challenge for Madonna's Iconic "Ray of Light"
Producers worldwide are invited to reimagine one of pop music's most groundbreaking electronic records, originally produced by Madonna and William Orbit.
The grand prize, worth over $12,000, includes cutting-edge production hardware, premium software, and a signed vinyl from Madonna herself.
(WORLDWIDE, AUGUST 2025) – Beatport, Warner Music Group, and music legend Madonna have launched the Ray of Light Global Remix Challenge. From August 28 to September 25, 2025, producers can remix Madonna's 1998 hit using official stems from Madonna and William Orbit and upload their version to Beatport’s Label Radar platform. The winner will be announced on October 15 on Beatportal, Beatport’s editorial destination for global DJ culture.
The contest coincides with the release of Veronica Electronica, a long-awaited companion to Ray of Light featuring newly edited club remixes by William Orbit, Peter Rauhofer, Sasha, BT, and Victor Calderone. Originally planned in 1998, the project was shelved due to the album's runaway success, which earned Madonna four GRAMMY® Awards, including “Best Dance Recording” for “Ray Of Light” and sold over 16 million copies worldwide.
Ray of Light marked a radical sonic shift for Madonna away from pure pop toward an electronic, ambient-infused sound. Central to that transformation was British producer and composer William Orbit.
“My appreciation for the art of remixing has been passionate since I started making music. The ability to propel boundaries and do the unexpected is something I can relate to as an artist. I look forward to hearing everyone’s interpretation - don’t hold back” - Madonna
"Today marks the launch of an exhilarating new chapter in our Global Remix Challenge," said Emilie Birks, VP of Marketing at The Beatport Group. "Madonna's 'Ray of Light' is a seminal masterpiece, and this initiative unites an icon with a worldwide community of producers ready to redefine the track's legacy."
How to Enter:
- Download the official stems from Ray of Light via Beatportal.
- Redeem a free Excite Audio Bloom Drum Machine Lite plugin (value $29) using code rayoflight at checkout.
- Submit remixes through LabelRadar.
Key Dates:
- Launch: August 28, 2025
- Deadline: September 25, 2025
- Winner Announced: October 15, 2025, on Beatportal
Grand Prize: worth $12,000 +
- Signed Ray of Light vinyl from Madonna
- iLoud Micro Monitor Pro by IK Multimedia
- Minimal Audio 'Everything Minimal' Bundle
- Pure Tube microphone by Lewitt
- DT 1990 PRO MKII Headphones by Beyerdynamic
- SonicBundle by UVI
- And more
About the Global Remix Challenge: Beatport's Global Remix Challenge invites producers to reimagine iconic tracks from world-class artists. Past editions have featured Tiësto, The Blessed Madonna featuring Kylie Minogue, and more. Previous winners, like Sparkee (whose remix of Tiësto's "The Business" has over 3.8M Spotify streams), have used the challenge as a career springboard.
About LabelRadar: An award-winning platform that connects artists directly with labels, allowing them to submit demos, collaborate globally, and work with official stems from top-tier artists.
About Madonna: Madonna is the most influential and successful female artist in music history, with a career spanning over four decades. A cultural trailblazer, she has continually pushed boundaries through her artistry, songwriting, reinventions, and fearless self-expression. Since the release of her self-titled debut album in 1983, Madonna has sold over 400 million records worldwide, landing her as the best-selling female recording artist of all time in the Guinness Book of World Records. Her cutting-edge music videos, and unmatched live performances have set the standard, shaped pop culture for generations and remains one of the highest-grossing solo touring acts in history. Throughout her career Madonna has been lauded as a visionary earning seven Grammy Awards, two Golden Globes, as well as a place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame among countless other honors.
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ADE Pro confirms Tomorrowland Brasil, ANOTR & No Art, Nicole Moudaber, and more
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) has announced the next wave of speakers for in-depth discussions and masterclasses during its 2025 ADE Pro Conference. The lineup brings together festival directors, artists, collectives, and curators who are shaping the future of electronic music around the world. These new additions follow previously announced world-class artists such as Chris Liebing, Luke Slater, Eris Drew, Modeselektor, Vintage Culture, and Skepta, alongside businesses including Google DeepMind, SoundCloud, COLORSxSTUDIOS and more.
Global festivals take centre stage with Mario Sergio Albuquerque Filho, Festival Director of Tomorrowland Brasil sharing insights on the festival’s overseas expansion and its success in Brazil. DJ duo ANOTR joins ADE Pro with the team behind No Art and SONA Worldwide, reflecting on how small Amsterdam parties grew into an international lifestyle brand and large-scale productions with collectives such as Circoloco and Keinemusik. In another ADE Pro session, Keinemusik’s CEO Daniel Rérat highlights how the Berlin collective has grown into one of electronic music’s most distinctive global brands.
Artistic Trailblazers
The new additions also include Nicole Moudaber. The Lebanese-British DJ, producer, and label founder explores the rise of the MENA region, bringing the perspective of an artist who has helped build club culture in Beirut. Placebo’s Stefan Olsdal appears with Spanish producer Digital 21 to explore the creative possibilities where band culture and electronic production meet. Scuba brings the perspective of an artist and label head, continually pushing bass and techno forward through Hotflush Recordings.
Furthermore, Amsterdam-based DJ and curator Coco Maria joins Bandcamp’s Essential Insider Knowledge session to share insights on music monetisation. Kompakt co-founder Michael Mayer reflects on more than four decades of shaping electronic music through DJing, production, and curation.
Moreover, ADE Pro continues its acclaimed Meet the Pros sessions, connecting attendees with managers, agents, promoters, and event organisers from across the world. Representatives from WME, MAC Artists, DECIBL, Coral Agency, Lab 54, Club Guest House, IME Link, Intercell, Wonder Manage, and Entourage are among those confirmed.
ADE Pro Pass
The ADE Pro Pass grants full access to the entire ADE Conference program, business hubs, networking events, the ADE Festival program, and year-round use of ADE’s networking platform and database. Passes are currently available at a discounted rate for one more week: https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/ade-pro/
ADE is organised by the Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to nurturing electronic music, its culture and its industry worldwide. The organisation devotes itself to stimulating development, innovation and talent, gathering the global industry and laying a foundation for future generations.
About ADE
The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), an initiative of Buma, has grown into the world’s largest and most influential club-based festival and conference for electronic music. The event continues to grow and develop each year, featuring over 3,000 artists and 600 speakers in almost 200 venues. The five-day event attracts visitors from over 150 countries and features every conceivable aspect of electronic music culture, with dedicated conference programming, an extensive Arts & Culture programme, live music and DJ/artist performances, all spread across the city of Amsterdam. More information about ADE can be found here.
ADE – Electronic Music Gathers Here
The Amsterdam Dance Event is organised by The Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation. Founding partner: Buma
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Amnesia Ibiza's Flagship Party Pyramid Continues To Platform New Artists And Champion Fresh Sounds This Summer
As the Ibiza season reaches its peak, Pyramid at Amnesia continues to stand out from the crowd with forward-thinking, diverse line-ups that you cannot get anywhere else on the island. They include vital new talents next to a cultured mix of club debutants and electronic legends for a truly underground celebration.
Now in its 8th season, Pyramid Ibiza continues to redefine Sunday nights at Amnesia with its distinctive dual-room concept. Each week, the Terrace throngs with hypnotic house, minimal tech and melodic techno, and the Main Room reverberates with the darkest, most powerful techno. Each party combines a visionary stage design with an uncompromising musical ethos, which is why Pyramid is such a sanctuary for discerning music lovers seeking an authentic clubbing experience on the White Isle.
Pyramid’s commitment to amplifying fresh musical voices has been undeniable again this year. Breakthroughs like techno innovators U.R.Trax and Anika Kunst, the slick minimal house, breaks and tech of Chris Stussy and Josh Baker, and the high-energy pop-club of Bubble Love (Ross From Friends) have left their mark. There’s also been melodic house from Monile, and the hypnotic grooves of Juaan and Palms Trax all contributing to Pyramid’s reputation as a breeding ground for next-gen talent.
“We’re not here to follow trends. They come and go, but what really matters to us is creating nights for the clubbers, starting with the music and the vibe.”
The innovation continues on August 10th when Birmingham’s house and minimal trailblazer, Alexandria, joins Marsolo for a B2B set on the Terrace. Summer 2025 has also welcomed an impressive wave of new-to-Pyramid stars, including the high-impact hard sounds of Azyr, Ben Sterling’s big-room house fusions, the intricate and atmospheric productions of Estella Boersma, genre-hopping from NTS favourite Tia Cousins, Volkan Akin’s explosive live show and KI/KI’s trance-laced house and techno with hints of nostalgia and an experimental edge.
Still to come, Belgium’s Milo Spykers takes over the Main Room on August 24th with his high-octane mix of techno, bounce and trance, while on September 28th, French star Parfait and UK sensation and ELEKTRA boss Charlie Sparks both bring their hard-hitting blend of hard sounds, trance and techno to the Pyramid faithful.
Pyramid also continues to lead the way in championing female talent. This season’s line-ups have proudly featured some of the most vital women in electronic music, including Nina Kraviz, Deborah De Luca, Alexxandra, Juliet Fox, Lilly Palmer, Adiel, Amelie Lens, Sonja Moonear, Cera Khin, and Alexandria.
Their presence, as well as the constant injection of new artists and new sounds each week, underscore Pyramid’s unique position as a party committed to diversity, inclusion and pushing the Ibizan underground forward each and every week.
Check out the full line-up and get your tickets now on Amnesia’s official website.
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Bicep Return To The Amnesia Terrace For Pyramid Ibiza
The Pyramid Ibiza season is already off to a flying start, combining iconic international artists with new rising talents from the electronic scene all under one roof. July promises to be even better with the return of Bicep to the Amnesia Terrace.
Hot on the heels of their highly acclaimed CHROMA project release ’010 BRILLO’, Bicep will take to the decks in the legendary Amnesia Terrace for a highly anticipated set on 6th July. The Terrace will be dressed up to welcome a duo that takes electronic music to the next level. Bicep, formed by Andrew Ferguson and Matthew McBriar, has been recognised for their ability to create emotive and energetic dance music. In both their live shows and DJ sets, they are able to concentrate energy like few others, molding it to their liking and filtering it through a perfectly crafted sound. Expect futuristic euphoria rooted in underground techno with a sprinkling of breakbeat, melodic vocals and house.
In addition to Bicep's performance, Pyramid will continue to push musical boundaries. Joining Bicep on The Terrace will be Palms Trax, Ross From Friends presents Bubble Love and Tia Cousins, a passionate collector of mid-range sounds, experimental genres, and both vintage and contemporary musical niches.
The most intense side of Pyramid, the Main Room, will also present another quality line up of the darkest and most powerful sounds, where techno and hard techno push the experience to its limits. Pioneering techno artist Richie Hawtin also makes a welcome return to the club, where he has a long history of legendary sets creating memories that have tattooed an infinite smile on his face. For that and much more, this performance by Richie Hawtin is one of those you can't miss... although it won't be the only one that this genius will perform at Pyramid.
Nina Kraviz's set is also unmissable. Attending one of her sets is an unknown; you never know where she's going to come out or what sonic path she's going to embark on and her presence and energy on stage is highly hypnotic. Dutch DJ and producer Estella Boersma, and Katnada with her deeply cathartic rhythms, sophisticated drum beats, acidic bass lines, and hypnotic sound motifs also join this quality line up.
Pyramid Ibiza has established itself as the best underground Sunday party on the island. A duality of styles has defined its essence from the very beginning, showcasing techno and house in all their forms. Two rooms, two atmospheres — black and white, light and shadow — converge every Sunday to offer a unique experience for clubbers from around the globe. Eighteen dates filled with energy, musical diversity, and an artistic selection that combines legendary icons with new rising talents from the electronic scene.
Sunday 6th July
Terrace
Bicep DJ set
Palms Trax
Ross from Friends presents Bubble Love
Tia Cousins
Main Room
Estella Boersma
Katnada
Nina Kraviz
Richie Hawtin
Check out the full line-up and get your tickets now on Amnesia’s official website.
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ESNS Turns 40 - 'Europe Calling' To Lead Anniversary Celebrations In January 2026
In a world marked by geopolitical tensions, cultural fragmentation and rapid industry shifts, Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) will celebrate its 40th anniversary in January 2026 and responds with a strong, unifying theme: Europe Calling.
For four decades, ESNS has been Europe’s leading showcase festival and conference for emerging talent, helping to launch the careers of artists such as Dua Lipa, Stromae and Robyn. As the European music sector stands at an important crossroads, the 40th anniversary will not just celebrate the past, but also bring the music sector together to build a shared European future.
Europe Calling
In recent years, ESNS has put the spotlight on different European countries - Poland in 2024, Italy in 2025 - celebrating their unique cultural stories through music. But with rising global geopolitical pressures, the call for European unity has never been more urgent. Europe Calling is ESNS’s new manifesto: a shift from national spotlights to a shared cultural movement.
"For years, shining a light on individual countries has helped us celebrate Europe’s rich diversity, but the challenges we face today demand more," says Anna van Nunen, Managing Director of ESNS. "Now is the time to bring those voices together and build an even stronger, connected European music community. Europe Calling is about more than identity, it’s about taking responsibility for our shared future. Music can bring us together. It’s time to make that connection louder than ever."
A celebration of 40 years of European music
In addition to showcasing hundreds of Europe’s most urgent emerging artists, ESNS26 will proudly celebrate its 40-year anniversary. Expect curated archival deep-dives, exclusive collaborations with media partners, pop-up activations and unique anniversary events that will highlight success stories of artists who started on ESNS stages and went on to shape European music.
These stories will unfold both in the city of Groningen and across digital platforms, making the rich legacy and ongoing impact of European music visible, accessible and celebrated across the continent.
Europe Calling: For our industry. For our culture. For our future
Europe is the second-largest music market in the world, with artists breaking international barriers in their own languages. But this position is not guaranteed. Europe Calling is more than a theme, it is a call to action. A rallying cry to invest in artists, in infrastructure and in the future of a unified European music sector.
Join us in Groningen from January 14 to January 17, 2026, as we celebrate 40 years of groundbreaking European music and shape the next chapter together. You can get your ESNS26 Delegate Pass here.
About ESNS
ESNS is Europe’s leading platform showcasing emerging European music talent. Every January, Groningen (NL) hosts the ESNS festival and conference, connecting fresh artists with fans and industry professionals.
Year-round, ESNS supports new talent through initiatives like the European Talent Exchange and presents major awards including the Music Moves Europe Awards, the European Festival Awards, and the Popprijs. It partners with key projects and alliances such as Yourope, EBU, Keychange, and Green Deal Circular Festivals to foster a diverse, sustainable music scene.
Since 1986, ESNS has helped launch careers of artists like AURORA, Stromae, Christine and the Queens, Fontaines D.C., Sigrid, Altin Gün, Priya Ragu, The Haunted Youth, The XX, Robyn, Tramhaus, Sam Smith, Hozier, Zaho de Sagazan, Fat Dog, Judeline, Luvcat, Boko Yout, Antony Szmierek, Kingfishr, Sylvie Kreusch, Arp Frique & The Perpetual Singers.
ESNS celebrates its 40th anniversary January 14 - 17, 2026, in Groningen, Netherlands.
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Mallorca Live Festival Confirms Its Position As The Leading Event In The Balearics with over 80 Artists from 4 Continents
- Mallorca Live Festival blended local roots and global talent in a historic edition, making it the most international celebration of music in the Balearic Islands.
- The event reaffirms its position as a strategic initiative with a major economic impact on the island, investing €3.5M in local suppliers, operating on a €7M total budget, and generating an estimated €14M in direct economic impact.
- One of this year’s highlights, La Plaza Stage by Camper, drew thousands of festival-goers over three days with top electronic music acts such as Nicola Cruz, Chloé Caillet, TSHA and Carlita.
- For the third year in a row, the event stood out for its organization and commitment to sustainability after being rewarded with the National Contribution to Sustainability award.
- Another new feature was the Mallorca - Govern de les Illes Balears Stage, designed by Pablo Erroz. In line with circularity principles, the stage’s canvas will be repurposed into tote bags.
- Nearly 30 local artists joined the lineup for the eighth edition of Mallorca Live Festival.
- This year, the festival expanded its cultural offer across two weeks and multiple venues with OFF Mallorca Live, featuring six events in iconic and unexpected locations across the island.
- Starting today, June 18, and until July 15 at 11:59 PM, leftover money from the festival’s cashless wristbands can be refunded via mallorcalivefestival.com/cashless or the Mallorca Live app.
Over 60,000 people attended the eighth edition of Mallorca Live Festival, held on June 12, 13, and 14 at the Mallorca Live Venue in Calvià. Spanning three days of live performances and DJ sets, the festival hosted over 80 local, national, and international artists from four continents, reaffirming its position as the Balearic Islands' most important music event. Top acts such as Massive Attack, Iggy Pop, Nathy Peluso, Suede, Mercury Rev and Bad Gyal left their mark as well as Spanish pop star Rigoberta Bandini alongside well-known Spanish indie bands like Sidonie and Dorian local Mallorcan heroes Antònia Font and Maika Makovski and emerging talent from both Spain and overseas with acts such as London bands C Turtle and Fez, amongst others.
Organisers estimate the economic impact of this edition at around €14 million, involving a team of over 2,100 workers.
Mallorca Live Festival continues to be a social and musical landmark for thousands of residents and a cultural tourism ambassador for both national and international visitors.
This year’s audience consisted of 68% locals, 20% from mainland Spain, and 12% international visitors, reaching the attendance goals set by the organisation.
The festival featured both a VIP area and a Premium Area with private boxes hosting personalities from the island's social, economic, political, and cultural scenes. The Premium Area offered a unique music experience and ideal networking space, featuring gastronomy curated by chef Maca de Castro and her restaurant ‘Andana’, in partnership with Grupo Portixol.
On the first day, the Premium area hosted a special event presenting MACABITE, Mallorca’s most iconic bite, created by Maca de Castro and Estrella Damm. This gourmet tapa includes crispy coca bread, stewed cabbage, Mallorcan spices, and a hint of Estrella Damm beer—celebrating local flavours and Mediterranean culture.
Thanks to smooth access, efficient service, cleanliness, and rest areas, Mallorca Live Festival is now considered a boutique festival amongst major events, delivering a high-quality experience.
Access and Mobility
A shuttle bus service provided nearly 20,000 transfers from Palma and Part Forana throughout the three-day festival. Pre-event wristband collection points in Palma, Inca, Manacor, Alcudia, and Santa Margalida helped ensure fluid entry.
Minimizing disruption to the Calvià community
As with every edition, the festival organisers have worked to minimise the impact on access for local residents caused by large events. Furthermore, this year, to reduce disruptions, the festival included an earlier closing time: two hours earlier on Thursday and Friday and 90 minutes earlier on Saturday.
Thus, the organisers have worked on three areas for the benefit of local residents, including cleaning and access. Once again, the organisers would like to express their gratitude to the Calvià Local Police, who, in collaboration with the Civil Guard and the festival, implemented a specific traffic regulation and control system in the Magaluf and Palmanova areas. This system ensured the smooth flow and safety of traffic around the venue, as well as ensuring proper parking. They also thank the members of the Civil Guard involved in ensuring public safety.
Overall, the conclusion is that the traffic management system has been a positive outcome, and efforts will continue to improve for future editions.
Art and Music Come Together on the Mallorca - Govern de les Illes Balears Stage
A few hours before the festival opened its doors, Álvaro Martínez (CEO of Mallorca Music Brand), Jaume Bauzá (Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports), and designer Pablo Erroz unveiled the new Mallorca - Govern de les Illes Balears Stage, featuring the Mallorcan designer’s visual universe.
It included illustrations evoking a more mindful lifestyle, graphic references to Mallorcan summer, and a contemporary, committed aesthetic rooted in local identity to pay homage to the festival culture. In line with circularity and sustainability principles, the 100% sustainable canvas will be recycled into 30x30cm pieces and turned into tote bags.
Festival-goers could enter a raffle to win one of 100 tote bags by signing up at Espai Mallorca, taking home a piece of this memorable edition.
La Plaza Stage by Camper: The Heartbeat of Electronic Music
A standout feature this year was La Plaza Stage by Camper, which became the go-to spot for electronic music lovers. Thousands danced to the genre’s best performances in a one-of-a-kind space with an immersive stage across all three days with names of the likes of Nicola Cruz, Chloé Caillet, Carlita, Desiree, Kilimanjaro and many more.
This concept will continue over the summer with two sunset events at the festival grounds:
- Monolink on July 27
- Bedouin on August 24
OFF Mallorca Live, the festival’s parallel activities programme
This year, the festival expanded its cultural offer to reach different spots and audiences thanks to OFF Mallorca Live, featuring six events in iconic and unexpected locations across the island.
Starting in May it featured the acoustic sessions by Maika Makovski at Hotel Zoëtry Mallorca (World of Hyatt) and Dorian and Niños Raros at Es Baluard Museu, a sold-out party at Sa Fonda and a ‘sold out’ festival week opener with Sidonie and Go Cactus at Castell de Bellver. A daytime party on the final festival day at Hadley’s Club featured DJ sets by Ángel Carmona, Klik & Frik, and Abraham Boba and the traditional Closing Party by Estrella Damm took place on Sunday, June 15 at Balneario Illetas, with sets by Pablo Fierro, Arkadyan, Paco Colombàs, and Fabian Roelandt.
Radio 3 Live from Mallorca Live Festival
The eighth edition reached once again listeners across Spain through Radio 3, broadcasting live throughout the festival. Nacho Álvaro ‘El Patillas’ and Leyre Guerrero covered performances from Suede, Ralphie Choo, Alcalá Norte, and more.
At the Radio 3 Stage, emerging local, national, and international talent took the spotlight, including Barry B, Aziya, The Family Men, Sanguijuelas del Guadiana, and Anadie, a fan-voted act from the “Hoy Empieza Todo” show.
IB3 Showcases Balearic Talent
IB3, the public broadcaster of the Balearic Islands, had a dedicated set at the venue to highlight local music talent. Artists like Psiderálica, Niños Raros, Antònia Font, David Cabot, and Lyra’s Hëll joined in interviews and performances. IB3 also provided full coverage on digital channels and will soon air a special program on IB3 Ràdio.
Design & Gastronomy at Happening! Market
In between sets, attendees could rest, eat, shop, and enjoy the Happening! Market, featuring artisan crafts, fashion, and diverse food options.
Vendors included local brands and businesses like Bears Bracelets, Flamingos Mallorca, Lovers by SR, Sari Mallorca, Nulina, Imperfektos Hats, Olistik, and La Payesa.
A broad gastronomic offering featured vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options, with food trucks such as Beewi Hot Dogs, Viandas de Salamanca, Urban Kebab, Wok on Fire, Don’t Cry for Me, Malcriades, and more. Local products were also present through Can Company, L’Artista, and Double Take, offering Mallorcan-sourced meats and smash burgers with traditional coca de patata.
Sponsors 2025
Mallorca Live Festival was supported once again by Estrella Damm (main sponsor), a collaboration with Enjoy AENA, and sponsorships by Caixabank (strategic partner) Air Europa, Trasmed, Logitravel, and Inclusive Collection by World of Hyatt (Zöetry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Dreams Resorts & Spas, Secrets Resorts & Spas, Alua Hotels & Resorts), INNSIDE by Melià, Coca-Cola, Goldcar, Pringles, El Corte Inglés, Camper, ib-red, RCD Mallorca, and Entradas.com as official ticketing partner.
Official media partners included Radio Mallorca Cadena SER, Jenesaispop, Radio 3, Mondosonoro, and Rolling Stone UK.
It has also had the support of institutions such as the Government of the Balearic Islands - Conselleria de Turisme, Cultura i Esports through the Agència d'Estratègia Turística de les Illes Balears (AETIB) and the Institut d'Estudis Baleàrics (IEB), of the Consell de Mallorca through the Fundació Mallorca Turisme (FMT) and the Department of Culture and Heritage, and the Calvià City Council through the Calvià 365 Foundation.
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How Green Is your Festival Experience? How to reduce your carbon footprint this festival season
With the festival season upon us, how can we ensure that our love of enjoying live music in the great outdoors impacts the environment positively? What can festivalgoers do easily and cheaply to ensure they have a better greener festival experience this summer?
Festivals are all about fun, community and connection, something we all need now more than ever. They have the power to shake us out of old behavioural patterns; shape culture and create sub-cultures; and they can serve as catalysts for positive change.
A Greener Future (AGF) is the creator of the world’s first green festival standards and certification – A Greener Festival. For 20 years, the international not-for-profit has been dedicated to making the live event sector sustainable. AGF understands the positive impact festivals can have and how simple lifestyle changes can significantly reduce our impact on the planet, its wildlife, and each other.
So, if you want to be a conscientious, nature-friendly festivalgoer:
1.How will you travel there?
Support your local scene and community by attending festivals closer to home. By attending events nearer to where you live, or at least in your own country, you can reduce travel emissions whilst nurturing local music culture. With so many festivals taking place, there is likely to be something in your area that can be reached either by public transport or even by bike or on foot. In AGF’s Annual Festival Sustainability Insights report, a third of festivals recorded over 70% local audiences. We’d like to see that increase.
If you do have to drive, use every seat, even if it means kidnapping. Okay, we didn’t really mean that. But give your friends a lift and connect with fellow travellers through the festival’s own channels or check out platforms like Liftshare and GoCarShare. If you’re hiring a car, then go electric.
If you’re travelling further afield, before booking that flight, check out the train and bus options. Train travel around Europe is easy, fast, and oh, reliable. Many festivals organise inter-country coaches to shuttle their audiences in. Sleeper trains are increasingly available across multiple routes throughout Europe, and the Eurostar goes to Paris, Amsterdam, and Brussels from London. AGF’s co-founder has travelled by train from the UK to many parts of Europe, including Berlin, Stockholm, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Spain, Italy and even Tromsø in the Arctic Circle and it’s a great experience. Plan in advance to get the cheapest rates.
2.What will you eat?
This might come as a surprise, but food and drink are responsible for one of the highest sources of a festival’s emissions.
Festivals who move to a fully meat-free event can substantially reduce their food-related emissions and their wider ecological footprint. The 2024 AGF Annual Festival Sustainability Insights report found a nearly threefold increase in the number of festivals going fully vegetarian or vegan from 2023. Choose plant-based food to significantly reduce emissions and protect and respect nature. Every plant-based meal you choose is good for the environment.
As tempting as it is to take enough food to last a fortnight when you head to a festival, studies have shown that much of the food ends up going to waste, along with all its packaging. Only take non-perishable food that you know you will eat, and if you have any left, take it home or donate it to a foodbank.
3.Re-use & Recycle
The average site recycling rate across all festivals assessed by AGF increased from 38% in 2022 to 49% in 2024, and the average waste per person per day across all festival types was 0.8kg.
There are many simple things you can do to reduce your waste and recycle more. Bringing food, drinks, and camping gear to a festival is a good way to save money, but make sure it doesn't go to waste. The average festivalgoer generates nearly three times more waste at a camping festival than a non-camping one, often by bringing in too much, or simply leaving their stuff behind.Plan your shopping and take in stuff you can bring back home, otherwise it's also a waste of money!
If camping, remember that camping equipment is for life – not just for one festival. Campaigns such as Love Your Tent and #takeyourtenthome have done a great job of highlighting the scale of the abandoned camping equipment problem at the end of festivals. If you really can’t take it home, then don’t take it. Book pre-pitched camping and travel light. And if the thought of sleeping in a small tent fills you with abject terror, check out boutique glamping options or buy a second-hand bell tent and share it with non-snoring friends, preferably with good personal hygiene.
And if you want to perfect that festival look, you can swap generic fast fashion for unique second-hand and vintage clobber.
Disposable vapes are bad for the environment and the majority end up as electronic waste in landfill sites or littering the land, so please use refillable ones if vape you must. Many festivals are now banning disposable vapes because they are so bad for the environment and become hazardous once they’re disposed of.
You can also use reusable containers for toiletries and refill them with eco-friendly products rather than carrying large items or buying small plastic disposables.
4.Reduce your use of plastics
Free drinking water is always available at festivals, so take a refillable bottle and save yourself some moolah whilst doing your bit to reduce plastic usage. If you wanna be a real eco-warrior, take reusable cup and cutlery. The 2024 AGF Annual Festival Sustainability Insights highlighted that 70% of festivals had introduced a ban on single-use plastic (including plastic water bottles), so it is best to come prepared with reusables.
When packing toiletries, go eco with products that contain microbeads, cotton buds with cardboard or bamboo sticks, a wooden or bamboo toothbrush, and plastic-free packaging. And you can take a foldaway reusable bag instead of using plastic carrier bags.
Other easy changes you can implement as a festival-lover is using flannels or paper hand towels instead of wet wipes (which aren’t biodegradable), and avoiding plastic glitter. And most importantly, ensure that you connect with your festival family and enjoy the precious time that you have together, dance your pants off to great music, and marvel at the nature that surrounds us.
So, there you have it: travel greener, go as plant-based as possible, take only what you need, take your camping stuff home afterwards, and enjoy life. Sounds relatively easy, no?
Here's to making this festival season the least environmentally impactful fest season yet!
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