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The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Inside UNVRS: I went clubbing at the world's first hyperclub that opened in Ibiza this week
UNVRS, pronounced Universe - described as the world's first hyper club, has opened in Ibiza with a big bang. The new club promises to launch a new era of futuristic clubbing - so I headed down on the opening night to find out what that really meant. Advertisement 9 Ibiza-based journalist Katy Hastings went to the opening night of UNVRS Credit: Katy Hastings 9 UNVRS, pronounced Universe, is described as the world's first hyper club Credit: PROWLY 9 Everything is handmade in such detail that it's supposed to be as pitch perfect as an opera house Credit: Katy Hastings There has been a nightclub on the site - 20 minutes inland from It was then rebranded as Now, after viral marketing campaigns featuring a UFO sighting, and Hollywood star Will Smith, plus a multi-million pound makeover, it has been redesigned as the 'world's first hyperclub.' And what does that mean exactly? Apparently, it's the combination of high-end luxury and attention to detail, in an arena-sized event. Advertisement Read more on nightclubs Everything is handmade in such detail that it's supposed to be as perfect acoustically as an I joined thousands of revellers on opening night, which saw And it is MASSIVE. The club is so huge that you can easily lose your bearings in the underground network of corridors and dance rooms - helpfully, there is free wifi in case you lose your mates in the maze. But it is very, very slick. The main room is where all the magic happens, with a soundsystem that is crisper and clearer than any other on the island. Advertisement Most read in News Travel Aerial acrobats perform high above the VIP balconies and main dance floor, where the Privilege swimming pool has been consigned to history. The immersive lighting was next level too, as the lights come towards you, instead of just vertically, making you feel almost connected to the stage and helps to overcome the feeling of so many people in one room together. The best bit was at dawn, when the screens behind the DJ decks turned off to reveal 12-metre cathedral-like windows showing off the spectacular sunrise over the island - well worth hanging on for, given the club stays open to 6am each night. And the famous Privilege glass dome? That's been kept intact, and now houses a huge sculpture called the Tree of Life. Advertisement 9 The main room is where all the magic happens, with a soundsystem that is crisper and clearer than any other on the island. 9 The famous Privilege glass dome has been kept intact, and now houses a huge sculpture called the Tree of Life Credit: Prowly 9 An outlet of Spanish brand Vicio Burger serves burgers for €23 inside the club Credit: Katy Hastings 9 The club is so huge that you can easily lose your bearings in the underground network of corridors and dance rooms Credit: Katy Hastings Advertisement There's some outside space on the garden terrace known as the Gravity Garden and Sky Deck too, which has been decorated with lots of greenery. The new venue is the brain child of The Night League, who is also responsible for major island nightclubs And they've introduced many of the much-loved elements they've already tested at Hï, including the mini nightclub in the loos. Called The Wild Comet (it's The Wild Corner at Advertisement It's certainly the vibiest public toilet I've ever been to, although the unique queuing system takes some getting used it, and by that I mean there is no queue and you have to hover and look out for one of the loo doors opening. There is also a karaoke room that could easily fit around 150 people and a fast food joint. The outlet of Spanish brand Vicio Burger serves burgers for €23 (£19.40) and chips for €8 (£6.76), or a very fancy-sounding chicken strips topped with caviar for €80 (£67.50). UNVRS things to know before you go Location - San Rafael, Ibiza Doors open 2300 Over 18s - don't forget your photo ID The dress code - no flip-flops, sleeveless shirts, or swimsuits, sports team T-shirts, and clothing with ideological or religious references. No shorts for men The lineup: Mondays - ERIC PRYDZ WITH HOLOSPHERE 2.0 Tuesdays - ANYMA Wednesdays - JAMIE JONES WITH PARADISE Thursdays - FISHER Fridays - DAVID GUETTA WITH GALACTIC CIRCUS Saturdays - ELROW Sundays - CARL COX While it quite quiet when we visited around 2am, I can see it being very popular with punters before they head home. Advertisement Prices for drinks at the bar weren't cheap, at €15 (£12.67) for a bottle of water and €26 (£21.96) for a glass of wine, but they are pretty much in line with Ibiza super club prices. But the club also plays a part in keeping costs down too - laying on shuttle buses from Without a doubt, UNVRS has elevated the Other, more historic places might have more soul, but this is the most advance and forward-thinking club. Advertisement Plus, the music is what makes the night, and with an enviable DJ line up including Carl Cox, Eric Prydz, David Guetta, Jamie Jones and the unique Elrow party, it's become the must-visit of the island for clubbers both young and old. 9 The new venue is the brain child of The Night League, who is also responsible for major island nightclubs Ushuaïa and Hï Credit: Katy Hastings 9 Other, more historic places might have more soul, but this is the most advance and forward-thinking club Credit: Prowly Advertisement In the UK, Plus, the exact date huge new Wetherspoons pub set to open inside the old London Dungeon.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Inside UNVRS: I went clubbing at the world's first hyperclub - now open in Ibiza
Plus, the exact date huge new Wetherspoons pub set to open inside the old London Dungeon RAVE NEW WORLD Inside UNVRS: I went clubbing at the world's first hyperclub that opened in Ibiza this week UNVRS, pronounced Universe - described as the world's first hyper club, has opened in Ibiza with a big bang. The new club promises to launch a new era of futuristic clubbing - so I headed down on the opening night to find out what that really meant. 9 Ibiza-based journalist Katy Hastings went to the opening night of UNVRS Credit: Katy Hastings 9 UNVRS, pronounced Universe, is described as the world's first hyper club Credit: PROWLY 9 Everything is handmade in such detail that it's supposed to be as pitch perfect as an opera house Credit: Katy Hastings There has been a nightclub on the site - 20 minutes inland from Ibiza Old Town - since 1979, when it first opened as Ku. It was then rebranded as Privilege in 1995 when it became known as the world's largest club with parties of up to 10,000 people at a time. Now, after viral marketing campaigns featuring a UFO sighting, and Hollywood star Will Smith, plus a multi-million pound makeover, it has been redesigned as the 'world's first hyperclub.' And what does that mean exactly? Apparently, it's the combination of high-end luxury and attention to detail, in an arena-sized event. Everything is handmade in such detail that it's supposed to be as perfect acoustically as an opera house, with the walls made of a porous material and the bar tilted to avoid the cavernous echo that you get in so many massive nightclubs. I joined thousands of revellers on opening night, which saw Carl Cox's return to Ibiza for a 14-week residency at UNVRS - his first on the island since Space closed in 2016. And it is MASSIVE. The club is so huge that you can easily lose your bearings in the underground network of corridors and dance rooms - helpfully, there is free wifi in case you lose your mates in the maze. But it is very, very slick. The main room is where all the magic happens, with a soundsystem that is crisper and clearer than any other on the island. Aerial acrobats perform high above the VIP balconies and main dance floor, where the Privilege swimming pool has been consigned to history. The immersive lighting was next level too, as the lights come towards you, instead of just vertically, making you feel almost connected to the stage and helps to overcome the feeling of so many people in one room together. The best bit was at dawn, when the screens behind the DJ decks turned off to reveal 12-metre cathedral-like windows showing off the spectacular sunrise over the island - well worth hanging on for, given the club stays open to 6am each night. And the famous Privilege glass dome? That's been kept intact, and now houses a huge sculpture called the Tree of Life. 9 The main room is where all the magic happens, with a soundsystem that is crisper and clearer than any other on the island. 9 The famous Privilege glass dome has been kept intact, and now houses a huge sculpture called the Tree of Life Credit: Prowly 9 An outlet of Spanish brand Vicio Burger serves burgers for €23 inside the club Credit: Katy Hastings 9 The club is so huge that you can easily lose your bearings in the underground network of corridors and dance rooms Credit: Katy Hastings There's some outside space on the garden terrace known as the Gravity Garden and Sky Deck too, which has been decorated with lots of greenery. The new venue is the brain child of The Night League, who is also responsible for major island nightclubs Ushuaïa and Hï. And they've introduced many of the much-loved elements they've already tested at Hï, including the mini nightclub in the loos. Called The Wild Comet (it's The Wild Corner at Hï), there's a smaller dance room underground where unisex loo cubicles line the walls and a DJ plays in the centre of the room. It's certainly the vibiest public toilet I've ever been to, although the unique queuing system takes some getting used it, and by that I mean there is no queue and you have to hover and look out for one of the loo doors opening. There is also a karaoke room that could easily fit around 150 people and a fast food joint. The outlet of Spanish brand Vicio Burger serves burgers for €23 (£19.40) and chips for €8 (£6.76), or a very fancy-sounding chicken strips topped with caviar for €80 (£67.50). UNVRS things to know before you go Location - San Rafael, Ibiza Doors open 2300 Over 18s - don't forget your photo ID The dress code - no flip-flops, sleeveless shirts, or swimsuits, sports team T-shirts, and clothing with ideological or religious references. No shorts for men The lineup: Mondays - ERIC PRYDZ WITH HOLOSPHERE 2.0 Tuesdays - ANYMA Wednesdays - JAMIE JONES WITH PARADISE Thursdays - FISHER Fridays - DAVID GUETTA WITH GALACTIC CIRCUS Saturdays - ELROW Sundays - CARL COX While it quite quiet when we visited around 2am, I can see it being very popular with punters before they head home. Prices for drinks at the bar weren't cheap, at €15 (£12.67) for a bottle of water and €26 (£21.96) for a glass of wine, but they are pretty much in line with Ibiza super club prices. But the club also plays a part in keeping costs down too - laying on shuttle buses from San Antonio and Ibiza Old Town that are included in the price of the club ticket. Without a doubt, UNVRS has elevated the nightclub experience and it's definitely the best super club in Ibiza now. Other, more historic places might have more soul, but this is the most advance and forward-thinking club. Plus, the music is what makes the night, and with an enviable DJ line up including Carl Cox, Eric Prydz, David Guetta, Jamie Jones and the unique Elrow party, it's become the must-visit of the island for clubbers both young and old. 9 The new venue is the brain child of The Night League, who is also responsible for major island nightclubs Ushuaïa and Hï Credit: Katy Hastings 9 Other, more historic places might have more soul, but this is the most advance and forward-thinking club Credit: Prowly In the UK, there is a historic train station bar where you get a free drink every day at 5:05pm. Plus, the exact date huge new Wetherspoons pub set to open inside the old London Dungeon.
Scottish Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Ibiza pair P.O.U. release progressive sound Breathe, which has produced three No1s
Former Product Of Us give us an exclusive playlist of the tracks that inspired Breathe FRESH from the release of their debut album Breathe, UK and Ibiza-based duo P.O.U (formerly Product Of Us) invite us inside the sonic world that shaped its creation. The dynamic pair - Damon Hess and Ryan Spice - have released their progressive sound on classic label Anjunabeats, Nora En Pure's Purified Records and Miss Monique's Siona Records. Advertisement 3 Ryan Spice, left, and Damon Hess of P.O.U. Credit: Supplied It has culminated in three No1 singles on Beatport. Their music has also been a big hit with the respected outfit, Tale Of Us, who hammered P.O.U's Just A Little More Love at their Afterlife residency at Hï Ibiza last summer. 3 New long player Breathe combines melodic house and techno Credit: Supplied P.O.U's long player, Breathe is a dynamic showcase of progressive and melodic house and techno, featuring collaborations with Jamie Wiltshire, Emilie Rachel, Rory Hope, Oddfellowz, SPARTAA, and Zahra Palmer. 3 P.O.U. were a hit at the Afterlife residency at Hï Ibiza last summer Credit: Supplied The playlist they have put together for us below, is a carefully curated journey through tracks, artists, and moods that have inspired Breathe. Here's what they think of each track: Ferry Corston - Eternity Advertisement Trance has always been in our DNA. Ferry Corsten — a true legend of the genre — inspired us over 20 years ago and he still does today. Eternity is a masterclass in emotional, melodic trance: Warm, powerful, and timeless. It's that same depth and feeling we've aimed to capture in our album, especially in the lead track, Breathe. Music that moves you — that's what it's all about. Anyma & Janus Rasmussen Feat Delhia de France - Claire If you know P.O.U's sound then you already understand the impact Anyma had on our music and on the tracks we curate for OfUsRecords. Advertisement His influence runs deep, from the soaring acid stabs to the thunderous rolling basslines. We're always pushing to match that level of quality and intensity, channelling the same raw emotion and power in everything we release. BT - Flaming June (BT & PVD Original Mix) An all-time classic and one of our personal favourites. BT and Paul van Dyk flipped our world upside down the first time we heard this chilled trance masterpiece. It's a blueprint of melodic brilliance, packed with emotional depth and those unforgettable, soaring breakdowns. This track didn't just inspire us, it shaped the way we approach our own sound Advertisement deadmau5 & Kaskade - I Remember This track is a must-add, even if you're not a die-hard dance music fan, it'll find its way into your playlist. A standout example of melodic house, done right, it hits all the marks: Infectious basslines, layered synths that dance around each other, and a haunting vocal that ties it all together. If you're a fan of that signature deadmau5 vibe, you'll hear echoes of it throughout our catalogue. Advertisement Nalin & Kane - Beachball Quite simply, one of the greatest tracks of all time. Even after 25 years, it still gives us goosebumps. A true club anthem that's stood the test of time, still owning dancefloors and sounding as fresh as ever. Timeless energy, unforgettable vibes. Argy & Omnya - Aria This track from Argy and Omnya is a staple in our sets, and a massive influence on our melodic techno sound. With its heavy rolling bassline and hypnotic tribal vocal, it's the kind of track that grabs you and doesn't let go. Advertisement We're all about weaving in those same addictive, high-impact elements into our own productions, making every release hit hard and stay with you. Chicane - Saltwater If you didn't know, the ethereal vocals in this track are lifted from a song by the Irish band Clannad, sung beautifully in Gaelic. It's a perfect pairing with the essence of trance: Uplifting, emotional, and transportive. Chicane weaves shifting rhythms and evolving beats that lift you to another level, blending seamlessly with its heavenly voice. This isn't just a track, it's one of trance music's true masterpieces. Advertisement Above & Beyond - Alone Tonight (Above & Beyond's Club Mix) The true pioneers of big room melodic trance. Any dance music fan will know the Above & Beyond. Tracks like Sun and Moon (and our pick here) show exactly why they've had such a lasting impact. Their ability to blend emotion with euphoria is second to none. Beyond their own music, their label Anjunabeats continues to be a powerhouse platform for melodic artists around the world, including many who inspire us today. Ayla - Ayla (Taucher Remix) Advertisement Taucher's remix of Ayla is still lighting up dancefloors around the world — and for good reason. It features one of the most unforgettable toplines in dance music history. This kind of timeless character is exactly why we always strive to make the main elements in our tracks stand out, full of emotion, identity, and impact. KAS:ST - Hold Me To The Light (Tale Of Us Remix) Last but not least, Tale of Us. These guys are a major influence on us as producers. One of the key things we take from their sound is how they build their breakdowns — those epic, chilling strings and deep, atmospheric pads that instantly pull you in, making you want to close your eyes and raise your hands to the sky. Advertisement It's that magic moment we always aim to capture in our tracks, giving listeners an experience that they can feel, and remember. We hope our music can emulate this kind of excellence.
The Irish Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Ibiza pair P.O.U. release progressive sound Breathe, which has produced three No1s
FRESH from the release of their debut album Breathe, UK and Ibiza-based duo P.O.U (formerly Product Of Us) invite us inside the sonic world that shaped its creation. The dynamic pair - Damon Hess and Ryan Spice - have released their progressive sound on classic label Anjunabeats, Nora En Pure's Purified Records and Miss Monique's Siona Records. Advertisement 3 Ryan Spice, left, and Damon Hess of P.O.U. Credit: Supplied It has culminated in three No1 singles on Beatport. Their music has also been a big hit with the respected outfit, Tale Of Us, who hammered P.O.U's Just A Little More Love at their Afterlife residency at Hï Ibiza last summer. 3 New long player Breathe combines melodic house and techno Credit: Supplied P.O.U's long player, Breathe is a dynamic showcase of progressive and melodic house and techno, featuring collaborations with Jamie Wiltshire, Emilie Rachel, Rory Hope, Oddfellowz, SPARTAA, and Zahra Palmer. 3 P.O.U. were a hit at the Afterlife residency at Hï Ibiza last summer Credit: Supplied The playlist they have put together for us below, is a carefully curated journey through tracks, artists, and moods that have inspired Breathe. Here's what they think of each track: Ferry Corston - Eternity Advertisement Read more Music News Trance has always been in our DNA. Ferry Corsten — a true legend of the genre — inspired us over 20 years ago and he still does today. Eternity is a masterclass in emotional, melodic trance: Warm, powerful, and timeless. It's that same depth and feeling we've aimed to capture in our album, especially in the lead track, Breathe. Music that moves you — that's what it's all about. Anyma & Janus Rasmussen Feat Delhia de France - Claire If you know P.O.U's sound then you already understand the impact Anyma had on our music and on the tracks we curate for OfUsRecords. Advertisement Most read in Music His influence runs deep, from the soaring acid stabs to the thunderous rolling basslines. We're always pushing to match that level of quality and intensity, channelling the same raw emotion and power in everything we release. BT - Flaming June (BT & PVD Original Mix) An all-time classic and one of our personal favourites. BT and Paul van Dyk flipped our world upside down the first time we heard this chilled trance masterpiece. It's a blueprint of melodic brilliance, packed with emotional depth and those unforgettable, soaring breakdowns. This track didn't just inspire us, it shaped the way we approach our own sound Advertisement deadmau5 & Kaskade - I Remember This track is a must-add, even if you're not a die-hard dance music fan, it'll find its way into your playlist. A standout example of melodic house, done right, it hits all the marks: Infectious basslines, layered synths that dance around each other, and a haunting vocal that ties it all together. If you're a fan of that signature deadmau5 vibe, you'll hear echoes of it throughout our catalogue. Advertisement Nalin & Kane - Beachball Quite simply, one of the greatest tracks of all time. Even after 25 years, it still gives us goosebumps. A true club anthem that's stood the test of time, still owning dancefloors and sounding as fresh as ever. Timeless energy, unforgettable vibes. Argy & Omnya - Aria This track from Argy and Omnya is a staple in our sets, and a massive influence on our melodic techno sound. With its heavy rolling bassline and hypnotic tribal vocal, it's the kind of track that grabs you and doesn't let go. Advertisement We're all about weaving in those same addictive, high-impact elements into our own productions, making every release hit hard and stay with you. Chicane - Saltwater If you didn't know, the ethereal vocals in this track are lifted from a song by the Irish band Clannad, sung beautifully in Gaelic. It's a perfect pairing with the essence of trance: Uplifting, emotional, and transportive. Chicane weaves shifting rhythms and evolving beats that lift you to another level, blending seamlessly with its heavenly voice. This isn't just a track, it's one of trance music's true masterpieces. Advertisement Above & Beyond - Alone Tonight (Above & Beyond's Club Mix) The true pioneers of big room melodic trance. Any dance music fan will know the Above & Beyond. Tracks like Sun and Moon (and our pick here) show exactly why they've had such a lasting impact. Their ability to blend emotion with euphoria is second to none. Beyond their own music, their label Anjunabeats continues to be a powerhouse platform for melodic artists around the world, including many who inspire us today. Ayla - Ayla (Taucher Remix) Advertisement Taucher's remix of Ayla is still lighting up dancefloors around the world — and for good reason. It features one of the most unforgettable toplines in dance music history. This kind of timeless character is exactly why we always strive to make the main elements in our tracks stand out, full of emotion, identity, and impact. KAS:ST - Hold Me To The Light (Tale Of Us Remix) Last but not least, Tale of Us. These guys are a major influence on us as producers. One of the key things we take from their sound is how they build their breakdowns — those epic, chilling strings and deep, atmospheric pads that instantly pull you in, making you want to close your eyes and raise your hands to the sky. Advertisement It's that magic moment we always aim to capture in our tracks, giving listeners an experience that they can feel, and remember. We hope our music can emulate this kind of excellence.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
L.A. Weekend Guide: Adobe Punk, Franz Ferdinand, Beyond Wonderland and Smiile L.A.
Every Thursday, Los Angeles magazine curates a list of the best events in and around Los Angeles. Craft a great last-minute schedule with our Weekend Guide to L.A., and don't forget to sign up to have the guide delivered to your inbox every week by clicking here. at Plaza de la Raza's Margot Albert Theatre — March 28 (runs through April 13)Inspired by the new photo exhibit, 'Punk in Place: Concerts and Casuals' shot by Theresa Kereakes, Adobe Punk, co-written/directed by mother-son team, Theresa Chavez and Gabriel Garza, offers a frenetic, concert theater piece with personal portraits reflecting the '70s/early '80s music scene in L.A. The story of three young musicians squatting in one of L.A.'s oldest adobe homes in Bell Gardens, the play follows them as they form a band inspired by the local legends X, The Bags, and The Minutemen, making for a immersive, history-filled musical experience. The opening matinee on Sunday, March 30 includes a post-performance Q&A with Kereakes conducted by Dr. Jorge Leal. Billed as 'the ultimate inclusive rave,' Ibiza-based DJ Chloé Caillet and her partner, art director, Carla Molina bring the joyful dance bash to L.A., touting community, positivity and safe spaces for individual expression and connection. Line-up includes Caillet CARISTA, Heidi Lawden and Lovefingers. Click link for location info. Back at NOS Events Center this weekend, this electronic music festival conjures storybook vibes that Alice —and dance music lovers— are mad for. Themed-stages, costumed performers, immersive art, biggie DJs and producers (including Grammy Award-winners The Chainsmokers, Afrojack, Benny Benassi, ILLENIUM and more) make it a rabbit hole you may not want to return from. The legendary performance artist discusses her new book Covid Vortex Anxiety Opera Kitty Kaleidoscope Disco. With the 5th anniversary of the pandemic reminding us all of the isolation and fear that COVID wrought, Finley seeks to look back with humor via her provocative prose. 'Take Me Out' made them indie icons but fans of that song would be wise to listen to the U.K. group's full repertoire. Like their latest studio album, The Human Fear, which Rolling Stone called their 'best album in 15 years.' Hear the old hits and the new stomps at this L.A. tour stop. Comic and cosplay get the spotlight at this popular con from the promoters behind San Diego Comic-Con. Funko, Bandai Namco Toys, Toddland, Yesterdays, the California Browncoats, Little Shop of Pins, Hero Complex Gallery, Prism Comics, Magma Comix, and many big brands and independent companies will be vending and some hot panels are scheduled. Take a trip out to Carlsbad for an eyeful of beautiful blooms, butterflies, and an array of events this weekend— and all Spring long. This Sunday, there's yoga, flower crown workshops, and Zydeco band, the Bayou Brothers, performing live. See full schedule of events via link.
