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Felix Da Housecat To Headline Taste The Punch Opening Party At Eden Ibiza

House music legend Felix Da Housecat headlines a massive Taste The Punch opener on June 16th that includes Mambo Brothers, Icarus, Lee Walker, George Kwali and more. The opening party sets the stage for a stunning debut Ibiza season every Friday at Eden featuring some of dance music’s biggest names, including DJ Sneak, Mark Knight, Faithless (DJ Set), Laidback Luke (exclusive techno set), Marshall Jefferson (Ibiza exclusive), Tough Love, Chus & Ceballos, Prok & Fitch, Riton, Camelphat, Format: B, Hauswerks and many more…

 
Taste The Punch have announced the lineup for their opening party on 16th June at Eden Ibiza. Headlining in his first appearance of the season in Ibiza is the one and only, Felix Da Housecat. The Chicago house and electro maestro tops a bill that includes Mambo Brothers Icarus, Lee Walker, George Kwali, Paul Malcom and Too Tall. Felix Da Housecat joins an illustrious list of headline acts incoming through the summer to  showcase their skills in ‘the Ibiza Punchbowl’ at Eden, including DJ Sneak, Mark Knight, Faithless (DJ Set), Laidback Luke (exclusive techno set), Marshall Jefferson (Ibiza exclusive), Tough Love, Chus & Ceballos, with yet more to be announced. Other proven dancefloor favourites such as Prok & Fitch, Riton, Camelphat, Format: B, Hauswerks, Toy Boy & Robin, Ellie Cocks, Blaise, LiTek and more, will all be cranking up the unmissable party every Friday. With Felix Da Housecat already sharpening his musical claws, the Taste The Punch opening party will kick off proceedings in style. Early bird tickets are available for just £25 in advance from www.tastethepunch.com but prices will rise soon.

The anticipation for Taste The Punch Ibiza continues to grow, with more exciting news regularly emerging. Alongside the opening party announcement, now also confirmed for 18th August is the one and only DJ Sneak, his third confirmed appearance as he makes Taste The Punch his party of choice this summer. In addition, Italian superstar, Stefano Noferini will be joining Sneak on the same date, as Taste The Punch turns Eden into house music heaven.

Four years ago, two brothers in Luton set out to recreate the unmistakeable vibe of London’s best underground house parties, outside of the capital. Since then Taste The Punch has gone from strength to strength forging a reputation for quality house and techno, bringing the likes of Pete Tong, Annie Mac, Claptone, Darius Syrossian, Amine Edge & DANCE and more to the unique dancefloor known as ’the punchbowl’. Now it’s time for Ibiza to Taste The Punch.

 
Felix Da Housecat is one of dance music’s most recognised names. His distinct electro house sound spawned entire scenes, while his productions have delivered seminal anthems such as ’Silver Screen (Shower Scene)’ and his remix skills in demand from the likes of Madonna, Gwen Stefani and The Chemical Brothers. His heritage is unquestionable, beginning his electronic music journey under the tutelage of acid house legend, DJ Pierre. As a DJ, Da Housecat commands the dancefloor drawing on his innate understanding of electronic music from acid, to techno, house to electro. Taste The Punch party-goers are in for a special start to their Ibiza adventures.

Mambo Brothers are playing the Taste The Punch Opening Party!

 
Born and raised in Ibiza, the Mambo Brothers are the perfect duo to keep the Taste The Punch opening party jumping. After listening to the the best DJs playing at the legendary Mambo bar, they have grown up immersed in house music culture. Their experience of moving the dancefloor has been honed at the likes of Pacha, Privilege and Ushuaia, so those lucky enough to be at the opening party will be treated to an unforgettable mix of house music from tech through to vocal with a few Ibiza classics sure to find their way into the box.

Icarus head to Ibiza as one of the fastest rising names in house music right now. The duo from Bristol recently twice scored the ‘hottest record in the world’ on Radio 1 with their quality edit of Arle ‘Close To You’ and then their huge original track ‘King Kong’. Expect Icarus to drop these dancefloor monsters as well as plenty more at the Taste The Punch opener.

 
Lee Walker steps up to the decks to help get the Ibiza festivities underway. His rework of DJ Deeon ‘Freak Like Me’ is a stone cold classic and still a staple in most house DJs sets. Since then, releases on the likes of Defected, Nurvous, Circus and Hot Creations have cemented this talented DJ / Producer’s position as one of the UK’s most exciting young artists.

Another rising star, George Kwali, joins the bill. His collaboration with Kideko, ‘Crank It’ still rates as one of the biggest tunes out there when it hits the dancefloor. With a host of studio collabs underway, including Katy B and Example, as well as gigs across the country, George Kwali is building an enviable reputation as a must-see artist.

Taste The Punch residents, Paul Malcolm and Too Tall are also on the opening party lineup, all ready to demonstrate their innate understanding of what makes a Taste The Punch party special. Their job is to get the place rocking and they never disappoint.

 
Eden is one of Ibiza’s best clubs, revamped for 2017 and primed to deliver a sound and atmosphere that you have to experience if you’re on the island. It’s the perfect home for Taste The Punch as they bring something new and different to Ibiza, as well as the army of ‘punchbowl’ regulars who make the parties so special.

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Taste The Punch Announce Phase 2 Acts For Fridays At Eden Ibiza

Dancefloor heroes DJ Sneak, Chus & Ceballos, Prok & Fitch, Riton, Camelphat, Format: B, Hauswerks, Toyboy & Robin, Ellie Cocks, Christian Neilsen and Al Gibbs, join a Taste The Punch Ibiza roll call that includes Mark Knight, Faithless (DJ Set), Laidback Luke, Marshall Jefferson, Tough Love, George Kwali, Lee Walker, Blaise, LiTek and more…

Taste The Punch have announced the second phase of artists all set to tear up the dancefloor at Eden Ibiza every Friday this summer from 16th June to 29th September. The latest names to be revealed include DJ Sneak, Chus & Ceballos, Prok & Fitch, Riton, Camelphat, Format: B, Hauswerks, Toyboy & Robin, Ellie Cocks, Christian Neilsen and Al Gibbs. These proven crowd-pleasers join a list of quality artists already announced, including Mark Knight, Faithless (DJ Set), Laidback Luke (exclusive techno set), Marshall Jefferson, Tough Love, George Kwali, Lee Walker, Blaise, LiTek and more. Tickets are available for just £25 in advance from www.tastethepunch.com.

Chief amongst the new names to be announced is the legendary DJ Sneak. A larger than life character who was part of the early Chicago scene, his label I’m A House Gangster is behind many seminal house anthems, and the man himself has had many hits over the years, from ‘You Can’t Hide From Your Bud’ to more recent efforts like ‘Just Play The Music.’ He still lays it down like no other all over the world and plays Taste The Punch on 8th September.

DJ Sneak playing on 9th September at Taste The Punch Ibiza

Next up is Chus & Ceballos, the taste making tech house duo behind the hugely influential Stereo Productions label who play on August 25th and September 22nd. The prominent pair publish their own weekly radio show and podcast as well as DJing around the world from BPM to the WMC, and as well as solo tunes they also link with big stars like Prok & Fitch, who themselves play on August 4th and September 29th. The UK pair release on labels like Toolroom and Suara and count floor wreckers like ‘Pitch Roll’ and ‘Double Vision’ amongst their arsenal of tunes.

On July 14th, UK bass house man Riton is in town and will bring with him hits like ‘Rinse & Repeat’ and ‘Betta Riddim’ real dancefloor slayers, as are his big remixes of Disclosure and Frances. Another UK outfit, Camelphat currently riding high with the ‘Hangin With Charlie’ EP on the legendary Relief Records, then lines up on September 22nd.

Chus & Ceballos are playing on August 25th and September 22nd at Taste The Punch

Fans of German pair and scene veterans Format: B then need to put September 29th in the diary. The Formatik Records bosses will roll into town with their funk driven tech house sounds and driving drums and are sure to get people in a spin.

On June 30th, August 18th and September 1st, Hauswerks will join those already announced. In recent times this house sensation has released with or for ViVa Music Ltd, Moda Black, Groove Armada, Secondcity and Doorly and knows how to cook up some truly slinky grooves. Meanwhile, July 28th will bring Toyboy & Robin—a relatively new but high impact house duo from labels like Sccucci Manucci—and then on August 18th Abode London Resident and Reprezent Radio host Ellie Cocks joins the fun.

Danish DJ and production machine Christian Nielsen is the new name added to the June 30th party and is known for his fresh and modern deep house on labels like Dance Club, Play It Down and Glasgow Underground. Elsewhere, award winning Dublin DJ and FM104 host Al Gibbs plays on August 4th, Too Tall plays twice in both August and September and Taste The Punch residents and able house selectors Nigel Clarke and Paul Malcolm complete the line-up for the closing party on September 29th.

In just four years, Taste The Punch has established itself as one of the most authentic party experiences in the UK. Founded by a pair of brothers in Luton, guests like Pete Tong, Claptone, Annie Mac and B. Traits all headlined the party which last year went on to host their own stage at Eastern Electrics. This first Ibiza season is sure to find them bring something new and fresh to the island, as well as legions of hardcore regulars who know exactly what the brand stands for.

Taste The Punch bring ‘the punchbowl’ to Ibiza and with the new additions announced today, this is shaping up to be one of the most talked about new parties on the White Isle this summer.

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Laidback Luke Confirms Two Exclusive Techno Sets For Taste The Punch At Eden Ibiza

The hugely popular Dutch DJ goes back to his roots for two exclusive sets of quality techno, the only time he’ll play techno in Ibiza this summer, as he headlines for infamous UK party, Taste The Punch, in their debut Ibiza season at Eden. Headline dates are 30th June and 28th July

Taste The Punch, the fast-rising UK party promoters from Luton, have announced that Dutch superstar DJ, Laidback Luke, will headline two dates for Taste The Punch Ibiza at Eden, and will perform two exclusive, underground techno sets. These two sets will be a rare opportunity to hear Laidback Luke showcasing his love for techno, the sound he was known for when he first started Djing in the ‘90’s. Exclusive to Taste The Punch, these will be the only techno sets he will play in Ibiza this summer. The headline dates are Friday 30th June and Friday 28th July. Advance tickets can be purchased at www.tastethepunch.com/ibiza starting from just €25. 

Laidback Luke is one of the most recognised names in dance music and remains at the forefront of the global EDM explosion. He turned heads at the end of last year by dropping a techno set in New York, going on to remind people that he started out as a techno DJ, and was even resident at the legendary Awakenings parties. Laidback Luke has never lost his love for techno and so has decided once again to treat a select few to a rare techno set, exclusively with Taste The Punch at Eden.  

Luke explains what to expect from his exceptional journeys back into techno, “I’m bringing it back to my 90’s roots, keeping it abstract and underground, bringing you the sound from when I first started out as a techno DJ. This was the sound I was playing when I first set foot in Ibiza.” 

Taste The Punch has become one of the country’s best underground dance events, welcoming such luminaries as Pete Tong, B Traits, Claptone, Annie Mac, Amine Edge & DANCE, Mark Knight, Darius Syrossian and many more to ‘the punchbowl’ turntables. Laidback Luke spinning techno exclusively for the Taste The Punch crowds sums up the attitude and excitement that this young brand will be bringing to the world’s clubbing capital over a 16 week residency at Eden this summer.

Taste The Punch co-promoter, Dean Shields comments, “This is exactly why we decided to take on Ibiza this summer. All the hard work will be worth it just to see Laidback Luke step behind the decks at Eden, our ‘Ibiza punchbowl’, and start dropping his favourite techno, exclusively for the Taste The Punch crowds. These headline techno sets will be some of those Ibiza moments that get talked about for years to come.”

Laidback Luke joins a list of quality artists already announced for Taste The Punch Ibiza every Friday at Eden from 16th June, including Faithless (DJ set), Mark Knight, Tough Love, Monki, Weiss, Icarus, Lee Walker, Marshall Jefferson, Lauren Lo Sung and George Kwali. 

Further lineup announcements are coming soon.

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VIP Upgrades Now Available For Steve Lawler & Solardo At Taste The Punch

VIP Upgrades are now available for our Easter Party at Carnival Arts, St Marys Rd, Luton on Thursday 13th April.
Headling the show will see Steve Lawler, Solardo & Hauswerks all take to the Punchbowl for our most anticipated show to date!

We are recreating the incredible vibes which went down at our 2015 NYE Party.
One hundred party people, as close as we can possibly put you to the DJ Booth, you could almost touch the headliner.

This area will start at the side of the stage and go completely around the back of the booth. With your VIP Wristband, you will be able to fully enjoy the experience of a 360 degree Punchbowl!

You’ll get the view the DJ’s have during their set, along with Queue Jump at the main entrance, and a Private Cocktail Bar serving incredible beverages, made with the finest natural ingredients.

We only have a small number of these available, grab them whilst you can!

What to do next:

  • If you already have a regular ticket for the event, Purchase a VIP Upgrade Ticket.
  • If you do not currently have a ticket for the event, Purchase a Regular ticket (1st Release, General Entry) and also a VIP Upgrade Ticket.

 

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Check Out Lauren Lo Sung’s New Track ‘Tresor’

Liverpool’s Lauren Lo Sung is confirmed to play for us at Eden Ibiza this July 21st, along with the God Father of house ‘Marshall Jefferson’

Mixmag recently premiered Lauren’s latest track ‘Tresor’, here’s what they had to say:

“Lauren Lo Sung, an artist who’s been impressing us with a steady stream of bumping house releases and high-profile gigs.

The lead track on her new EP, ‘Tresor’, has been building up a steady amount of steam since she teased us all with a video of her playing it. That video has now amassed over 125,000 plays and we’re thrilled to bring you the full release.

It’s delectably rolling and features a killer set of percussion, not to mention some serious drops. Don’t sleep on this one, it’s going to soundtrack your Spring months, and then some.”

Lauren Lo Sung’s ‘Tresor’ EP is out on House Puff on April 10

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Taste The Punch Announces Debut Ibiza Residency

The infamous UK party lands in Ibiza for the first time and brings massive lineups to Friday nights at Eden. Phase one acts announced are Faithless (DJ set), Mark Knight, Weiss, Lee Walker, Lauren Lo Sung, Icarus, Monki (BBC Radio1), Marshall Jefferson, Tough Love, George Kwali with much more to come…

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Taste The Punch, are bringing their unique events to Ibiza for the first time. The fast-rising party promoters from Luton, England are taking over Eden nightclub in San Antonio every Friday night from 16th June to 29th September. The first headline acts announced today are Faithless (DJ set), Mark Knight, Weiss, Lee Walker, Lauren Lo Sung, Icarus and Monki (BBC Radio 1), Marshall Jefferson, Tough Love and George Kwali. Taste The Punch are stepping it up for their first overseas adventure. Alongside the high quality names already announced, expect a wide spectrum of unmissable artists at the top of their game, and a showcase of DJ’s that continue to drive dance music culture in every corner of the globe. Advance tickets can be purchased at www.tastethepunch.com/ibiza starting from just €25.

Just 4 years ago, 2 brothers decided they would recreate the vibes of London’s hottest raves and secret parties, 30 minutes north of the capital, in Luton. Since then, Taste The Punch has become one of the country’s best underground dance events, welcoming such luminaries as Pete Tong, B Traits, Claptone, Annie Mac, Amine Edge & DANCE, Mark Knight, Darius Syrossian and many more to ‘the punchbowl’ turntables. Last year saw Taste The Punch hit new heights as they hosted a stage at Eastern Electrics Festival. The unstoppable upward trajectory continues with their first Ibiza residency, where Taste The Punch will expand their horizons again, booking a wider range of must-see acts for the very first time.

Taste The Punch co-promoter, Dean Shields comments, “When this opportunity came along we didn’t have to think twice about throwing our heart, soul, blood, sweat and tears into being a part of Eden for summer 2017. The island is changing, and we know that this summer, Eden is returning to its rightful prestigious place at the core of Ibiza’s nightlife, bringing in the right brands that can deliver high quality lineups. We’re bringing something fresh to Ibiza and our ethos is simple; we want to offer an incredible experience to anyone and everyone that comes to Taste The Punch.”

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Faithless need little introduction, selling over 15 million records worldwide, giving electronic music some of its finest moments with tracks like ‘Insomnia’, ‘God Is A DJ’ and ‘We Come 1’. Over 20 years they’ve delivered consistently, whether on stage or behind the decks with Sister Bliss, and are a fitting name to kick off Taste The Punch’s Ibiza announcement. Expect 3 massive sets at Eden this season.

Mark Knight remains one of house music’s most influential names (his Toolroom Radio show now reaches over 13.5 million people in over 60 countries). The Toolroom Records boss is one of the scene’s most accomplished producers and his innate ability to rock any dancefloor has seen him become a firm favourite of the Taste The Punch crowds. Mark Knight behind the turntables at Eden is a guaranteed Ibiza classic.

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Another Toolroom and Taste The Punch regular, Weiss also joins the Eden lineup. Expect quality, jackin’ beats and rumbling basslines to shake the island as Weiss shows why he’s one of the biggest new names out there, with support from the likes of Pete Tong, Claptone, Gorgon City, Claude Von Stroke, Hot Since 82 and more.

Taste The Punch continues to mix up the massive names with the rising stars as they bring Lee Walker to the white isle. His massive rework of DJ Deeon ‘Freak Like Me’ remains a true house anthem. Liverpool’s Lauren Lo Sung also lines up; a proven new talent at Carl Cox’s Revolution party at Space Ibiza, The Warehouse Project, Sankeys Ibiza, Bedrock and more. Icarus is the name on everyone’s lips right now. The Bristolian duo recently scored the ‘hottest record in the world’ on Radio 1 with their stunning edit of Arle ‘Close To You’ and again with their original track ‘King Kong’. George Kwali also joins the lineup with his Kideko collab ‘Crank It’ still ranking as one of biggest house tunes around.

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Taste The Punch loves to mix it up and brings a selection of highly rated and experienced names to ‘the Ibiza punchbowl’. Monki is one of the most talented and versatile DJs currently on BBC Radio 1. Her eclectic, high energy mix of styles – everything with a groove, is perfect for the open-minded Taste The Punch crowds. House legend Marshall Jefferson will take over for an exclusive gig, his only confirmed Ibiza date so far this season! House fans should not miss the chance to see one of the originators of house music in action. And quality crossover duo Tough Love will bring their Get Twisted night to Taste The Punch, taking the dancefloor on an unforgettable trip to the bassier side of house. 

, new talent and the best parties of your life. Taste The Punch arrive in Ibiza with plans to deliver all the above and more.

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Taste The Punch will truly celebrate the spirit of Ibiza, delivering a spectacular experience, as well as a diverse array of music and Friday night’s most accessible party vibe. 

Ibiza is a place to seek out big names, new talent and the best parties of your life. Taste The Punch arrive in Ibiza with plans to deliver all the above and more. 

EVENT DETAILS

TASTE THE PUNCH
EDEN NIGHTCLUB, SAN ANTONIO
16th JUNE to 29th SEPTEMBER
FULL LISTINGS TO BE ANNOUNCED.

KEY DATES

16th June: Opening Party

23rd June: Tough Love & Get Twisted

14th July: Mark Knight + Weiss + Lee Walker + George Kwali

21st July: Marshall Jefferson & Lauren Lo Sung

4th August: Faithless (DJ set) + Mark Knight

18th August: Monki

1st Sep: Faithless (DJ set) + Icarus + Lee Walker 

29th Sep: Closing Party – Faithless (DJ set)

TICKETS

www.tastethepunch.com/ibiza 

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MUST HEAR – MARTIN SOLVEIG ‘PLACES’ – ICARUS REMIX

It’s 3 weeks until Icarus join Pete Tong, B.Traits & Taste The Punch DJ’s at Empire Bedford and they’ve just dropped the huge remix of Martin Solveig‘s ‘Places’

The brothers from Icarus in the west country are on fire right now, gaining ‘Hottest Record‘ from BBCR1’s Danny Howard and ‘Essential New Tune‘ from headliner Pete Tong!

Give the youtube vid below a spin and see what you think?

Ticket to see the guys play at Empire Bedford on Friday 3rd March are available here

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Just Added: Reverb Join Pete Tong, B.Traits & Icarus at Empire Bedford

Andy Randell & Wayne McLaughlin AKA Reverb have been added to the line up for our first show of 2017!

Reverb will join Pete Tong, B.Traits & Icarus at Empire, Bedford on Friday 3rd March.

These guys have been with us from Party no4, their sound is a staple part of our events, expect the very best upfront bass heavy house music!

1st & 2nd Release Tickets sold out this week, but 3rd release can be purchased here

Take a listen to Reverb’s sound below!

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Just Added: Nigel Clarke Joins Pete Tong, B.Traits & Icarus At Empire Bedford

Stereotype Radio head honcho and TTP resident Nigel Clarke has been added to the line up for our first show of 2017!

Nigel recently played a back to back set on New Years Eve with Paul Malcolm, causing absolute carnage on the dancefloor, we expect his forthcoming set to be nothing but outstanding!

Nigel will join Pete Tong, B.Traits & Icarus at Empire, Bedford on Friday 3rd March.

1st & 2nd Release Tickets sold out this week, but 3rd release can be purchased here

Take a listen to Nigel’s incredible set from our Day Party when Annie Mac, Weiss & Lee Walker came to town..

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Just Added: Ian Redman joins Pete Tong, B.Traits & Icarus At Empire Bedford

Ian Redman has been added to the line up for our first show of 2017!

Ian Redman, self-taught Techno DJ based in Milton Keynes starting to make his mark within the underground circuit. Ian has repeatedly been on local flyers as well as slots in some of London’s top venue’s including Ministry of Sound, Lightbox and most recently Egg supporting Familia nights.

With his sights firmly set on Drumcode, You can hear the influence in his sets from the likes of Alan Fitzpatrick, Bart Skills, Joseph Capriati, Enrico Sangiuliano and of course Ian’s idol Adam Beyer.

Ian is known for bringing fast & heavy techno to his sets whilst keeping it atmospheric and bringing in that melodic techno sound.

This time Ian will join Pete Tong, B.Traits & Icarus at Empire, Bedford on Friday 3rd March.

1st & 2nd Release Tickets sold out this week, but 3rd release can be purchased here

Take a listen to Ian’s sound below!

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