Within the perpetually evolving ecosystem of Ibiza nightlife, sure moments sign a shift within the island’s cultural aesthetic. Francis Mercier‘s newly introduced eight-week residency at Chinois is exactly a type of moments.
The Haitian DJ and producer is poised to plant his flag at Chinois with “Solèy,” a novel DJ residency that treats international rhythms not as unique equipment, however as important substances. His selection of Chinois, nestled inside the Ibiza Gran Lodge and quickly establishing itself as “the membership of Ibiza,” speaks volumes about his ambitions.
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“Solèy,” Haitian Creole for “solar,” serves as each the residency’s title and its philosophical framework. Its radiant sound will pump from midnight to daybreak, permitting you to bop actually till the solar comes up.
Mercier, who reduce his enamel as a visitor DJ on the venue final season, has dedicated to remodeling Friday nights from June thirteenth via August 1st right into a cross-cultural sonic expedition. His explicit model of musical cosmopolitanism fastidiously curates an expertise the place Afro-house beats intersect with Levantine melodics and Caribbean rhythms.
Mercier may also preset performances by Giolì & Assia, Nitefreak and Wakyin, who have been named to EDM.com‘s Class of 2021, 2024 and 2025, respectively. Different notable artists embrace One thing Else, the underground alias of Brazilian dance music celebrity Alok; Main League DJz, the deeply influential Amapiano duo; and Sparrow & Barbossa, the Swiss-Uruguayan duo surging via the ranks of Afro-house.
Take a look at the 2025 schedule for Mercier’s “Solèy” residency at Chinois beneath. Tickets can be found now through the membership’s website.
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