About Solomun +1
Over the years, Pacha's Sunday night Solomun +1 has proved to be one of Ibiza's perma-popular parties. The formula is simple but effective. Swimming against the tide for stacked line-ups and short sets, Solomun invites a single guest each week.
Then both he and they both get extended set times, almost always culminating in a back-to-back for the last few hours to see us home. Since year one, the crowds have come flocking, especially the girls. Solomun has one of the best men-to-women ratio splits of any Ibiza dancefloor.
Want to know more? We answer all your questions: when? where? who? why? and how?
When?
Every Sunday night, starting 28 May to 15 October | 23:59 to 06:30
Sundays are huge on Ibiza. In terms of parties, you are spoilt for choice. It's one of the most diverse days with something for everybody and several big hitters - one of them is Solomun. Not that he feels the competition. Pacha on Sundays is constantly slammed.
Where?
Pacha - Ibiza's oldest club, having opened its doors in 1973 - 50 years ago this year.
Originally a converted finca, the building has undergone more regenerations than Doctor Who, expanding and updating almost year-on-year. Today's modern club is very different from the Pacha that stood in the same spot in 1973, as well as considerably larger.
That said, it still drips with that unmistakable Pacha signature. In recent years, the dancefloor has been widened and the sound system upgraded, making the clubbing element equally as important as its famous VIP.
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Who?
Solomun's format is unique on Ibiza. Extended sets are a rarity here, with promoters often choosing quantity. Not the case on Sundays at Pacha, where quality is king.
Typically the +1 opens the night dead on midnight (though there are special occasions where Solomun mixes things up). They play until 02:30, when the big Slovenian takes over for an extended set of his own. To end the night, the pair go back-to-back from around 05:30.
Solomun always introduces some fresh faces each year to push things forward and 2023 is no different, although lots of favourites are back too. Kristian Beyer from Âme, DJ Koze and HAAi are amongst the returning names.
Let's be completely honest though, this night is all about Solomun. He is the star drawer with impeccable taste and his crowd trusts him resolutely.
Last year's anthem of summer
Dom Dolla | Miracle Maker (Ejeca Remix) | Sweat It Out!
Biggest week?
After their huge all-night takeover in May, it's hard to overlook the keinemusik date. The trio always show up for +1 (+3?), but with that arriving at the height of summer on 6 August, it bears all the hallmarks of a classic.
Let's also say, that getting Dixon in for the closing party on 15 October is also a stroke of genius that few predicted. Usually, he plays in late July. What a way to end the season. Solomun +1 has been the last big party of summer for many seasons now.
Any surprises?
As always. Swede Steve Angello on 13 August certainly got a few talking, but perhaps Dom Dolla offers more of a wildcard musically earlier in summer on 23 July.
Music
Last summer there was some hot discussion as to what direction Solomun was going in. Shouty, post Punk influenced vocals, layered over Tech House beats, seeped into his club sets. The debate even made its way into the columns of The New Yorker. Solomun courts controversy!
While his music selection may have shifted, one thing that didn't change was the dancefloor filling up early and staying packed all night. No questioning the energy of the room. If Solomun had moved, then the crowd was happy to move with him.
Anything else to look out for?
Yes. The three Solomun all night long sets that are dotted throughout summer. Those dates are 18 June, 3 September and 1 October.
Playlist
Follow the playlist here - updated regularly during summer with tunes direct from the dancefloor.
Ibiza Spotlight's top tip
Did you know that if you dine at Pacha's El Restaurante, you get complimentary admission to the club afterwards? All you need to do is make sure you reach the minimum spend per head. Eat well and party for less. One of our favourite ways to experience Pacha.
How?
Just by heading below and grabbing your tickets. All dates are on sale now.
