Join Our Revolution’s promoter Safehouse speak to us about Carl Cox’s night at Space Ibiza, summer 2009
What can you tell us about Carl Cox´s nights this summer at SPACE IBIZA?
Well the Carl Cox at Space revolution has been in motion for some years now, through completely diverse line-ups, presenting DJs of different genres, the best in their field, working the same dancefloor. But this year we’re marking a change in direction from traditional Ibiza line-ups. This year’s about breaking down musical barriers and presenting a new way of thinking about DJ talent, production and lighting. And as always with Carl Cox at Space events, the night is one of the cheapest on the island.
Moby, Sasha, Dubfire, John Digweed and others big names will be DJing alongside new talented DJs. What was the concept of this idea, and who are the young artists?
There are still the big names but this year, for the first time, there is extra emphasis on new talent, with new DJs, new music and new production. We have the likes of Nicole Moudaber, Alex Metric, Joel Mull, DJ Lucca, Steve Mulder, Ferhat Albayrak and Jon Rundell. If we don’t push new talent what happens in five years time?.. We have to embrace & support the best of the new breed.
This year will be Carl Cox´s 8th season at SPACE IBIZA, and without a doubt is still the king of Tuesdays in Ibiza. Where is his strength? What makes him so special and loved in Ibiza and around the world?
I think it’s a real connection with the crowd that makes his performances so special – total entertainment. The fact that you can catch Carl each week playing his infamous terrace sets, followed by a closing set in the main room is something special. The guests he invites to play alongside him is what makes the night what it is, but the crowd are so receptive to Carl – his energy and enthusiasm. It is truly infectious.
What has playing at Space Ibiza meant to Carl Cox?
It means everything to Carl. Space has been home to his nights for 8 years now. It is truly one of the best clubs in the world. The set up, the lighting, production, staff (thank you all!) and of course the people that visit make Space a truly amazing place for Carl to host his nights.
So, what dates should we definitely go too?
All of them!... We have an amazing mix of guests, from our up-and-coming new breed DJs to our returning guests, who always play amazing sets that never fail to please the crowd. The closing party of 22nd September is set to be one hell of a party too, with a very special Carl Cox extended set. If last years closing is anything to go by, this is not one to be missed.
