Welcome to the ultimate podcast series celebrating the legends of Ibiza nightlife, DJs, club culture presented by Ibiza pioneer Alan Warman, the first independent promoter to run club nights on the island. Each episode dives into the stories of the people who shaped the island’s world-famous party scene. From iconic DJs and promoters to club owners, creatives and cultural icons, this podcast reveals the inside history and untold stories of Ibiza - from the people who built it. Perfect for fans of Ibiza history, clubbing, nightlife, DJ interviews and electronic music culture.
Our latest inductee into the Ibiza Hall Of Fame is Wayne Lineker - entrepreneur, co-founder of O Beach Ibiza , and one of Ibiza's most recognisable figures who joined Alan and Clara to reflect on nearly four decades on the island. Wayne looks back at his first trips to Ibiza, opening Linekers Bar in 2008 alongside Tony Truman, and the conversation in a Marbella swimming pool that led to the creation of O Beach Ibiza. He shares how the venue transformed daytime entertainment on the island with world-class production, live performances and a social media-first approach. He discusses the challenges of COVID, how Brexit changed staffing in Ibiza, and why the island still has a unique magic that keeps people returning year after year. Wayne also opens up about one of the toughest periods of his life, revealing how addiction nearly cost him everything before entering rehab and rebuilding his life. He explains how rebuilding his life through sobriety gave him a completely new perspective on the island he loves. Filmed at Bonito Hotel, Ibiza Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Joe Beecham. Production assistant Tarifa Lambert. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Jeremy Healy joined us to reflect on a lifelong passion for DJing that began after seeing a DJ's setup in the late 1970s. He takes us back to weekends spent clubbing in New York during the mid-1980s, recording radio mix shows to bring home to London, his long friendship with Boy George, and the formative nights that shaped London's club scene. Along the way, Jeremy shares how those early experiences led him from pop success with Haysi Fantayzee to becoming one of the world's first superstar DJs and helping define the soundtrack of Ibiza and modern dance culture. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Billy Booth. Theme music vocals by Melanie Williams. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
In another of our conversations with industry figures, Sophie Bee takes us behind the scenes of some of dance music's biggest events, revealing what it really takes to bring world-class club experiences to life. As the creative force behind La Discothèque which currently hosts Thursdays throughout July at 528 Ibiza, while also working with Hacienda Classical, Warehouse Project, Block9 at Glastonbury and other major productions, she explains the hidden world of creative direction, production, performers and problem-solving that audiences never see. Sophie also talks about championing women across the industry, nurturing the next generation through education, and creating inclusive events that capture the glamour, freedom and spirit of Ibiza. Along the way, she shares her favourite island spots, reflects on how Ibiza has evolved, and reveals what's next for La Discothèque as it continues to celebrate the island's unique club culture. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Theme music vocals by Melanie Williams. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Tony Truman's Ibiza journey began in 1983 when, as a 15-year-old, he first experienced the island's legendary clubs, including Ku and Amnesia. Already promoting his own parties in London under the Tru's Do's banner, the trip inspired a lifelong ambition to create unforgettable venues and experiences in Ibiza. Over the following four decades, Tony became one of the island's best-known figures, co-founding Ocean Beach Ibiza (with Wayne Lineker), Bam-Bu-Ku and Wi-Ki-Woo Hotel. Blending music, design, entertainment and the unmistakable spirit of Ibiza, he has helped shape the island's daytime club culture and created experiences enjoyed by millions of visitors from around the world. Filmed at Bonito Hotel, Ibiza Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Joe Beecham. Production assistant Tarifa Lambert. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Ministry of Sound celebrates its 35th anniversary as one of the world's most influential club brands and Lohan Presencer and Caitlin McAllister joined Alan and Clara to reflect on the club's journey from a disused bus garage inspired by New York's Paradise Garage to becoming a global dance music institution. They discuss the founders' obsession with creating the ultimate sound system, the rise of the legendary Ministry of Sound compilation albums, and how the club helped launch countless DJs, producers and record labels. Lohan also reveals how Ministry developed 21 UK No.1 singles, signed artists including Example , DJ Fresh, Wretch 32 and London Grammar , and built one of dance music's most successful record businesses. The conversation explores the challenges facing modern club culture, from rising costs and property development to nurturing new talent and protecting London's nightlife. They also explain why, despite today's festival-sized productions, Ministry's intimate dancefloor remains one of the world's favourite clubs for both DJs and clubbers. Filmed @ Ministry Of Sound, London SE1 Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Billy Booth. Theme music vocals by Melanie Williams. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Ultra Naté joined us in Manchester at Hacienda Classical to share her incredible journey from Baltimore's late 80s club scene to becoming one of dance music's most iconic songwriters and voices. She reflects on writing her first songs with The Basement Boys, recording two major-label albums and reconnecting with her underground club roots with the success of ‘Free’ and the subsequent album Situation: Critical on New York's legendary Strictly Rhythm label. Ultra also talks running her own club night Deep Sugar Rooftop Jam in Baltimore and the honour of being named the Alice and Franklin Cooley Composer in Residence at the Baltimore Museum of Art. Plus she discusses how the collaborative process with DJ/producers has evolved and her latest single ‘Movin To The Sun’ with Hugel. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Joe Beecham. Theme music vocals by Melanie Williams. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Comic artist and creator Aura Gold joins us to reveal the incredible story behind We Love Ibiza — the ambitious comic book series documenting the history, culture and characters that have shaped the world’s most famous island. From Ibiza’s ancient origins and the arrival of the bohemian generation, through the birth of the club scene and the electronic music revolution, We Love Ibiza brings together decades of island history through illustrations, storytelling and first-hand accounts from the people who were there. Aura also discusses the incredible community that helped bring the project to life, working alongside Ibiza historian Martin Davies, illustrator Rodrigo Cardama, and the many residents, artists and pioneers who shared their memories. https://weloveibiza.shop/pages/buy Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Joe Beecham. Production assistant Tarifa Lambert. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Vicky Devine is one of the pioneering female trance DJs who helped break UK talent onto the international stage. After moving to Ibiza in 2000, she became the long-running main room resident at Judge Jules' legendary Judgement Sundays at Eden, playing weekly for over a decade and establishing herself as one of the island's most respected resident DJs. Throughout her career she's toured globally, performed at virtually every major Ibiza club, released music on leading trance labels, launched her own DE:VA Recordings imprint, and earned support from artists including Armin van Buuren, Tiësto, Paul van Dyk and Paul Oakenfold. Beyond DJing and production, Vicky has worked extensively across radio, television, artist management and music publishing, and today serves as Head of Creative & Licensing at Truelove Music Publishing while continuing to DJ and produce. Her versatility and lasting influence have kept her at the forefront of electronic music for more than two decades. Filmed and recorded at IMS Ibiza @ Hyde Ibiza. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Edited by Joe Beecham. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
DJ Hype joined Alan and guest host Talina to reflect on his remarkable journey from the his involvement as a young teenager in reggae sound systems, through DJing at the UK's late-'80s rave events and pirate radio stations, to becoming one of the pioneering figures who helped shape jungle and drum & bass. He shares firsthand memories of the underground movement as it evolved into one of Britain's most influential electronic music genres. From award-winning DJ and producer to the driving force behind the iconic Ganja and True Playaz labels, DJ Hype has spent more than three decades defining the sound of drum & bass. With genre-defining productions, legendary jump-up sets and an enduring influence on artists and dancefloors around the world, his legacy remains woven into the history of UK dance music. Filmed at Ministry Of Sound, London SE1 Presented by Alan Warman and Talina. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Billy Booth. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
For the debut episode of Ibiza Hall Of Fame NEXT GEN, Joel Corry joined us to reflect on his early trips to Ibiza, his passion for DJing, and the years spent learning music production before the chart success arrived. From breakthrough hit 'Sorry' to the global smash 'Head & Heart' with MNEK, Joel's rise has seen him become one of the biggest names in contemporary dance music. Along the way he's amassed multiple UK Top 10 hits, released a Gold-certified debut album, earned 5 Brit nominations, played sold-out shows around the world and performed at some of the biggest festivals and venues on the planet, including Tomorrowland, Ultra, Las Vegas and of course Ibiza. A fascinating conversation about ambition, hard work, and turning a love of clubbing and dance music into a global career. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Joe Beecham. Production assistant Tarifa Lambert. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Fish56Octagon joins us to discuss his remarkable rise from bedroom DJ and vinyl collector in a dressing gown to one of dance music's biggest social media success stories. We explore his journey into DJing, the viral videos that changed everything, the variety of genres in his DJ sets, his passion for music production, discovering and sharing dance music. From Glastonbury and Creamfields to Ibiza and beyond, Fish56Octagon reflects on how authenticity, a love of rave culture, and a 3,000 plus vinyl collection helped turn an online phenomenon into an international DJ career. Filmed at Ministry Of Sound, London SE1 Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Billy Booth. Sound mixing by Dave Lambert. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Matthew Benjamin aka Bushwacka! is latest recipient of an Ibiza Hall Of Fame award and joined us at IMS Ibiza in April to discuss his early Ibiza adventures, including arriving on the island at just 17 and being offered an Amnesia residency that he turned down to focus on building his profile — a decision that helped lay the foundations for a remarkable 35-year career. From the Acid House explosion of the late 1980s to global success as one half of Layo & Bushwacka!, Matthew Benjamin has become one of electronic music's most respected DJs and producers. In this episode he reflects on Ibiza's evolution, the highs and lows of a life in dance music, and the lessons learned from a career that has taken him from London warehouses to the world's biggest clubs. Filmed and recorded at IMS Ibiza @ Hyde Ibiza. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Edited by Joe Beecham. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
In this episode of Global Club & Dance, MistaJam reflects on his journey from growing up on a Nottingham council estate to becoming one of the UK’s most influential figures in dance music. Starting out DJing at youth clubs before landing a debut set at The Hacienda aged just 14, MistaJam discusses the passion and determination that drove his rise through club culture, radio and music production. The conversation explores his evolution from underground DJ to national tastemaker, including launching Capital Dance and helping shape the sound of modern dance music in Britain. He also shares stories from Ibiza and why championing new talent and keeping connected to the dancefloor still matters after more than two decades in the industry. Filmed at Karma Sanctum Hotel, London W1 Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert. Edited by Joe Beecham. Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Ulises Braun has been part of Ibiza’s club culture since first arriving on the island in 1979, inspired by the energy of legendary venues including Studio 54 in New York and Le Palace in Paris. After opening an Amnesia boutique in 1984, he became deeply embedded in Ibiza nightlife, eventually taking on a major promotional role at the iconic club throughout the 1990s. Over the following decades, Ulises helped build Ibiza’s international reputation through his Sleepless Nights and Ibiza Reunion parties across Europe, while working with venues and brands including Pacha, El Divino, MTV Ibiza, W Ibiza, Club Chinois and Beachouse. A respected ambassador of Ibiza culture, he received a Lifetime Award at the Swiss Night Life Awards and remains one of the island’s most recognisable and enduring nightlife figures. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
In this episode John Jones reflects on his journey from the London house music scene to becoming a long-standing figure in Ibiza nightlife. John discusses the rise and cultural impact of the seminal Hed Kandi events and compilation CDs, the evolution of house music culture, and what the magic of Ibiza means for him. With over 15 consecutive seasons on the island, John shares stories from playing legendary venues including Space Ibiza, Pacha, Café Mambo, Pikes and Hï Ibiza, alongside some of the biggest names in dance music. Filmed at Karma Sanctum Hotel, London W1 Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
In this episode of the Ibiza Hall Of Fame podcast, house music pioneer Mark Knight reflects on the Ibiza trip that changed his life. Arriving on the island as a 16-year-old on a 'lads' holiday' in 1989, Mark was captivated by the clubs, DJs and atmosphere that would spark a lifelong passion for dance music and set him on the path from aspiring footballer to global house music star. Mark discusses his Ibiza journey from those formative early visits to landmark residencies at Eden and Space, while building Toolroom Records into one of the most influential brands in electronic music. He shares stories from three decades at the forefront of house music, the evolution of Ibiza club culture, and how the island helped shape the career that has seen him become one of the world's most respected DJs, producers and label owners. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Graham Luckhurst has spent more than 20 years helping artists and independent labels navigate the rapidly changing music industry. Having worked with leading companies including Believe, Rough Trade, Tru Thoughts, Cr2 and Mr Bongo, he brings a rare combination of hands-on experience across distribution, marketing, artist development and label strategy. A respected DJ, producer and music consultant, Graham joins the podcast to discuss the modern landscape for dance music releases, from streaming and social media to independent labels and artist careers. Drawing on decades of experience both behind the decks and behind the scenes, he offers practical insights into how artists can build sustainable careers in today's evolving music business. Filmed and recorded at IMS Ibiza @ Hyde Ibiza. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
In this conversation legendary DJ Brandon Block takes us on a remarkable journey through four decades at the heart of Ibiza’s clubbing story. From his first trips to the island and early DJ bookings with Alan Warman in the late 1980s, Brandon recalls the magic of discovering Ibiza as it emerged as the global capital of dance music. He reflects on the iconic clubs, unforgettable residencies, and the unique atmosphere that made the island unlike anywhere else on earth. Brandon also speaks candidly about the excesses that came with life at the centre of the scene, the personal challenges he faced, and the turning point that led him towards detox, recovery and a new chapter in his life. With honesty, humour and perspective, he shares the lessons learned from both the highs and lows of an extraordinary career. Most of all, this is a story about enduring passion. Brandon reflects on the DJs, club owners, promoters, workers and partygoers who shaped Ibiza’s culture, and explains why, after 40 years behind the decks, his love for the island and its people remains as strong as ever. A heartfelt and revealing conversation with one of the most influential and recognisable figures in Ibiza clubbing history. Filmed at IMS Ibiza @ Hyde Ibiza Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Aaron Ross is a music industry executive and founder of Infinite Future Management, with more than 25 years’ experience across A&R, radio, artist development and management. He began his career at Virgin Records during the late 1990s, working within the label’s dance division VC Recordings at a time when artists including Massive Attack, The Chemical Brothers and Daft Punk were reshaping electronic music culture. He later held senior promotion and A&R roles with Ministry of Sound, Defected Records and the relaunched Strictly Rhythm. In 2012, Ross founded Infinite Future Management , transitioning into artist management and helping guide the global breakthrough of Jonas Blue. Since then, he has developed a respected international roster spanning electronic and alternative music including TCTS, Chaney, Audio Bullys and Melon Bomb whilst working along the way with Roger Sanchez, Sandy Rivera and Kenny 'Dope' Gonzales. Filmed and recorded at IMS Ibiza @ Hyde Ibiza. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
Smokin Jo is one of the true pioneers of dance music culture and a defining figure in Ibiza’s clubbing history. Emerging from London’s underground scene in the late 1980s, she became the first female DJ to win DJ Magazine’s prestigious DJ of the Year award and helped shape the sound and spirit of an era that transformed electronic music worldwide. From the early days of acid house and Balearic beats to legendary residencies at Space, Pacha, Manumission and beyond, Smokin Jo has spent decades at the centre of club culture’s most important moments. Presented by Alan Warman and Clara Griffin. Produced by Dave Lambert Follow/subscribe to never miss an episode. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook
