WE LOVE... JULY!


We Love a month with five Sundays, and that, dear We Lovers, is exactly what July 2012 has got in store for us! Five hot and steamy Sunday summer nights chock full of aural treats from our faithful friends, family and newest recruits. Peruse the line-ups, pick a favourite and book those flights!

July 1
Groove Armada return with their decks 'n' visual FX show - one of only three at Space this year - on the Terraza. International DJ gigolo DJ Hell performs his cosmically inclined take on dark electronica while Pier Bucci brings folk-laden Hispanic house. Smokin' Jo displays on-point experience and resident Ryan O'Gorman is joined by percussionist Ian C. In the Discoteca, Dirtybird boss Claude VonStroke headlines the first of his three shows this summer ahead of British proponents of future bass, Ben UFO and Cosmin TRG (an exclusive Ibiza debut), while Crow Castle Cuts of Luv*Jam goes back to back with resident Jem Haynes.

On the Sunset Terrace, Rob Roar and Jason Bye bring the arm-raising early vibes. After Dark, Mr Doris welcomes nu-jazz production collective Jazzanova for their debut Ibiza performance, complemented by the heavy-Balearic sound of David Phillips. Manchester represents in El Salon in the form of Folk Café's Justin Parkinson, Neil Atkins and Dan English. On the Premier Etage, it's an audience with the veterans featuring Alfredo and Andy Carroll with Jon Howell.

Full details and tickets here.

July 8
2manydjs bring their collection of everything from prog-rock to techno, with support from The 2 Bears and The Mole, while consummate professionals Smokin' Jo and Ryan O'Gorman complete the Terraza line-up. In the Discoteca it's a blend of classicist techno and its new movements in the form of Derrick May plus Paul Woolford meeting Untold for an innovative B2B session. The Hot Chip DJs switch from their usual Terraza slot to display their harder edged sounds, while Jem Haynes B2B with Luv*Jam gets things heated up.

The infectious enthusiasm of Moda boys Jaymo & Andy George lights up the early evening on the Sunset Terrace alongside resident Jason Bye. Mr Doris and his After Dark soiree welcome a lynchpin of the NY party scene, Nickodemus. It's Kelly Love's Love Lounge in El Salon featuring the omnipresent Bones, Simon ‘Mogga' Morell and Mudlove. Expect everything from dub-plates to Balearic classics with Andy Carroll, Alfredo, Jon Howell and Ian Blevins on the Premier Etage.

Full details and tickets here.

July 15
The Innervisions crew return with musical savant Dixon and the Âme live show, plus a rare appearance by Poker Flat boss Steve Bug and the colours of Caribbean dancehall and hip hop channeled through Aquarius Heaven. Resident Ryan O'Gorman completes the room's line-up. In the Discoteca, Chew The Fat! presents Dirtybird boss Claude VonStroke alongside a French Swiss collaboration of Deetron vs. Oxia. Residents Foamo and Jem Haynes round up the main room.

On the Sunset Terrace it's a welcome return for prolific live remixer Funkagenda, who'll be joined by Jason Bye and his early evening house music schooling. After Dark, Mr Doris and Andy Carroll welcome the dub-fi roots reggae of Earl Gateshead (Trojan Soundsystem) - expect unheard gems and mic shout-outs. Tirk Records are behind the decks in El Salon where Dicky Trisco joins label chiefs Matty J and Ben Terry. On the Premier Etage, it's The Heritage Project with Alfredo and Jaime Fiorito, followed by Ian Blevins taking things until the break of dawn.

Full details and tickets here.

July 22
Detroit's finest musical export, Carl Craig, appears in addition to Dutchman Joris Voorn in the Discoteca while the techy Swiss sounds of Deetron follow sweet beats of seasoned campaigner Ryan O'Gorman. On the Terraza, Miss Kittin - a true original and unique musical force - returns with delectable melodies, joined by something of a Leeds triptych with residents PBR Streetgang, Paul Woolford and 2020Vision head honcho Ralph Lawson.

On the Sunset Terrace, Jonathan Ulysses bands together with resident percussionist Ian C. After Dark, Mr Doris welcomes two long-term collaborators and Ibiza veterans in the form of DJ E.A.S.E and Negghead of Wax On fame. It's another gym session in El Salon with the Feel My Bicep boys pumping with David Phillips and Kitt Proudfoot. On the Premier Etage it's the old hand adeptness of Alfredo and Andy Carroll with Callum playing on from midnight until close.

Full details and tickets here.

July 29
An event of epic proportion: James Zabiela goes up against Groove Armada in the Terraza, with support from two North American live acts - state-of-the-art trance from Blondes of Brooklyn and the slo-mo deep disco of Canada's The Mole. Resident jozif rounds up the room's enormous lineup. In the Discoteca it's a Detroit techno affair with Derrick May, Octave One and their all-machine live set-up. French main-room stalwart Technasia is set to get things moving after resident Jem Haynes displays his own techno chops whilst über-hot Italians of the moment Tale Of Us make their We Love... debut.

It's an all residents affair on the Sunset Terrace with Jason Bye joined by Mat Playford and percussionist Ian C. After midnight Mr Doris' After Dark project presents live DJ/MC duo The Correspondents with Mr Bruce's vocals depicting the trials of love, lust and loss. The Tirk Records crew return to El Salon, presenting ambassador for soul, Dr Bob Jones alongside regulars Ben Terry and Matty J. Up on the Premier Etage, Alfredo and Andy Carroll are joined by Jon Howell who takes the treasured midnight until close slot.

Full details and tickets here.

WE LOVE... RADIO The next edition in our series of weekly podcasts features a double dose of Crazy P Soundsystem - both live and in conversation – after their massive debut on the Terraza last Sunday night. In addition, Sunset Terrace residents Jaymo & Andy George select five of their biggest tunes right now to round out the show. Hosted by Andy Wilson. To listen to the latest edition of We Love... Radio - Click here

WE LOVE... TV The first of three special short films from We Love Space this year takes in the Opening Fiesta. Featuring insight from Paul Woolford, Âme of Innervisions, Derrick May, Jaymo & Andy George, Mr Doris and Ryan O'Gorman. The film also features a special live performance from Henrik Schwarz alongside many more.  Click here to watch the latest episode of We Love... TV

WE LOVE... PHOTOS Our crazy haired official snapper Phrank is back in action this summer, prowling the club every Sunday to capture all the action on camera! From dance floor dazzlers and technical DJ wizardry to behind-the-scenes action and after party antics, watch yourself at We Love, because you never know when he might flash! View our photo galleries here

WE LOVE... DJ MIXES D-Funk Sydney based DJ producer, label owner and promoter D-Funk serves up a toe-tapping exclusive mix, a classic blend of hip-hop soul, funk, disco and breaks. Transcending time, space and genre, his sonic odyssey has only one common thread - the ability to get you off your seat and wildly flailing. Running man meets breakdance-off. Ian Blevins Delving deep into the realms of that magical genre they call ‘Balearia', Ian Blevins dishes up a resplendent swoosh of smooth yet funky beats. In direct proportion to the length of his delicate flowing locks, his symphonic prowess and power on the decks continues to rise in ascendance. And above all, he never, ever questions the buzz. Listen to more We Love DJ mixes here

WE LOVE... RESIDENT ADVISOR LIVE STREAMING In yet another We Love exclusive for the 2012 season, Resident Advisor are now broadcasting live from Space every Sunday, meaning you don't need to miss out on the action if you can't be here with us in Ibiza. Hosted on RA, and featuring simultaneous broadcasts from multiple rooms at the club, all you need to do is select the streaming button from the We Love website to be transported instantly to Space on Sunday! Click here to listen to the live broadcast on Sunday July 1

WE LOVE... LIFE BLOG! Fresh blood: Eclectic Avenue Records E.A.R At just two tender years of age, E.A.R is a unique project whereby the founding trio - J.Cub, Ryan Shaw and Leena Sharma - are so confident in the quality of their output, they produce each release on vinyl only. The vinyl only concept is a rare statement in these digital times so we needed to get to the bottom of this maverick scheme! Click here to read the full interview After Dark: Jazzanova For more than fifteen years Berlin based DJ/Producer collective Jazzanova have been innovating dance floors around the world, widely recognised for their exceptional ability to fuse recorded sounds with live instruments and vocals, an ethos which has won them respect from both peers and music fans the world over. We Love's Mr Doris caught up with Jazzanova's Alex Barck ahead of his rare appearance as part of After Dark... Click here to read the full interview

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WE LOVE... THE GARDEN FESTIVAL In just a little over a week, on July 6, the HMS We Love sets sail on its maiden Adriatic voyage manned by a trio of We Love residents: PBR Streetgang, Ian Blevins and Mr Doris, embarking at 18:30. Combining sun, sea, sounds and sangria with a dash of Balearic spirit, The Garden Festival is sure to put a smile on the face of even the saltiest of sea dogs. Click here to read more