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7 DJs tell us how to get a gig in Ibiza
Tips on playing Ibiza for the first time from Miguel Campbell, wAFF, Russ Yallop and more
Russ Yallop
Having friends in the right places is invaluable. Your big break may come from an unknown promoter who downloaded your mix off Instagram, but it's equally likely to come from a now clean living Ketamine Dave who's become a big player and remembers the time you gave him your €10 Font Vella when he was on a whitey outside Space toilets. Indeed, the Ibiza workers of today are the Ibiza bigwigs of tomorrow as everyone is on the island for the same reason: dedication to the rave.
As for actually getting gigs in Ibiza, capitalise on the captive audience of rave-addicted workers you have access to and throw your own parties with you as a resident. It’s a great way of networking and getting your face and intentions out there.
Ultimately, think big. No chanced-upon gig in your first season in Ibiza is going to lead to much other than getting lucky with a drunken holiday rep. But the knowledge, connections and experiences you come back with will hold you in great stead for the future, as the electronic music industry is so much more than just being able to rock a crowd behind the decks.
