PETE TONG’S DJ ACADEMY WELCOMES TWO NEW TUTORS – ADAM BEYER AND SAMA’ ABDULHADI

The Pete Tong DJ Academy opened its doors to the world back in April of 2022 and since then it has become home to some of the most exciting up and coming talent. Today, the team behind the academy are very excited to announce that two of dance music's brightest stars will be joining the stellar lineup of tutors at the PTDJA; Adam Beyer and Sama’ Abdulhadi.

One of the most highly respected artists in electronic music, who is clearly at the forefront of the techno scene for the past 20 years, is superstar DJ/Producer Adam Beyer. We are excited to announce he’ll be joining the PTDJA as the latest addition to the stacked roster of tutors, alongside the international superstar DJ from Palestine, Sama’ Abdulhadi.

Adam is at the peak of global club culture, leading Drumcode to become one of the most internationally recognised brands, presenting over 250 releases and counting, and the infamous Drumcode parties around the world. With all the experience both as an artist and entrepreneur, Adam has depth knowledge of many facets of the game besides mixing like the importance and ins and outs of A&R which is vital knowledge for a DJ’s success.

Leading the techno scene for the past two decades; Adam’s ever-growing legacy will now include leading the students of the PTDJA into becoming the future of electronic music; it’s safe to say that they are in good hands.

"I am thrilled to join the Pete Tong DJ Academy as a tutor, alongside other industry legends and the incredibly talented Sama’ Abdulhadi. I am excited to pass on my knowledge and experience to the next generation of artists, helping them navigate the complexities of the industry and achieve success. The Pete Tong DJ Academy is an amazing opportunity for aspiring DJs from around the world to learn from the best in the business. I am eager to share my expertise while also emphasising the importance of entrepreneurship in the music industry. As we approach the IMS this April in Ibiza and the announcement of the Future Talent Awards winner, I am proud to be part of an institution that believes in nurturing talent from all walks of life. I can't wait to start working with these passionate and talented individuals and witness the future of electronic music unfold." – Adam Beyer

Prior to becoming the first international superstar DJ from Palestine, Sama’ began her musical journey when she left home for Beirut’s burgeoning techno scene, where she broke through with her famous Boiler Room debut set in 2018. Leaving home hasn’t stopped her from staying close to her roots; she supports the ever-growing number of musicians and creatives in Palestine in various ways like setting up the collective Union in Ramallah which serves as a hub for DJs, producers and creative minds of Palestine.

“It’s an incredible feeling being part of the Pete Tong DJ Academy, it’s like joining The Avengers! The guest DJs I will be teaching alongside, are literally the first DJs I ever saw in my life, I would save every penny to go to Beirut to see them. These DJs are the reason I am a DJ, I used to study their sets day in, day out. To think if back then, I had access to something like this? It’s basically the inside of my heroes’ brains! I had no choice back then to do it by ear which is an extra important practice.” - Sama.

It comes as no surprise that she is the latest tutor to join the academy; with her passion for giving back to the community and passing on her knowledge, the academy sees her as a perfect fit to the ever-evolving team that will shape the next generation of DJs.

“My involvement will range from technique, to reading crowds, to transitions, to mapping Traktor, everything I know so far from A-Z. I really hope you all find the answers to the questions you are looking for - even if you are already a well-known DJ looking for new tricks and tips”. Sama

The academy boasts of over 90 lessons spread out in a timely manner so students can nurture their skillset and learn every aspect of a DJs career by the hand of some of the most renowned DJs including Nicole Moudaber, Carl Cox, Jamie Jones, TSHA, Pete Tong. Its talent pool is home to over 1,500 aspiring DJs from more than 60 countries.

We’re fast approaching IMS this April in Ibiza, where Pete will be announcing the winner of their coveted Future Talent Awards. Launched earlier this year, 50 free places were made available to budding bedroom DJ’s who perhaps didn't have the financial capabilities to join, but no less have a wealth of talent to prove their potential and desire to become the new face of dance music. It opened the academy to everyone, no matter who you are or where you are from.

PYRAMID UNVEILS BOLDEST AND MOST AMBITIOUS SEASON TO DATE FOR AMNESIA RETURN

Amnesia's cutting edge Pyramid party is ready and waiting to set all new levels in summer 2023. From June 11th to October 8th, the music-centric underground gathering has planned its most ambitious and eclectic season to date with vast line-ups packed deep with world class talents that broaden Pyramid's musical horizons like never before. Every shade of electronic music will be covered by the best in the game, with Ibiza exclusives, mind blowing live shows and mouth watering bookings all set to make it the biggest year yet for this already iconic party. 

The unreal list of exclusives for this scintillating summer include Minus label head and techno titan Richie Hawtin, a back to back from everybody's favourite minimal maestros Ricardo Villalobos and Luciano, Romanian minimal pioneers [A:RPIA:R], plus Reinier Zonneveld (Live), the Dutch powerhouse bringing hard edge acid and techno back to the fore. 

Pyramid showcases its dedication to offer its most diverse sounds yet with a special live set from synth wizard Caribou and a DJ set from the world music magician Bonobo. Next to those cultured sounds come the hard edge techno of 999999999 and I Hate Models, the pure house joy of Kerri Chandler, the dark assaults of Hector Oaks, meticulously crafted space techno from Maceo Plex, all out rave, acid and jungle from Special Request, emotive bangers from DJ Boring, cultured deepness from Chaos in the CBD and timeless electro from Jennifer Cardini amongst so much more.

GRAMMY nominee Honey Dijon brings her Chicago-informed house and disco to Pyramid for the very first time and heads up a vast array of female talent that includes Nina Kraviz, Avalon Emerson, Amelie Lens, Deborah De Luca, Stella Bossi, Juliet Fox, Sama´ Abdulhadi, Sonja Moonear and plenty more. 

On top of all this unmissable action, Pyramid has got plenty more surprises up its sleeve including one-off events with game changing festivals Junction 2 and Sunwaves and plenty more including the Pyramid Special warm up party on April 28th which offers a taster of what is to come in summer. 

Pyramid was busy in winter hosting its signature parties around the world from Argentina to Zurich, Barcelona to London, Mallorca to Naples. But now it is time to return to its spiritual home, to make new musical memories and offer its most comprehensive and essential season to date.

Amnesia's in-house night Pyramid has become one of Ibiza's most respected house and techno parties. It features vast line-ups that bring not just one headliner but many different top-level talents to the world famous club. The party has also hosted its own float at the Zurich Street Parade, is well known for its legendary opening and closing events and regular sets from international DJ stars like Four Tet, Ricardo Villalobos, Denis Sulta b2b Skream, Deborah De Luca, Marco Faraone, Raresh b2b Praslea, Adam Beyer, Sven Väth, Marcel Dettmann b2b DJ Stingray 313, Maceo Plex, Sonja Moonear, Luciano, Ben Klock, Avalon Emerson, Floating Points, Bicep Live, Nina Kraviz, Len Faki and tens more. Because of this, Pyramid has recaptured the essence of early Ibiza parties with its focus on standout headliners, all night long dances and cutting edge technology all heightening the unique experience.

TIME WARP MAKES EPIC RETURN WITH BIGGEST EVER CROWD

20,000 fans from all over the world were in attendance at Time Warp’s much anticipated return to Mannheim

Time Warp came back to its spiritual home in Mannheim with a bang on April 1st. After four years away because of the pandemic, the world's most renowned electronic music festival raised the bar with 20, 000 visitors from all over the world dancing to the best DJs on the planet with some of the most bold and adventurous production in the industry. 

It all went down at Maimarkthalle, a huge fair hall that hosted its first Time Warp in 1995 and was a great home for this much anticipated return. The festival took place over the two main floors as well as the Maimarkt-Club which was a third space, then the vast outdoor tents offered two more places to dance and a glass pavilion also provided some unforgettable scenes as the sun shone in through the windows.  

Say the team, "We are very grateful that after a four year break we brought back the energy and the entire family with artists and fans from all over the world. We are happy that all our new floor designs worked out well and were much appreciated by fans and artists alike. We managed again to present a perfect symbiosis of materials, fabrics, light, sound and video."

Amongst the many headliners were the likes of Sven Väth, The Blessed Madonna, Adam Beyer, Amelie Lens, Charlotte de Witte, Nina Kraviz, Paula Temple, Ricardo Villalobos, Marco Carola, Seth Troxler, Dixon, DJ Koze. Richie Hawtin also played and took to Instagram after the show to say, "Thank you @time_warp_official for another beautiful trip into the world of pulsating frequencies…..In a world where Techno is common place and known (but not understood) by everyone, it’s a pleasure to have an audience that is ready for a journey into the unknown. …..thank you to TIME WARP for giving us all a platform that allows us to all resonate together in the purest way!”

Forward thinking music has always been at the heart of Time Warp and that was the case again this year. Keep your eyes peeled for news of the next event as the 30 year anniversary edition approaches in 2024.