UNUM FESTIVAL REVEALS PHASE 2 LINEUP FOR 2026

Gerd Janson, Arapu, Franco Cinelli, Cinthie, Doudou MD, Cap, Mateo Dufour and more have been added…

Five days and five nights of continuous music in the untouched paradise of Shëngjin, Albania just got even better.

UNUM Festival continues to build momentum for its 2026 edition with the announcement of its highly anticipated Phase 2 lineup, further cementing its position as one of the most essential dates in the global electronic music calendar and building on its success at the DJ Awards, where it was crowned Best Global Festival 2025.

Newly announced artists include Arapu, Ageless, Cap, DJ Tennis, Franco Cinelli, Gerd Janson, Prospa, Doudou MD, and Mateo Dufour and Isaac Carter adding fresh depth and dynamic range to an already standout program. A select number of special guests will still be revealed in Phase 3 in the coming months, strengthening what is set to become UNUM’s most comprehensive and forward-thinking edition to date.

Following its DJ Awards win, UNUM enters its seventh year with a rapidly growing international community and a carefully balanced blend of underground pioneers, contemporary tastemakers, and emerging talent.

The Phase 2 additions span deep minima of l, house, electro, and forward-leaning club sounds. They join an already heavyweight lineup featuring Ricardo Villalobos, Ben Klock, Raresh, Craig Richards, Cameron Jack, East End Dubs, Richy Ahmed, Dyed Soundorom, and Krystal Klear, alongside revered selectors such as Margaret Dygas, Dan Ghenacia, Praslea, Priku, Francesco Del Garda, Maher Daniel, Sahar, and Tobi Neumann.

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A Setting That Defines the Experience

Set between pine forest, mountain, and sea, UNUM’s three distinctive stages once again deliver its signature 24/7 journey:

The Pine Stage – the festival’s non-stop heartbeat, where music flows continuously beneath the forest canopy.

The Beach Stage – a sun-drenched meeting point of rhythm and coastline.

The Main Stage – anchoring the night with immersive, high-impact moments.

Among the most anticipated innovations for 2026 is a new panoramic afterparty concept overlooking the Adriatic. Hosted in a modern hilltop structure above Shëngjin and limited to just 500 guests, this intimate experience merges sunrise, architecture, and sound into what promises to be one of the festival’s most unforgettable moments.

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Tickets & Travel

Following record demand, Early Bird and Loyalty tickets are now sold out.

Tickets start at just €95, with full packages including accommodation, travel, and five days of festival access available from under €300 — offering one of Europe’s most immersive and accessible five-day music experiences.

Final tickets are selling fast.

Secure your place at unumfestival.com.

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“This is officially our fastest and biggest-selling edition to date, with more tickets sold than ever before. It’s a clear reflection of the growing demand for unique party spaces away from the usual, restrictive environments — spaces without barriers, built purely for connection and music.

UNUM has always been a party for the people — for those who value forward-thinking lineups, exceptional sound, and a truly picture-perfect setting. We can’t wait to reveal the full and final lineup, but for now we’re proud to share these latest additions and continue doing something genuinely unique with this year’s programme.”

— UNUM Festival Team

77 LONDON ANNOUNCES SPRING SEASON WITH DAMIAN LAZARUS, TRIKK, LOUIS BEKK, MAGA B2B SEAN DORON, CULOE DE SONG AND MORE

77 London has unveiled its Spring 2026 programme which will continue the venue’s carefully curated run of late-night sessions with a strong focus on house in all its forms and melodic underground sounds. The new season builds momentum through March, April and May, with appearances from the likes of Louis Bekk, Damian Lazarus, Nick Morgan, Trikk and Maga b2b Sean Doron.

Located beneath The BoTree in Marylebone, the subterranean 550-capacity 77 London has quickly established itself as a refined space for music experiences by pairing precision sound and otherworldly visuals with tightly programmed lineups that balance established names and underground talent. 

The spring schedule begins with CIZA, Phoenix and Kidflo on Friday 6 March followed by Louis Bekk, known for his deep-house grooves, alongside Sian Owens and Johnnie Hartmann on the Saturday. The following week sees a melodic showcase from Maga b2b Sean Doron, Cici and Liv Ravden on Friday 13 March, before Crosstown Rebels label head and longtime underground maverick Damian Lazarus returns for what will be a standout session on Friday 20 March alongside Timanti. He will bring his signature blend of psychedelic house and slow-burning dancefloor storytelling to the intimate venue. Saturday 21 March sees Trikk and Julya Karma headline with support from Nowa. The following week features Novak, VidoJean and Phoenix on Saturday 28 March. 

April continues with Culoe De Song, Nicky Summers and Remixa on Saturday 4 April, followed by a Selador Records showcase on Friday 10 April with Anthony Pappa, Carina Lawrence, CIOZ, Dave Seaman, Steve Party and Tim Engelhardt, spotlighting the respected melodic house and techno imprint. The programme extends into May with Nick Morgan scheduled for Friday 1 May.

For the new season, the mezzanine will introduce an all-night food offering, serving a curated selection of easy, high-quality dishes designed to keep guests fuelled all night long. 

With its L-Acoustics sound system, refined production and musically focused identity, 77 continues to position itself as a destination for quality-led programming in central London.

This will be another unmissable few months at 77 for those who like deep grooves and immersive dance floor escapes. 

Head to 77london.com for best priced tickets.

77 Welbeck Street London, W1G 0BB

Spring 2026

March

Fri 6 Mar – CIZA, Phoenix, Kid Flo

Sat 7 Mar – Louis Bekk, Johnnie Hartmann, Sian Owen 

Fri 13 Mar – Maga b2b Sean Doron, Cici, Liv Ravden

Sat 14 Mar - Rendezvous Takeover

Fri 20 Mar – Damian Lazarus, Timanti

Sat 21 Mar – Trikk, Julya Karma, Nowa

Fri 27 Mar - DovnRobs Takeover

Sat 28 Mar – Novak, VidoJean, Pheonix

April

Sat 4 Apr – Culoe De Song, Nicky Summers, Remixia

Sun 5 April - Solana Takeover

Fri 10 Apr – Selador Records Showcase

Sat 11 April - Indigenous Takeover

Sat 18 April - RnB Slow Jams Takeover

May

Fri 1 May – Nick Morgan

Sat 2 May - Temple Tales Takeover

Friday 8 May - Grossomoddo

MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED

DEFECTED REVEALS LINE-UP FOR CHINOIS IBIZA 2026 RESIDENCY EVERY THURSDAY 7 MAY – 8 OCTOBER

Global house authority will take over Thursday nights in the Ibiza Marina, delivering an expertly curated line-up of house talent week on week.
 
Known for its musical credibility, intimacy and a dancefloor-first philosophy, Chinois makes a perfect fit for Defected’s Ibiza this summer.

Defected has revealed the full line-up for its 2026 Ibiza season at Chinois Ibiza, taking over Thursday nights from 7 May to 8 October. Marking a defining new chapter for the label at the club in the heart of Ibiza’s Marina, walking distance from Ibiza Town. The 23-week residency brings together house music pioneers, global icons and a new generation of talent shaping the future of the genre. 
 
True to Defected’s ethos, the programme balances heritage with forward-thinking programming. From Chicago originator Lil Louis and Detroit visionary Carl Craig, to future stars such as Olive F, D Stone and Joella Jackson, right through to scene-defining figures Kerri Chandler, Kevin Saunderson and Armand Van Helden, Defected continues its long-standing commitment to platforming house music culture in Ibiza. 
 
Alongside them, contemporary heavyweights such as Dennis Ferrer, Eats Everything, Jayda G and Jonas Blue will bring peak-time energy to the Chinois dancefloor, while tastemakers including TSHA, Eliza Rose, Cinthie, KILIMANJARO and Ella Knight reflect the breadth of today’s house landscape. 
 
Defected’s own family remains central to the story, with label mainstays and residents including Sam Divine, Monki and Melé joined by a new wave of artists close to the label, such as Oden & Fatzo, Deetron, Riva Starr, Arielle Free and Shermanology. 
 
Speaking on the line-up announcement, Defected CEO Wez Saunders said: 
“Chinois is an incredible space, and this line-up reflects where Defected stands right now, honouring our roots while pushing the culture forward. It’s about world-class DJs, genuine community and the energy you only get when the right crowd meets the right music.” 
 
Since opening in 2022, Chinois Ibiza has built a reputation as one of the island’s most respected clubs, prioritising exceptional sound quality to earn its title as the ‘sonic temple of Ibiza’, in turn fostering a community-driven atmosphere often lacking in the island’s club landscape. Offering a refreshing alternative to the superclubs, it provides an authentic Ibiza experience, honouring the island's spirit. 
 
This year’s Defected season bears the tagline Defected Forever, celebrating over 25 years of togetherness on dancefloors around the world. Rooted in the belief that house music is about connection first and foremost, a social genre that creates lifelong friendships, Defected Forever celebrates the relationships and love stories formed within its global community and at its parties. Honouring Defected’s enduring legacy on the island and beyond, not just defined by records or residencies but by the people who have grown up with the brand and continue to find each other on its dancefloors year after year, the partnership with Chinois demonstrates Defected’s ongoing commitment to prioritising its community and dancefloor-first ethos. 
 
With weekly line-ups and special guests still to be revealed across the season, Defected’s move to Chinois is already shaping up to be one of the island’s most talked-about residencies of 2026. 
 
Defected takes over Chinois Ibiza every Thursday from 7 May – 8 October 2026. Tickets are on sale now here.