Top raver, booth infiltrator and our very own AM to PM girl, Lissy Lübeck is back on Ibiza for summer 2024, which means another weekly serving of misadventures in clubland. Here, Lissy shares her thoughts, experiences and inner musings direct from the dancefloor.
A year older, perhaps. But a year wiser? Nah.
If you heard it from anybody else, you'd dismiss it as hyperbole, but Lissy Lü's real life is like that... Partying as a profession is a hard life, but somebody's got to do it!
Football heartache
12 to 16 July
Friday
Happy birthday Hayley! A team birthday is always a fun day. Today we celebrated Hayley's latest lap of the sun. She chose to dine in at Aragma, a new Greek spot owned by Tapas Ibiza. Situated just next to Rita's Cantina, it may be a little hidden, but it should not be missed.
Homemade traditional dips, meats and fish dishes and exceptional service, this is a great place to hit up if you fancy something Mediterranean a little further afield than the Iberian Penisula.
After a quick pitstop for some pre-drinks at Que Pasa?, the night was ended in the hills of San José, where I DJed at a beautiful villa on-and-off all night long. I had to get the practice in for Amnesia, where I debut next week. Eek!
Sunday
A big day for both the Spanish and the English, today was the final of Euro 2024. Before kick-off, I spent the day at Cala Gracio beach. Despite an influx of jellyfish, I managed to find a spot that didn't seem to be invaded, where everyone migrated to cool off.
After a lovely little sun soaked siesta, it was a quick turnaround before heading back to Playa d'en Bossa for the one of the most important games of football in recent years.
Ibiza Spotlight occupied a third of the outdoor seating at Moma, with a group 20 strong depositing ourselves in front of the large screen. For 90 minutes, you could cut the tension with a knife.
So close, yet so far (again). Despite a heartwrenching defeat for the England team, it was an incredible game to watch.
The team did us proud, but we have to give props to Spain - the deserved winners. Not only the better team on the night, but the best team in the whole tournament. Congratulations.
Monday
This summer, I’ve been lucky enough to have been on a couple of boat trips to Formentera. Today for Danny's birthday Alan and Christian, AKA Mambo Brothers, kindly lent us their boat for the day, complete with our own personal skipper.
On board were sea bobs, paddle boards and an infinite selection of drinks for us. This would be my first attempt at sea bobbing. I whizzed (elegantly, I thought at the time) between billionaire super yachts. Not your standard Monday, to say the least.
Later, we stopped at Chezz Gerdi for a spot of lunch. Its portion of mussels could well be big enough for two people, but I devoured the entire bowl. No shame.
It was also celebrity central, with a few famous and familiar faces including DJ Andrea Oliva and football WAG, Cindy Kimerberly (if you know, you know).
Tuesday
Getting in our influencer stride, the clubbing team headed down to Ryans Lola's in Cala de Bou to experience its exclusive Room 666. That's right, there's definitely a satanic theme flowing through the restaurant and hotel, but everyone sheds their angel wings a little when they get to Ibiza (!)
A fully kitted out suite, we arrived to a lovely welcome pack of merch and sweet goodies, before we tucked into our first round of burgers. Yes, this is the deal when you book to stay in the Room 666: an unlimited supply of burgers throughout the duration of your stay! Dangerous, I know.
Check-out our epic reel on Insta if you're intrigued to learn more.
Restaurant of the week
Ibiza Town's newest culinary hotspot Puerto Fino Steakhouse is the place to be for all meat lovers.
With over 12 years of experience in the meat industry, Chef Joaco selects only the finest cuts from around the world. You can even cook the steak yourself from the comfort of your table, whilst billionaires' super yachts pull in and you soak up the buzz of the Old Town's stunning backdrop.
Party radar
Swedish House Mafia | Ushuaïa | Sunday 28 July
It's the return of the Swedes, as they're back for the second date of their 2024 residency at Ushuaïa. It has to be reiterated that it's the trio's first island residency in over a decade! What a moment.
Last week, Swedish House Mafia blew it out the park at their opening night, where they were supported by Guatemalan Tech House sensation Gordo. This week, electronic duo Overmono will be the special guests joining the legendary group, with Zulan and Bonso on support.
You can check out my interview with Steve Angello here to find out a bit more about the trio and their plans for the summer ahead.
Whisper from the dancefloor
If you thought KEINEMUSIK were huge last year, their popularity has grown to astronomical levels again in 2024 - especially here on Ibiza. Every show is a certified sell-out. Despite their growing profile and ever-increasing fan base, I'm hearing they will be back at the beach in 2024...
The first half of September is looking "kloud-y"!
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Tune of the week
Jay de Lys | Im So Wavy | Deeperfect | 12 July
Born in a musically rich family, Argentina's Jay de Lys is now climbing the ranks of Tech House after some major releases on labels such as Saved Records, Paradise, Toolroom, Moon Habour and now Stefano Norferini's Deeperfect.
This track has garnered support from artists spanning the whole of the Music On family, as well as Joseph Capriati, with its signature groove and catchy vocal. This will be making its way into my Amnesia set later this month, for sure.
Thirsty for more misadventures in clubland? The next entry from Lissy Lü's dancefloor diary is online now.
Read previous weeks' capers here:
Double-trouble
Work hard, play harder
Trading places
Foodie heaven
You can find the full archive, plus Lissy's Ibiza 2024 Hitlist playlist by visiting this page.
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