The Sunwaves Festival is one of the most iconic and respected electronic music events in the world, known for its marathon beach parties. It has earned cult status in the global underground scene, especially within the minimal and tech-house genres.

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Ibiza BPM Radio announces that it will be the festival's official radio station, broadcasting live every day with interviews and live performances, reaching more than 150 countries online and via DAB in Ibiza & Formentera, Madrid, and Barcelona.

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Ibiza BPM Radio: Quality Electronic Sound Conquering the World from the White Island Ibiza BPM Radio has established itself as a leading station on the electronic music scene, broadcasting the spirit and the most avant-garde sounds of the island to a global audience. Founded in 2019 with the vision of offering a fresh, high-quality musical offering, the radio station has expanded to reach more than 150 countries, becoming a showcase for both established artists and emerging talent. Under the direction of its CEO and founder, Brazilian DJ and producer Paul Ross, Ibiza BPM Radio is distinguished by its careful musical selection, which covers a wide range of genres within electronic music.

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Its programming features styles such as Organic House, Deep House, House, Tech House, Electronic , Downtempo,  Melodic Deep ,  Melodic House Melodic Techno and Afro House, offering listeners sets and sessions that capture the essence of Ibiza's most sophisticated dance floors. The station is not limited to broadcasting music, but has also positioned itself as a platform for supporting new artists, providing them with a window of international exposure. This commitment to emerging talent is one of the pillars of its philosophy, constantly seeking to innovate and enrich the electronic scene.

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Beyond music, Ibiza BPM Radio has established itself as a lifestyle benchmark, broadening its focus to encompass tourism and gastronomy.

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This positioning is reinforced by its  role as the official radio station for events of major international importance. Every year, the station covers important events such as the International Tourism Fair (FITUR) and the Madrid Fusión gastronomy congress, bringing the latest trends and developments in these sectors to its global audience. Through specialised programmes and sections, the radio station blends club culture with travel experiences and culinary pleasures. 

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With a strong online presence through its official website and its own mobile app, Ibiza BPM Radio offers a listening experience accessible from anywhere in the world. In addition, it celebrates its history with exclusive events, such as the recent commemoration of its seventh anniversary in August 2025, which featured performances by renowned artists and reaffirmed its commitment to club culture and quality music.

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History and Characteristics

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* Romanian origin: It was born on Mamaia Beach, Romania, in 2007. It became famous for its sets that lasted until dawn (and beyond), with DJs playing on a sandy beach facing the Black Sea. Its 24-hour-plus sessions have been legendary.

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*  Rominimal’ approach: The festival was the perfect playground for the development of the “rominimal” sound, a subgenre of minimal techno led by Romanian artists such as Rhadoo, Petre Inspirescu and Raresh (often known as the ‘Romanian trio’).

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* Unique atmosphere: What sets it apart is its atmosphere. The outdoor parties, sunrises, and dedication of the attendees make it an experience unlike any other festival. It is a place for true music lovers, not just for partying.

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Artists and Past Editions

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The Sunwaves lineup has always featured the best of minimal, tech-house, and techno. Although it focuses on the Romanian scene, it has always attracted big international names.

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* Regular artists: The ‘Romanian trio’ (Rhadoo, Petre Inspirescu, Raresh) are pillars of the festival. Other artists who regularly perform include Dubfire, Ricardo Villalobos, Loco Dice, Joseph Capriati, Seth Troxler, Jamie Jones, Marco Carola and many others.

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* Editions: The festival holds two editions per year: one in spring and one in summer. Each edition is numbered, so over the years there have been editions numbered 30, 31, 32, etc. Starting in 2024, the festival expanded its horizons with a second venue in Spain.

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Sunwaves 2025 Roquetas de Mar - Almeria

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The year 2025 marks an important turning point for the festival.

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* Change of venue: One of the most significant pieces of news is that the Romanian edition of the festival will come to an end in 2024. From 2025 onwards, Sunwaves will no longer be held at its original location in Mamaia.

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* Spanish edition: The Spanish venue has gained prominence. Sunwaves has announced that its autumn 2025 edition (SW36) will be held in Roquetas de Mar, Almería, from 4 to 8 September.

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* New features: Ibiza Bpm Radio Stage, which will be the official radio station for the festival and will feature our beloved Paul Ross on Saturday 6 September at 8 p.m.

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 * Artists: As of today, the artists confirmed for the 2025 editions have already been announced and, as usual, full  of energy, good waves, the sun shining and the amazing beach  will maintain its essence with both renowned artists and emerging talents from the underground scene.

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* Line-up: Aj Christou, Alexis Cabrera, ALTN, Andrei Ciubuc, Angel Heredia, Arapu, Bila, Blitz, Cap, Cezar, Cuartero, Dan Andrei, Dubfire, Dyerd Soundroom, East End Dubs, Franky Rizardo, Gescu, Gojena76, Herodot, Ilario Alicante, Joey Daniel, Maher Daniel, Mahony, Maks, Manda Moor, Marco Faraone, Margaret Dygas, Mason Collective, Melanie Ribbe, Morgan, Paul Ross, Priku, Raresh, Rhaddo, Seko, Sera de Villalta, Sideny Charles, Sonja Moonear, Sucu, Traumer and Vizan