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Ibiza Euphoria

Dave Pearce · 2002

156 min · 34 tracks

A euphoric blend of house beats and melodic anthems that captures the essence of Ibiza's vibrant nightlife.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Southern Sun (DJ Tiësto mix) — This track exemplifies the peak of trance music during this era, featuring soaring melodies and an anthemic feel that transports listeners straight to the dancefloor.
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    Love Will Set You Free (Jambe Myth) — With its uplifting lyrics and infectious beat, this track encapsulates the hopeful spirit of the Ibiza party scene, making it a favorite among club-goers.
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    Seven Cities (Amin Van Buuren mix) — Renowned for its iconic soundscape, this remix showcases a perfect blend of progressive elements and emotional depth, solidifying its place as a timeless classic within the genre.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100
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Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album effectively captures the essence of Ibiza's nightlife but relies heavily on remixes and established sounds.

What we noticed

  • The album features a continuous mix of tracks, maintaining a steady tempo that rarely deviates from the upbeat house rhythm.
  • Several tracks incorporate vocal samples and melodic hooks, creating anthemic moments that are characteristic of dance music.
  • The running time is extended with 34 tracks, many of which are remixes, leading to a varied yet cohesive sound throughout.
  • Transitions between tracks are smooth, often blending elements from one song into the next without noticeable breaks.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Love Will Set You Free (Jambe Myth) 5:25
  • 2 Just the Way You Are (Full Intention club mix) 4:11
  • 3 Insatiable (Junior Jack vs. Kid Creme vocal mix) 4:25
  • 4 Don't Rush Me 5:01
  • 5 Tic Toc (Magik Muzik remix) 4:21
  • 6 Chocolate Room 4:05
  • 7 I Love You 4:09
  • 8 One Step Too Far (Rollo & Sister Bliss remix) 5:20
  • 9 Southern Sun (DJ Tiësto mix) 6:38
  • 10 Bass Generator (Robbie Rivera's Big Room vocal mix) 2:46
  • 11 Beautiful Child 3:36
  • 12 No Space (Hemstock & Jennings remix) 4:50
  • 13 Silver Bath 4:49
  • 14 Back to Cali (Push remix) 4:35
  • 15 Mother (Altitude remix 1) 4:40
  • 16 Cafe Del Mar (Marco V remix) 4:55
  • 17 Beautiful 4:47

Disc 2

  • 1 Luv Da Sunshine (original club mix) 5:20
  • 2 Love Story (Tim Deluxe remix) 6:05
  • 3 Are You Out There 5:28
  • 4 Shout (Hemstock & Jennings mix) 4:38
  • 5 Awakening 4:31
  • 6 The First Rebirth 4:49
  • 7 The Theme (Altitude remix) 5:00
  • 8 Emotion 4:03
  • 9 Try (Alphazone remix) 5:17
  • 10 In Your Hands (Minimalistic mix) 4:08
  • 11 The Earthshaker 4:36
  • 12 Mooga (Hemstock & Jennings remix) 4:10
  • 13 The Crowd Song 3:42
  • 14 One More 3:45
  • 15 Space 4:15
  • 16 Trip to Eden 3:33
  • 17 Seven Cities (Amin Van Buuren mix) 4:17

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