Dance In Multiple Languages at Francis Mercier’s Cross-Cultural Chinois Ibiza Residency, “Solèy”

In the perpetually evolving ecosystem of Ibiza nightlife, certain moments signal a shift in the island's cultural aesthetic. Francis Mercier's newly announced eight-week residency at Chinois is precisely one of those moments.

The Haitian DJ and producer is poised to plant his flag at Chinois with "Solèy," a unique DJ residency that treats global rhythms not as exotic accessories, but as essential ingredients. His choice of Chinois, nestled within the Ibiza Gran Hotel and rapidly establishing itself as "the club of Ibiza," speaks volumes about his ambitions.

"Solèy," Haitian Creole for "sun," serves as both the residency's name and its philosophical framework. Its radiant sound will pump from midnight to dawn, allowing you to dance literally until the sun comes up.

Mercier, who cut his teeth as a guest DJ at the venue last season, has committed to transforming Friday nights from June 13th through August 1st into a cross-cultural sonic expedition. His particular brand of musical cosmopolitanism carefully curates an experience where Afro-house beats intersect with Levantine melodics and Caribbean rhythms.

Mercier will also preset performances by Giolì & Assia, Nitefreak and Wakyin, who were named to EDM.com's Class of 2021, 2024 and 2025, respectively. Other notable artists include Something Else, the underground alias of Brazilian dance music superstar Alok; Major League DJz, the deeply influential Amapiano duo; and Sparrow & Barbossa, the Swiss-Uruguayan duo surging through the ranks of Afro-house.

Check out the 2025 schedule for Mercier's "Solèy" residency at Chinois below. Tickets are available now via the club's website.

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