IBIZA 2026
El Tony
Producer Academy
October 1–7, 2026 | Ibiza
From October 1–7, 2026, the El Tony Producer Academy returns to Ibiza. Eight selected Electronic Music Producers will spend one week in a villa with a professional studio setup, working side by side with established coaches while immersing themselves in the island's unique creative energy.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The Academy combines music production, personal coaching, and unforgettable experiences within Ibiza's electronic music scene.
- Writing Camp – Daily studio sessions to develop ideas, produce tracks, and finish music together.
- Coaching – Personal feedback on production, arrangement, mixing, sound design, and your individual artistic identity.
- Scene Insights – Exclusive access to clubs, studios, and Ibiza's electronic music scene.
- Community – Collaborative sessions, beach breaks, sunsets, and valuable connections with coaches and fellow producers.
- Beyond the Academy – Impress us, and we'll continue supporting you after the Academy by helping you connect with suitable record labels.
HOW TO APPLY
- Download the curated Sample Pack by SKALA and Kid Simius.
- Create your own original track using the provided samples and let your creativity run free.
- Record a short video introducing yourself, explaining the story behind your track, and telling us why you want to become part of the El Tony Producer Academy.
- Submit your track and video via the application form by August 23, 2026.
- By submitting your application, you agree to our Terms & Conditions for the challenge and also the academy. Please read them carefully.
- A jury will select eight participants based on the evaluation criteria. The selected producers will be announced by September 6, 2026.
Coaches
Learn from established producers and benefit from their knowledge, experience, and industry network.
SKALA
SKALA is one of the most exciting producers in the international melodic electronic music scene. Based in Berlin, she blends organic percussion, powerful basslines, atmospheric melodies, and distinctive vocals into a signature sound that plays with the contrast between darkness and light.
Her music has been released on renowned labels including Innervisions, Stil vor Talent, and Radikon. As co-founder of the label Amaeo, she also supports innovative electronic music and emerging artists.
Performances at venues and events such as Off Sonar, Electric Brixton, and tours across Europe, India, Central America, and the Middle East have established SKALA on the international stage. With her emotional live performances and captivating DJ sets, she has become one of the most sought-after artists in the global electronic music scene.
KID SIMIUS
Kid Simius is one of the most versatile producers in the European electronic music scene. Originally from Granada and now based in Berlin, he effortlessly blends house, Balearic, disco, and electronic music into his unmistakable sound.
His music has been released on renowned labels including Permanent Vacation, Running Back, Shall Not Fade, Studio Barnhus and Watergate Records. Through his own label, Jirafa Records, he also provides a platform for innovative electronic music.
As co-writer of the platinum-selling hit "Lila Wolken" by Marteria, with more than 30 million streams across his most successful releases and performances at festivals such as Tomorrowland, Sónar, Melt! and Fusion. Kid Simius has built an international reputation. His productions, live performances, and collaborations with artists including Paul Kalkbrenner, Sofia Kourtesis, Bonobo, WhoMadeWho, and DJ Tennis have made him one of the defining figures of contemporary electronic music.
The eight producers who took part in the Producer Academy 2025:
MaMan
MaMan is the alias of Julian Steenbergen, a Dutch electronic music producer and pianist who blends melodic house with nature-inspired soundscapes. Signed to Enormous Tunes, he has already racked up millions of streams and received support from artists such as Nora En Pure. Known for his cinematic live shows and a strong environmental message, MaMan uses his platform to raise awareness of climate action. He is currently working on his debut studio album as well as an audiovisual live show that blends music and storytelling.
kreaem
Hailing from Geneva, kreaem is a Swiss-Lebanese producer who creates immersive soundscapes, blurring the boundaries between hip-hop, electronic music and soul-infused beats. Known for his gentle, ethereal productions, his music invites listeners to pause, reflect and surrender completely to the moment. With a growing presence on the Swiss and international electronic music scene, kreaem is constantly pushing the boundaries of mood-driven music and establishing himself as a distinctive voice in contemporary production.
Mousik
Mousik, pronounced ‘Moe-sik’, is a DJ and producer from Zurich, Switzerland. Inspired by the chords and melodies of electronic dance music artists from the early 2010s, he discovered his passion for producing his own music – heavily influenced by the scene of that era. His style can best be described as a blend of melodic house and techno with subtle Afro influences.
His productions have already been released on labels such as Synergy Recordings and Elliptical Sun, and further tracks are currently in the works. Mousik has played at renowned Zurich clubs such as Hive, Klaus, Kaufleuten, Bar 3000, Kraftwerk and Stubä, and has also performed at gigs throughout Switzerland as well as on several occasions in Austria and Germany.
Audae
Audae is a French producer, singer and DJ who currently divides her time between Berlin and France. Since moving to Berlin in 2021, she has immersed herself deeply in the city’s underground electronic scene and developed a unique style that blends atmospheric sounds with French vocals. Her work is characterised by an exploration of themes such as self-discovery, ecology and personal transformation.
Inspired by both the raw energy of Berlin techno and her Mediterranean roots, Audae creates tracks that blend power and delicacy. Her productions are characterised by hypnotic rhythms and immersive melodies that always retain a strong emotional dimension. In this way, she succeeds in connecting with her audience through both the sound and the emotions it conveys.
Along the way, Audae has already collaborated with producers such as Ouhana, Badwolf and Jiony, and released several EPs and singles on prestigious labels in Germany and Mexico. She has played at renowned festivals and in clubs such as Fusion, Feel, Bucht der Träumer, Dockville, KaterBlau and Wilde Renate. Her reach is also growing beyond Germany – for example, with a performance in France at Canal Barboteur, made possible by the Groover Springboard.
In 2024, she was selected for the ‘Listen to Berlin’ compilation, which highlights her potential within the Berlin scene. Her next EP release will be on Groover Obsession, cementing her rising international status. In May 2025, she will also take part in two prestigious residencies: one in Nantes with Simo Cell and another at Durbuy Studio in Belgium. Through these projects, Audae is increasingly establishing herself as an innovative and promising voice in electronic music, who knows how to reach an ever-wider audience through her creations.
Jess Mawi
Jess Mawi is a Swiss singer and DJ who blends tech-house with driving grooves. She has been singing since childhood, but it was only after seeing Marc Rebillet perform live that she found the inspiration to take to the stage herself and produce her own music. She recorded her very first song using GarageBand on her mobile and cheap headphones – the quality may have been modest, but the vibes were boundless. For Jess, music is all about connection and positive energy: seeing people dance, smile and feel the beat is what fills her heart.
Yves-Maurice
Yves-Maurice is an electronic music live act, DJ and producer whose sound is characterised by soulful vocals, energetic synths and unique tracks with a pop sensibility. For over 15 years, the piano has been a constant companion on his musical journey, which has its roots in classical, jazz and rock – genres that continue to shape and inspire his work to this day. His releases have already appeared on renowned labels such as Armada and OneSevenMusic.
JoelDemora
JoelDemora is a 23-year-old producer from Switzerland who lives for music. After completing his training as a mediamatician, he decided to devote himself entirely to his passion – and has been going from strength to strength ever since. Along the way, he has already collaborated with artists such as Moneybagg Yo, Lil Durk and Sierra Kidd, and celebrated milestones including a Billboard number one hit, a platinum certification and a number one album. Drawing on this experience, he has now brought his energy and creativity to the Producer Academy.
Solis
Solis is one of the most promising names on the Austrian EDM scene. A young artist with a clear vision, a modern artist brand and the unwavering drive to turn big dreams into reality. Following his victory in the JBL x Martin Garrix Academy Contest 2022– which earned him a festival slot at Parookaville – and a support gig for Martin Garrix at the Superbloom Festival 2023, Solis took things to the next level in 2024: He played as the support act for James Arthur at the legendary Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, supported Martin Garrix once again in Val Thorens (France) and, with a performance on Tomorrowland’s iconic ‘Rise’ stage, achieved one of the most coveted milestones in the global electronic music scene – definitive proof that he is ready for the big stage.
In 2025, Solis is busier than ever – with more festival shows than ever before, including an energetic set at the Electric Love Festival, Austria’s biggest stage for dance music, as well as a support slot for the one-of-a-kind Andromedik. He also returned to the JBL x Martin Garrix Academy – this time not as a participant, but as a creative mentor and marketing expert, to support the next generation of talent.
Under his former alias, Xenea, Solis racked up over 3 million Spotify streams. Now, under his stage name Solis, he’s working on a packed portfolio of melodic, powerful releases – ready to make this his most defining year yet.
