If there is one thing we love here on the White Isle, it is witnessing the evolution of a true grassroots movement turning into a global powerhouse. The buzz has been building for months, and now it is official. The British house sensation Max Dean is taking his acclaimed brand, NEXUP, to the holy grail of clubbing: Amnesia Ibiza. For those of us who have followed his rapid ascent from the underground circuit to main stages, this feels like the natural next step. We are looking at two massive dates that promise to shake the foundations of the San Rafael temple: Monday, 25 May and Monday, 5 October 2026. This isn't just another booking; it is a statement that the next generation of tech house has firmly arrived.
From Essex Basements to the White Isle's Main Stage
To understand the significance of this residency, you have to look at the trajectory of the man behind the decks. Max Dean has skyrocketed through the electronic music ranks with a speed that is nothing short of dizzying. Since 2022, he has transitioned from an Essex-based selector to an internationally recognized figure, amassing nearly 200,000 Instagram followers along the way. But numbers only tell half the story. It is the energy he brings to the booth that really sets him apart.
We have seen him tear up iconic UK venues like The Warehouse Project and Drumsheds, creating moments of pure euphoria where the connection between DJ and crowd is electric. Now, bringing that raw, unfiltered UK energy to Amnesia Ibiza marks a significant milestone. It positions NEXUP alongside a fresh wave of promoters and artists like Kettama and Josh Baker, who are currently redefining the island's sonic landscape.
Bookending the Summer: A Strategic Takeover
The scheduling of these two dates is particularly clever. By claiming Monday, 25 May and Monday, 5 October, Max Dean is effectively bookending the Ibiza season. The May date will capture that frantic, high-octane excitement of the opening weeks, where everyone is fresh and hungry for bass. Conversely, the October date taps into the emotional intensity of the closing parties, where the music hits just a little harder as we say goodbye to the summer.
While the full lineups are still under wraps, we know that NEXUP functions as an incubator for emerging talent, and we expect Max Dean to bring his musical family along for the ride. The ecosystem he has built includes rising stars who are poised to become household names.
"The NEXUP brand has grown from sold-out UK shows to international recognition, establishing itself as a hub for cutting-edge house and tech house sounds."
You can expect to see artists like his cousin Luke Dean, alongside Locky, Tommy Phillips, Cam Stockman, Watchers, and Summer Ghemati. These artists represent the future, and seeing them command the decks at a venue as legendary as Amnesia will be a special moment for the culture.
A Celebration of the New School
Beyond the music, NEXUP represents a shift in how parties are curated. It is less about the superstar ego and more about the collective experience. Having already hosted events at 528 Ibiza and with a special IMS show scheduled for April, the brand is planting deep roots in Ibiza soil. When you step onto that dancefloor in May, you won't just be attending a party; you will be witnessing the torch being passed to a new vanguard of electronic artists.
Tickets are already moving, and given the dedicated community Max Dean has cultivated, we recommend securing your spot early. Whether you are a die-hard fan of that UK tech-house bounce or simply a lover of Ibiza's evolving nightlife history, these two Mondays are essential dates for your 2026 calendar. Are you ready to see what the future sounds like?
See you on the dancefloor!
