About Bedouin present Saga
Featuring captivating sounds and surrealist production, Bedouin present Saga ranks amongst the island's most mysterious residencies. Since its 2017 inception, the innovative club concept by Rami and Tamer has amassed a cult following.
Bedouin create a magical Middle Eastern-inspired experience with drapes, incense, exotic dancers, ethnic vocals and organic tones under hushed lighting. There's nothing else quite like it. Year three at Pacha will surely build on the foundations built in year one and two.
Want to know more? We answer all your questions: when? where? who? why? and how?
When?
Every Wednesday night, starting 22 May to 2 October | 23:59 to 06:00
Whilst generally speaking, the number of tourists on the island dips a little midweek, that can sometimes make for the most memorable dancefloors. Saga has a loyal crowd - very metropolitan with lots of nations represented amongst its audience, making it a real melting pot.
Where?
Pacha - Ibiza's oldest club, having opened its doors in 1973 - 50 years ago last year.
Originally a converted finca, the building has undergone more regenerations than Doctor Who, expanding and updating almost year-on-year. Today's version of the club is very different from the Pacha that stood in the same spot in 1973, as well as considerably larger.
In recent years, the dancefloor has been widened and the sound system upgraded, making the clubbing element equally as important as its famous VIP. In spite of the modern makeover, it still drips with that unmistakable Pacha signature.
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Who?
Rami Abousabe and Tami Malki comprise Bedouin, an American-based music production and DJ partnership. Together they share a broad sonic identity, pulled from their diverse background of their Middle Eastern heritage, west coast United States upbringing and worldly travels.
In 2017, Cirque du Soleil founder Guy Laliberté handpicked Bedouin to helm Sunday nights at the nearby former HEART Ibiza (now Club Chinois), where Saga was born. It went on to achieve both critical and public acclaim, winning the DJ Award for best club night in summer 2019.
This set Bedouin and Saga up for a lucrative move up the road to Pacha.
This summer, there's scheduled dates for Acid Pauli, AMÉMÉ, Damian Lazarus, Desiree (pictured above), DJ Koze, Henrik Schwarz, Jan Blomqvist, Jimi Jules, Joseph Capriati, Mano Le Tough, Sofia Kourtesis, Trikk and WhoMadeWho, so we're in for some great nights.
Last year's anthem of summer
Bedouin | Tijuana (Vintage Culture Remix) | Human By Default
Biggest week?
Our eyes were instantly drawn to 18 September, when Sven Väth makes his first Pacha Ibiza appearance since 2018 (pictured below). Is it an odd pairing on paper? Well, Sven makes no secret of his love for tribal and African music.
Might he see this as a chance to crack out some Fela Kuti? It's not unheard of.
Any other surprises?
If you thought Sven was a wildcard, then how about Patrick Mason on 28 August? Although billed as "House set", Patrick Mason is better known for his blood-pumping high bpm style of dance music. It'll certainly be interesting.
Other than that, the DJ set from James Blake on 3 July is another highlight.
Did you know?
The word "bedouin" in Arabic refers to a nomadic lifestyle in the Middle East, referencing Rami and Tamer's Eygptian and Jordanian roots and their "desert House" style of music.
Ibiza Spotlight's top tip
Are you familiar with Pacha's "eat your tickets" deal? Dine in its on-site El Restaurante immediately before the party, and gain free entry to the club afterwards without the need to purchase a ticket. Not only do you save money, but its one of our favourite ways to experience Pacha.
Moreover, it's one of the best restaurants on the island. We were fortunate enough to be invited along before the Saga opening party and were treated to foie gras filled glazed cherries, sushi dishes, grilled octopus tentacle and several sultry desserts. The food never fails to hit the spot!
You can see more of our experience by clicking here.
Handily, you can book directly from our party calendar.
How?
Just by heading below and grabbing your tickets. Simple, right? Tickets for all dates are on sale now.
PHOTOGRAPHY | by Raul Sanchez and Mario Pinta
