Lying in the heart of the Pyrenees, L'Abarset isn’t just a club, it’s a whole electrifying experience, fusing the adrenalin of skiing and the euphoria of the best electronic music. Imagine sliding down the snow-covered slopes in Grandvalira and then letting yourself become immersed in the hypnotic beats of the world’s best DJs …
L'Abarset is a must for those who want to take après-ski in Andorra to another level, and this article takes a look at its trajectory and the names of the most influential artists who have spun its decks in recent years.
Fatboy Slim
Norman Cook, known worldwide as Fatboy Slim, is a legend when it comes to electronic music and EDM, and his career spans more than three decades. Famous for his big beat style and showman qualities, Fatboy Slim brought his contagious energy to L'Abarset in 2023, making the day-time skiing and techno après-ski party a truly epic event. His DJ sets are full of timeless classics and inventive remixes that keep his public in a constant state of WOW! Fatboy Slim’s skill in mixing different genre and creating an unforgettable atmosphere have made him one of the club’s most popular and respected artists.
Marco Faraone
Marco Faraone, has roots in the vibrant Italian techno scene, and has earned worldwide recognition thanks to his skilful fusion of powerful beats and hypnotic melodies. He has released music under well-known labels such as Drumcode and Rekids, and several years ago Faraone established his place at the top of the techno ladder. His distinctive style and his skill at creating dynamic sets have made his techno parties at L'Abarset real highlight moments, offering the perfect mixture of energy and sophisticated sounds.
Wade
Originally from Spain, Wade has conquered the electronic scene with his distinctive style combining techno, house and tech-house. The way he creates an atmosphere of pure energy using his technical expertise have led him to perform in some of the world’s leading clubs and festivals. At L'Abarset, Wade is known for his bubbling techno DJ sets that keep the audience moving all night long. He skilfully mixes different genres and creates a cohesive experience that has become one of the club’s favourites. His visit to our temple in the 2023 season will be remembered by many of us, no doubt, for many years to come.
Andrés Campo
Andrés Campo is the epitome of versatility and passion on the electronic scene. His style covers the darkest techno to the most vibrant house, and Campo has proved to be a multi-faceted, highly talented DJ and producer. His sets at L'Abarset are legendary because of his skill in connecting with the audience and maintaining a constant level of high energy on the dance floor, as also happened in the 2023 season with an amazing set that kept us dancing all night. Campo has released under labels such as Suara and has DJed in iconic events such as Elrow, cementing his reputation as a force to be reckoned with on today’s electronic music scene.
Viviana Casanova
Viviana Casanova has emerged as one of the most vibrant figures on the international techno scene. Her innate ability to connect with the audience and her impeccable taste in music, make her sets true journeys brimming with energy and emotion. Casanova has conquered significant international venues and at L'Abarset everyone could see the impact of her performance, leaving her mark on each techno session she gave us in our temple, high up in the Pyrenees.
Gordo
Gordo, formerly known as Carnage, has made a fascinating transition from trap and EDM to techno, and he brought his distinctive style to L'Abarset as part of the Brunch Electronik. His music fuses elements of techno and house with a unique intensity, creating a sound experience that is equally original and captivating. Gordo has proved to be a versatile artist, able to adapt and evolve with the music scene. Everyone enjoyed his set at L'Abarset during the Brunch Electronik on 15 March 2024 because of his unbeatable energy and the way he has the audience eating out of his hand.
Gordo and Steve Aoki: an explosive duo
Although Steve Aoki is better known as the King of EDM with his highly intense style and his famous cake throws, he has worked with Gordo (when he was known as Carnage), and together they have released some great music that is always played at the best techno parties at L’Abarset. Without a doubt, one of our favourites is their hit big room house KTM; this has been creating explosive atmospheres on the dance floor since 2021.
Paco Osuna and his NowHere party
Paco Osuna is an icon of Spanish techno and an essential figure on the electronic scene. His career spans over two decades, and he has pioneered the creation of original, technologically advanced sets. His style is characterised by his impeccable technical precision and the way he creates intense, immersive atmospheres, which are recreated every Tuesday in one of the most legendary parties in Ibiza: his residency, the NowHere Party. At L'Abarset, Osuna has given us some of the most memorable nights in the club’s history, leading the audience on a journey at all levels. He has had a profound influence on the club, and every one of his parties confirms his shared passion: music and a celebration of life.
Joseph Capriati
Joseph Capriati, another one of the leading names on the current techno scene, also known for his marathon sets and the way he skilfully and smoothly mixes different genres. Capriati has shown his natural skill by creating energy-bursting DJ sets that undeniably connect with the audience, creating an atmosphere of pure euphoria in each party. Capriati has released his music under leading labels like Drumcode, and has performed at the world’s best festivals, cementing his reputation as a top level DJ and producer.
Andrea Oliva
Andrea Oliva is one of the most prominent names in tech-house, playing at iconic events like ANTS in Ushuaïa Ibiza, and releasing her music under leading labels. Oliva has established her place as one of the most respected DJs on the scene, combining deep grooves and solid rhythms. Her visits to our techno temple have captured the essence of the club, with her energetic, hypnotic DJ sets.
Ibiza and Andorra: two poles of electronic music
L'Abarset has succeeded in doing what many clubs just dream about: being mentioned alongside Ibiza when talking about top destinations for electronic music. While Ibiza is known worldwide as the party capital, L'Abarset in Andorra has built up its own reputation as a techno sanctuary.
We exchange the famous crystal clear beaches that usually evoke this type of party, for the majestic Pyrenees, where the adrenaline reaches its heights: L'Abarset offers a fully unique experience, mixing impressive landscapes with the best electronic music, making it an essential destination for techno and house fans.
L'Abarset has established its reputation as much more than just a techno, house and electronic music club; it is the epicentre of energy and beats, where the adrenaline from skiing fuses with the magic of a great party, where you are made to feel a part of it all. Part of a community.
From legends such as Fatboy Slim and Paco Osuna, to the emerging talents we love to discover, every season at L’Abarset brings us unforgettable moments and DJ sets that transcend the normal idea of a party. Not only is L'Abarset at the same level as legendary techno venues like Ibiza, it is also establishing its own brand as the temple of techno in the snow: a must for everyone who sees skiing and music as a way to celebrate life and connect with others.