# Paul Oakenfold - late 80s UK rave movement first Ibiza residency the Balearic sound and remixing U2

An episode of [Ibiza Hall Of Fame](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1887516885), 1 Apr 2026, 45 min.

Audio: https://anchor.fm/s/110772cc8/podcast/play/117644465/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-29%2F420991477-44100-2-e8f06df1eafa4.mp3

This week we sit down with one of the true pioneers of electronic music: Paul Oakenfold. From his early days shaping the UK acid house scene to bringing Ibiza’s sound to the global stage, Oakenfold’s career has defined entire eras of dance culture.In this episode, he shares:Stories from his first trips to Ibiza in the late 80s. How he introduced the Balearic sound to clubs worldwide. His perspective on the evolution of DJ culture and the island’s influence .The moments that changed his life - and the scene - foreverPaul also receives his Ibiza Hall Of Fame gong, honoring his legacy as one of the great architects of the island’s music history.Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering the roots of Ibiza’s club culture, this episode is packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Get in touch ! ibizahalloffame@gmail.com Instagram Facebook Created by Alan Warman. Produced by Dave Lambert.

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