Candela, also known as JP Candela, is a Madrid-born DJ based in Ibiza, who has become one of the most recognized figures in the international electronic music scene. A key player in Ibiza over the last 15 years, he has held weekly residencies at iconic clubs like Hï Ibiza, Pacha, and Space. During the 2024 summer season, he performed at Cova Santa and Playa Soleil with SUMMERIANS, one of the biggest Afro House parties on the island’s calendar. Candela’s musical style draws from the roots of 90’s House & 2000s Progressive House, influenced by legends like Frankie Knuckles, Kerri Chandler, Laurent Garnier, Jerome Sydenham & Dennis Ferrer. His sound spans genres, often incorporating Afro House, Afro Melodic, Melodic House & Techno influences. His sets are known for being eclectic, dynamic & full of groove, captivating audiences around the world. As a producer, he has remixed dance classics including Dennis Ferrer “Hey Hey”, “Plastic Dreams” by Jaydee, Soul Central “Strings of Life”, & “You’re Not Alone” by Olive. He is also renowned for a wide variety of artistry, from icons like New Order to pop & hip-hop stars such as David Guetta, Sia, J Balvin, Kid Cudi & Snoop Dogg. His most notable recent musical collaborations are “Amazonia” with Sparrow & Barbossa & “Right Here” with Dorian, an artist from Solomon’s Dynamic label. His latest original productions include “ATACAMA,” which reached the Top 10 on Beatport’s Afro & “THAR,” which hit No. 3. His releases are being supported by prominent artists in the scene, such as Kasango, Taylor, Baron, Luca Saporito – Audiofly, Marsi, Dorian Craft, Nico de Andrea, Sebastien, KINTAR, BADDOR, Randolph, Miss Monique, Sparrow & Barbossa among others. Looking ahead to 2025, he’ll release “MUSICA” under the AMA Music label and the remix of the hit “Wish I Didn’t Miss You” by the well-known Christian HasaK, released on ARMADA Music, which are both getting major global support from top Afro House artists. JP Candela takes his music to iconic venues around the globe. He has been part of world-renowned festivals like Ultra Music Miami, Ultra Music Europe, Creamfields, Meca, & Street Parade, solidifying his status as a must-see talent on the global scene. Among his recent projects is the BENDITO event series, where he has collaborated with artists like Innellea and Colyn & RITMIA, worked with GORDO, Andrea Oliva, Mathame, Nic Fanciulli and more.