Valentin Huedo is a globally recognized award-winning DJ, and one of the brightest talents in the electronic music space. He has held residencies at the top clubs in Ibiza- Pacha, and most recently Club Destino in Mykonos . He has won numerous awards including the iconic Best Ibiza Resident DJ Award four times. He contributes his expertise to the industry regularly by Judging events such as the Blue Marlin DJ Contest and speaking at conferences worldwide including the School of Sound Engineering Conference.
Furthermore, his relentless production work and original compositions have featured on some of the world’s most iconic electronic music imprints, including his most recent EP ‘Tonight’, released on the global powerhouse label All Day I Dream, with 2 of the EP’s tracks reaching 3rd and 4th positions in the Beatport Top 100 Organic House Chart. We caught up with Valentin this week to get the latest on his project, it’s all below!
WWD: Hi Valentin, pleasure to talk to you today. What have you been up to recently?
Hi! My pleasure and thanks for having me. 2021 was an incredible year for me. I almost can’t believe when I see how mad this world is nowadays but for me it was a very good year with my new residency at Destino Pacha Mykonos or touring with the Pacha brand around the world in beautiful places like South Africa. Also, my EP release on All Day I Dream has indeed been a dream become true. The release did so well in the charts and the feedback I got from fans and colleagues around the globe has been breathtaking.
WWD: We need to talk about Tonight EP of course… You’ve released some great original tracks and signature remixes in 2021 but Tonight is really special for all of us fans. What makes it special for you?
In my opinion, it’s this kind of track that’s on the borderline, I mean it can seem kinda cheesy or a bit ‘fluffy’ but its been so well received by those that like their underground music. It’s my most commercial track so far but it did not cross the line, you know what I mean? I´m really proud of the video we did too and the feedback and chart and download and streaming numbers are really overwhelming. The fact its on All Day I Dream is very important for two reasons. Firstly, its not the classic All Day I Dream track which is great because it gives more personality to the EP I think. And secondly, it gives my music the opportunity to reach the top of the charts, to keep the tracks in Beatport Top10 for many weeks, to connect with my existing fans and with so many new fans around the world including some really important places like the US.
WWD: Over the many years that you have been an international DJ and producer, what is the best feedback you got from your colleagues in the industry?
Winning Best DJ awards was always special as its in a way the ultimate compliment and recognition by your fellow artists and professionals. But also, not long ago someone told me that I have one of those long, solid careers, something that takes time to get the light to shine on but now that the light is shining, it will last for a long time. I thought it was one of the most accurate and beautiful compliments I got.
WWD: What are your favourite places to play around the world?
Panama and Mexico are always very special. Ibiza is my home and one of the capitals of electronic music in the world so I naturally I feel very comfortable there. I heard that there is a great vibe in the US, I can´t wait to play there too some day and hopefully very soon!
WWD: And finally, what can we expect from you in 2022 both in terms of your productions and tours? What will be coming out of the Valentin Huedo music laboratory and where can you fans expect to see you this year?
A new residency at a BIG club in Ibiza during the summer season, can´t say more 🙂 Also, following my release on All Day I Dream, there is an opportunity to play to the huge All Day I Dream community in the US! And of course I will be continuing with my residencies at WooMoon and Storytellers and start a new summer residency in Mykonos. Busy summer ahead!