David Guetta Reclaims Top DJ Spot in Record-Tying Win at Ibiza's UNVRS Launch

October 1, 2025
David Guetta Reclaims Top DJ Spot in Record-Tying Win at Ibiza's UNVRS Launch
  • The 2025 DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll results were announced at an awards show in Ibiza, with David Guetta securing his fifth No. 1 spot, tying the record for most wins, in a ceremony hosted by Arielle Free.

  • The poll supported social causes through a partnership with Bridges for Music, encouraging artists and attendees to donate and sponsor students from underserved communities.

  • Martin Garrix maintained his influence, ranking second after Guetta, while Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike retained their position at No.4, reinforcing their festival dominance.

  • A notable trend this year was the influx of hard techno DJs into the poll, with Sara Landry crowned the No.1 Hard DJ and new artists like Nico Moreno and I Hate Models gaining recognition.

  • Guetta launched his ambitious residency Galactic Circus at UNVRS in Ibiza, featuring four-hour sets with a mix of deep house, tech-house, and improvisation, performed at major venues like AlUla and Stade de France.

  • For the first time, the No. 1 DJ was crowned live at the newly opened UNVRS venue in Ibiza, where Guetta performed a two-hour headline set alongside other top DJs like Armin van Buuren and Boris Brejcha.

  • The event celebrated a diverse lineup of artists, including Armin van Buuren, Michael Bibi, Sara Landry, Jazzy, and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, emphasizing the festival's global and inclusive appeal.

  • Solomun climbed 33 places to No.55, driven by his Ibiza residency at Chinois, while Honey Dijon re-entered the list, highlighting the influence of club residencies on rankings.

  • Michael Bibi made the highest new entry at No.48, with other newcomers such as PAWSA, HUGEL, and Honey Dijon also gaining recognition, reflecting emerging talent and genre diversity.

  • Guetta showcased his versatility with a high-energy remix for the fictional K-pop act Huntr/x and continued engaging large audiences at major festivals like Tomorrowland Belgium.

  • Alok rose to No.3 for the first time, breaking a four-year streak at No.4, underscoring his global popularity and streaming success.

  • The annual fan-voted DJ Mag Top 100 poll remains influential and controversial, often driven by promotional campaigns but also serving as a vital business tool in Asia for boosting artists' credibility and booking fees.

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