DJ Vicente One More Time Reignites Debate Over Ibiza's Prices and Living Conditions for Workers

12 November 2026

A controversial interview in which Spanish DJ and music producer Vicente One More Time sharply criticised Ibiza has resurfaced on social media, bringing renewed attention to his comments about the island's high prices, nightlife industry and the difficulties faced by some seasonal workers.

The interview originally appeared in February 2025 on Cancelled Podcast, hosted by Wall Street Wolverine. An extract was recirculated on Instagram in November 2026, prompting fresh discussion about the contrast between Ibiza's international image of luxury and the financial pressures experienced by people who live and work on the island.

In the interview, Vicente One More Time, whose real name is Vicente López González, described Ibiza in strongly derogatory terms and questioned whether the island offers a realistic quality of life for people without substantial financial resources.

Criticism of Ibiza's Cost of Living

One of the central themes of the interview was the cost of living in Ibiza.

The DJ argued that the island's reputation for exclusive restaurants, beautiful beaches and luxury experiences does not reflect the reality of everyone who comes to Ibiza.

He particularly highlighted the circumstances of people travelling to the island for seasonal employment, claiming that some struggle to afford even basic necessities.

He contrasted the experience of visitors arriving by yacht and enjoying Ibiza's most exclusive locations with that of workers who come to earn a living, saying that some are left facing serious financial difficulties.

His comments included the claim that some workers go hungry, which he described as a consequence of the island's economic conditions.

Vicente One More Time Claims Ibiza Prices Are Three Times Higher Than Madrid

The DJ also made strong claims about the difference between prices in Ibiza and Madrid.

During the interview, he said that something costing a certain amount in Madrid could cost three times as much in Ibiza.

He summarised his criticism with the phrase: "Te están estafando desde que llegas hasta que te vas", meaning that people are being ripped off from the moment they arrive until they leave.

These figures were presented as his personal assessment. The interview did not include a detailed comparison of specific products, services or prices to establish the claimed difference.

Ibiza Nightclubs Compared with Madrid's Fabrik

Vicente One More Time also directed his criticism towards Ibiza's nightclub industry, comparing the prices charged by one of the island's leading clubs with those at Fabrik, a major nightclub in Madrid where he has worked.

He claimed that the Ibiza venue charges up to three times more than Fabrik, while arguing that the Madrid club offers stronger technical and artistic resources.

He did not identify the Ibiza nightclub by name in the comments reported, and his assessment of the two venues' production and artistic standards was his own opinion.

The comparison adds another dimension to his criticism, questioning whether the prices charged by Ibiza's nightlife venues are justified by the experience they offer.

Who Is Vicente One More Time?

Vicente López González, professionally known as Vicente One More Time, has spent more than three decades working in Spain's electronic music industry.

His career includes work as a DJ, producer and radio presenter. He is also associated with the development of hardstyle in Spain and currently directs UNIKA FM.

His appearance on Cancelled Podcast covered his career and the evolution of the electronic music industry, as well as his views on the Spanish nightlife scene.

The comments about Ibiza were originally made in February 2025, but their renewed circulation in November 2026 has brought them back into public discussion.

Renewed Discussion About Ibiza's Tourism Model

The reactions to the resurfaced interview have been mixed. Some social-media users have supported his criticism of the island's prices and the difficulties experienced by workers, while others have challenged his sweeping descriptions of Ibiza and questioned the way he presented his views.

The discussion touches on issues that regularly feature in conversations about the island's tourism model, including the cost of accommodation, the affordability of everyday life, seasonal employment and the contrast between the luxury tourism market and the circumstances of local workers.

However, Vicente One More Time's statements remain his personal assessment of Ibiza. His comments do not constitute an independent analysis of the island's economy or a statistical comparison of living costs.

The renewed attention nevertheless illustrates how strongly the relationship between tourism, prices and quality of life continues to resonate in discussions about Ibiza.

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