Michael Bibi, legendary DJ, producer and the renowned founder of Solid Grooves music project, faced an unexpected obstacle in 2023: a diagnosis of CNS lymphoma, a rare type of brain cancer.
Bibi’s journey began with a shocking revelation in June, which led to a temporary pause in his music career and an overwhelming show of support from the music community. Stepping away from his beloved Solid Grooves residency at Ibiza’s DC-10 club, Bibi made a brave sacrifice, prioritizing his health over his professional commitments.
Enduring a grueling six-month treatment plan, Bibi embarked on a relentless battle against cancer, undergoing five rounds of intensive chemotherapy. Despite the toll it took on his body and mental well-being, his determination shone through.
Personality of the Year 2023 in Electronic Dance Music
As 2023 came to a close, Bibi took to social media to reflect on a year. In an honest post, he acknowledged the challenges but declared his triumph over cancer with a defiant spirit. His journey from vulnerability to victory resonates with fans, underscoring the importance of perseverance, community support, and prioritizing one’s well-being. Read his full post below.
Michael Bibi BIO
Michael Bibi has fast become an established member of the Underground Music scene. The London based new kid has honed is craft between countless hours in the DJ Booth & Locking himself away in his South London studio curating the world wide recognised sound & brand that is ‘SolidGrooves’….
Bibi is more than just your average Producer/DJ. Playing Music, Making music & a love for the party scene are the three sole things that motivate the SolidGrooves ‘Head Honcho’, he will not let anyone or anything come between him and making sure that his unique stamp is on every piece of music released & party put on under the brands name. ‘I eat, breath, sleep and s**t this music’ says Michael. Bibi’s raw passion for Music has been with him since childhood but his enthusiasm for the underground came at the tender age of 14 when he acquired his first pair of Numark, belt drive turntables. From this moment on DJ’ing was an obsession for the enthusiastic teenager, then a few years on upon experiencing his first taste of fruity loops making music & playing it became the addiction which could never be shaken off.
As of recent Michael has been making a name for himself by releasing music with the likes of Viva Music, Lost Records, Madtech & his own Label SolidGrooves. Whilst rocking crowds at world famous venues across the Europe such as UK, Germany and Ibiza.
