Internationally acclaimed electronic music pioneer Paul van Dyk has reached a landmark moment in his career as his long-running radio show VONYC Sessions hits its 1,000th episode. The milestone was celebrated with a special sold-out live event on January 24 in Berlin at the Uber Eats Music Hall, where fans from around the world gathered to honor the enduring spirit of the global dance music community.
Since its launch, VONYC Sessions has become a vital platform for connection, discovery, and storytelling within electronic music culture. Reaching 1,000 episodes stands as a testament to Paul van Dyk’s long-standing dedication to the scene and the shared journey between artist and audience that has defined the show across generations. The Berlin celebration captured that ethos in full, uniting the past, present, and future of electronic music under one roof.
“VONYC Sessions has always been more than a radio show,” says Paul van Dyk. “For 1,000 episodes, it’s been a weekly meeting point for people who live and breathe electronic music, a space where fans and artists connect, and where new sounds and classic records coexist. This milestone belongs to everyone who’s been listening, discovering, and feeling the music with me.”
Over the years, VONYC Sessions has built a substantial international following. The program reaches an average of 32,180,000 listeners on air and has surpassed 4 million podcast downloads. Broadcasting on 72 stations worldwide, the show continues to connect fans across borders, reflecting Paul van Dyk’s ongoing commitment to sharing electronic music with a truly global audience.
Marking the occasion, Paul van Dyk also released a new single with Ciaran McAuley, titled “When I Found You,” continuing his tradition of crafting music that resonates on the dancefloor and beyond. Further expanding his catalog, his Nature One Festival mix is now available on Apple Music, capturing the scale and energy of one of Europe’s most iconic electronic music festivals while showcasing his signature balance of peak-time intensity and carefully curated musical storytelling.
To kick off 2026, a run of global tour dates has been announced, bringing his immersive performances to audiences across multiple continents. The tour builds on his reputation for emotionally charged sets and reinforces his belief in the power of electronic music to unite people across borders and cultures.
At the heart of Paul van Dyk’s artistry remains an unwavering focus on the emotional and human essence of electronic music. Whether through VONYC Sessions, new studio releases, or international live events, his work continues to center on connection, authenticity, and the shared pulse that defines the modern dance music experience.
Building on his enduring influence and the legacy of VANDIT Records, Paul van Dyk continues to evolve while staying true to the values that have shaped his multi-decade career—celebrating the past, embracing the present, and looking firmly toward the future.
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