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Few artists in electronic music can point to a weekly platform that has grown alongside the culture it represents. For Paul van Dyk, that platform is VONYC Sessions, and this January it reached an extraordinary milestone: its 1,000th episode. The landmark moment was celebrated with a sold-out live event on Jan. 24 at Berlin’s Uber Eats Music Hall, drawing fans from across the globe for a night rooted in Trance, community, and shared history.
Since its inception, VONYC Sessions has evolved into far more than a radio show. It has become a consistent meeting point for listeners who live and breathe electronic music, reflecting van Dyk’s long-standing belief in connection as the genre’s driving force. The Berlin event underscored that ethos, uniting longtime followers with newer fans while bridging eras of sound that trace the evolution of Trance itself.
“VONYC Sessions has always been more than a radio show. 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,” van Dyk said.
That sense of collective ownership helps explain the show’s reach. VONYC Sessions now broadcasts on 72 stations worldwide, averaging more than 32 million listeners on air and surpassing 4 million podcast downloads. In an era defined by algorithms and short attention spans, the show’s longevity stands as a reminder that consistency and curation still matter. Each episode functions as both a snapshot of the current Trance landscape and a continuation of a story van Dyk has been telling for decades.
The 1,000-episode celebration also arrived during a period of renewed creative momentum for the German icon. Coinciding with the milestone, van Dyk released a new single with Ciaran McAuley, “When I Found You,” a track that leans into emotional melody while maintaining dancefloor intent. It fits comfortably within his catalog, reinforcing his reputation for balancing technical precision with human warmth.
Further expanding his output, van Dyk’s Nature One Festival Mix has landed on Apple Music, capturing the scale and intensity of one of Europe’s most storied electronic festivals. The mix highlights his ability to move seamlessly between peak-time energy and thoughtful progression, a skill that has remained central to his appeal since Trance first found a global audience.
Looking ahead, van Dyk is set to kick off 2026 with a new run of global tour dates, taking his sound across continents. Known for immersive performances that emphasize atmosphere as much as impact, his live shows continue to reflect a core belief: electronic music’s power lies in its ability to connect people across borders and cultures. That philosophy has guided not only his touring career but also his approach to broadcasting and releases alike.
At the heart of van Dyk’s work is an unwavering focus on the emotional and human dimensions of electronic music. Whether through VONYC Sessions, new studio material, or international events, his output consistently centers on authenticity and shared experience. It’s an approach that has allowed him to remain relevant without chasing trends, instead shaping them through intent and craft.
That continuity is also evident in his enduring association with VANDIT Records, a label legacy that mirrors his personal journey. By nurturing both established and emerging talent, van Dyk has helped sustain a Trance ecosystem that values depth, musicality, and long-term vision.
As VONYC Sessions enters its next chapter, the 1,000-episode mark feels less like a culmination than a checkpoint. For van Dyk, the mission remains unchanged: to celebrate the past, embrace the present, and look firmly toward the future of electronic music. In a scene that often moves at breakneck speed, his steady presence continues to remind listeners why Trance — and community — still matter.
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