Paul van Dyk, whose real name is Matthias Paul, is a German DJ, record producer, and musician. Van Dyk, one of the first truly well-known DJs, was the first artist to be recognized with a Grammy Award nomination for his 2003 album Reflections in the newly added category of Best Dance/Electronic album. [4][5] Few DJs have ever accomplished what he did when he was ranked the top DJ in the world in 2005 and 2006.