ILLENIUM Earns Fourth No. 1 Album as ‘Odyssey’ Ushers in Sphere Residency Era

February 18, 2026
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ILLENIUM is entering a defining new chapter. His latest album, Odyssey, has secured the No. 1 position on the Top Dance Albums chart, marking the fourth time the producer has reached the top of the ranking.

Illenium celebrates a major milestone with his fourth No. 1 dance album.

This milestone places him among a select group of electronic artists with multiple No. 1 projects. However, the bigger story may be what Odyssey represents creatively. The album signals a shift toward deeper storytelling and full-scale live immersion.

Unlike previous releases, ILLENIUM created Odyssey alongside the concept for “ILLENIUM Presents Odyssey,” his upcoming nine-show residency at Sphere in Las Vegas. The run begins in March 2026 and continues through April.

Instead of reshaping older material, he built the album specifically for the venue. As a result, the project aligns with Sphere’s massive visuals, spatial audio system, and cinematic scale. Every element feels intentional and performance-driven.

Illenium will headline a nine-show Sphere Las Vegas residency beginning March 2026.

Several tracks have already gained traction on the dance charts. Meanwhile, anticipation continues to grow ahead of his Sphere debut. The residency will position Illenium among the few electronic artists to headline the groundbreaking venue.

Illenium continues to expand his live production with the cinematic Odyssey era.

Beyond Las Vegas, 2026 is shaping up to be a major festival year. ILLENIUM is set to appear at Electric Forest in June and will make his first-ever performance at Tomorrowland during Weekend 2 at The Library stage this July. This debut marks a significant milestone. For years, fans have hoped to see his melodic bass sound featured at the iconic Belgian festival.

Illenium commands massive crowds as the Odyssey era builds momentum into 2026.

With a fourth No. 1 album, a headline Sphere residency, and major festival dates on the calendar, ILLENIUM’s Odyssey era feels expansive and deliberate. Rather than simply releasing new music, he is building a fully realized live world around it.

Fans can view full tour dates and secure tickets for upcoming performances by clicking here.