Calvin Harris, born Adam Richard Wiles on January 17, 1984, in Dumfries, Scotland, is a towering figure in the modern dance music landscape. He has garnered international acclaim as a record producer, DJ, and singer-songwriter, becoming one of the most successful artists in the world of electronic music. Calvin Harris's rise to fame began with his debut album 'I Created Disco' in 2007, which yielded hits like "Acceptable in the 80s" and "The Girls," but it was his later work that catapulted him into the stratosphere of mainstream success. His knack for crafting chart-topping hits has been proven time and again with records such as "Feel So Close," "We Found Love" with Rihanna, and "Summer."

Through the years, Harris has evolved artistically, dabbling in various sub-genres of electronic and pop music. His collaborations with high-profile artists have consistently yielded critically acclaimed and commercially successful tracks. The collaboration with Sam Smith on the song "Desire" showcases Harris's range and ability to reinvent his sound, as they have collectively delivered a track that has been remixed by a gamut of notable producers including Sub Focus, Steve Aoki, Don Diablo, MEDUZA, Cedric Gervais, Hannah Laing, and Alok. These remixes not only illustrate the adaptability of Harris's music to different electronic subgenres but also his continued relevance and influence in the ever-evolving music industry. With multiple awards and accolades to his name, including Grammy Awards and topping Forbes' list of the highest-paid DJs for several years, Calvin Harris's legacy as a dance music savant is firmly established.

Genres

Dance Pop

Edm

Electro House

House

Pop

Progressive House

Uk Dance

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Latest Release

Free (with Ellie Goulding) - Joel Corry Remix

Calvin Harris•

Ellie Goulding•

Joel Corry

Single - Released September 13, 2024