The Line-Up with Jivan Calderone

We caught up with our friend, DJ and producer Jivan Calderone, to talk about growing up in one of New York's most creative families, the evolution of his sound, and the experiences that continue to inspire him.

Where are you from? 

Dumbo, Brooklyn 

What is something most people don’t know about you?

I’m a big overthinker and perfectionist to the point I think it hurts me. I struggle to release music because I’m always second guessing myself and changing every little detail until it’s “perfect” (it never will be). I’ve been trying to work on it lately because it’s really starting to hinder my creative output but it's definitely not easy. 

Favorite city to live in / favorite to visit?

1. NYC!!!!

2. Madrid 

3. Milan 

4. Paris 

Favorite hotel(s) in the world?

Six Senses Ibiza 

Six Senses Ibiza

Last concert you saw?

Snoop Dog lol 

If we hacked onto your Spotify, what would we be listening to?

1. When The lights are out (Late Night mix) - Maceo Plex 

2. I got You - Mathias Kaden 

3. Changin - Gorge 

4. Heaven Knows - Angel Moraes 

5. Anemone - Brian Jonestown Massacre 

6. Right Back at You - Mobb Deep 

7. Belly of the beast - Joey Bada$$

Favorite restaurant(s)?

1. Al di la (Park Slope)

2. Salinas (Chelsea) 

3. Macao Cafe (Ibiza)

Dream car?

Porsche 911 964 turbo

Porsche 911 964 turbo

Favorite essentials clothing brand(s)? 

1. You Must Create 

2. Brut 

3. Todd Snyder 

You Must Create

Brut

Todd Snyder

A brand we should know?

You Must Create

Where do you go to get inspired?

1. The beach 

2. Snowy mountains 

3. City rooftop 

Favorite store?

Brut 

Any tattoos. If so, care to share of what/ the story behind?

None yet 

Jivan and his dad, Victor

Classic white AF1

Person you most look up to?

My dad 

Thoughts on love?

Trying to find it 

Favorite shoes - casual and for a night out?

I'm gonna go with the classic white AF1. Typical but so versatile

Favorite quote?

“The further a society drifts from truth the more it will hate those who speak it”

Artist you love? 

1. Angel Moraes 

2. Stevie Wonder 

3. Maceo Plex 

4. Mobb Deep 

5. Made by Pete 

6. Remcord 

7. Portishead 

8. Pink Floyd

Causes you give back to?

AWOW - Haven’t participated the past couple years but I miss it and am making it a goal of mine to help out more 

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