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Siobhan Macdonald

Calvin Harris reveals he takes a framed photo of Rod Stewart to every gig for encouragement

Calvin Harris has admitted that he takes a framed photo of Rod Stewart into the DJ booth at his gigs for encouragement. The Dumfries-born DJ appeared on Scott Mills on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds on Wednesday afternoon as he discussed the most unusual part of his rider.

Calvin, 38, who recently released a brand new track with frequent collaborator Ellie Goulding, said the photo is like "having someone just cheering you on in the corner".

When asked by Scott if he still takes the framed photo of the Maggie May singer to all his gigs, Calvin said "yes". He added: "Yes, he’s on the rider… the tech guys set him up [at each gig]. I’ve got this picture of Rod and he’s like pointing at the camera…"

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