Calvin Harris was joined by music icon Sir Rod Stewart during his Ibiza residency at Ushuaïa, creating an unforgettable night for fans. The 42-year-old DJ, originally from Dumfries, is currently performing a summer residency at the famous venue, drawing thousands of fans weekly.
Surprise Backstage Meeting
After Calvin's set, Rod made a surprise backstage appearance, and the duo shared a moment together. Calvin later shared photos on Instagram, captioning them: "Another unbelievable night @ushuaiaibiza." The images showed Calvin with his arm around the 81-year-old rock legend, and in another, Rod affectionately cupped Calvin's face as they posed.
Fans React to Unlikely Duo
Fans quickly flooded the comments, delighted to see the pair together. One user wrote: "Two legends!" Another joked: "Now that would be a collaboration!!!" A third commented: "What a guy Rod is! What a feeling that musta been!" Some fans expressed surprise at seeing the Maggie May singer at an electronic dance music venue, with one laughing: "Not Rod at Ushuaïa." Another suggested: "When is Rod performing at Ushuaïa, surely needs to happen now."
Calvin's Tradition with Rod's Photo
The meeting was fitting given Calvin's long-standing admiration for Rod. In a 2023 radio interview, Calvin revealed that he takes a framed photograph of Rod to every performance. The portrait is included on his backstage rider, and his production team ensures it is placed inside the DJ booth before every show. Calvin explained: "Yes, he’s on the rider… the tech guys set him up. I’ve got this picture of Rod and he’s like pointing at the camera." He added: "The thinking behind it is Rod is reminding you to engage, be present, have an amazing time and it’s just like having someone just cheering you on in the corner. If you ever feel alone."
