Simple in his genuine appreciation and respect for music and brilliant in the mastered and well-balanced equation of his creations, Mario Calegari embodies the Simplistic Equation.
Born and raised in the Ironbound section of Newark, NJ, Mario learned at an early age that music would define him and that he would be glad to return the favor. His earliest influences included the flavorful beats of South America and the sultry, elegant melodies of Portugal and after receiving his first turn-table at 16, it was only a matter of time before those influences worked their way into his artistry.
Mario gained knowledge about the music scene in any way he could. Some nights you might have seen him standing at the door of a jumpin’ night club, others you might find him digging through his cousins’ disco collections. If there was music involved, Mario Calegari had to know about it.
