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David Macklovitch

David Macklovitch, known professionally as Dave 1, is a Canadian-Moroccan musician and singer. He is one of the two members of Canadian electronic music duo Chromeo along with Patrick Gemayel.

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David Macklovitch
ديفيد ماكلوفيتش
Macklovitch in 2024
Born
David Macklovitch

(1978-06-07) 7 June 1978
Montreal, Canada
Other nameDave 1
EducationBarnard College
Columbia University
Occupations
  • Musician
  • producer
  • songwriter
  • Singer
  • composer
  • actor
Years active2002–present
Spouse
Atlanta de Cadenet
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(m. 2025)​
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Electric guitar
  • Synthesizer
Labels
Member ofChromeo

David Macklovitch, (Arabic: ديفيد ماكلوفيتش; born 7 June 1978) known professionally as Dave 1, is a Canadian-Moroccan musician and singer. He is one of the two members of Canadian electronic music duo Chromeo along with Patrick Gemayel.

Early and personal life

Macklovitch was born in Montreal, Quebec, into a family of French and Moroccan Jewish descent.4 He is the older brother of DJ and producer Alain Macklovitch, also known as A-Trak.5 Their relationship has been a constant throughout his career; they frequently collaborate on musical projects and maintain a joint presence in the electronic music scene.6

In October 2019, Macklovitch announced his engagement to Atlanta de Cadenet, daughter of British musician John Taylor and photographer Amanda de Cadenet.7 The couple were married at the Brooklyn Courthouse on 18 September 2025.78

Discography

Albums

As Chromeo

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Notes
2014 22 Jump Street Fictionalized version of himself
2015 The D Train Himself

(Cameo)

2016 Barbershop: The Next Cut Himself
2019 Jexi Himself and a special appearance alongside his partner, P-Thugg.

Television

Year Title Role Notes
2011 Entourage Himself

(Cameo)

Episode: "The Big Bang"
2017–2018 Neo Yokio Himself Voice9
References

References

  1. DeLuca, Dan (30 August 2014). "Chromeo are lords of neo-disco at Made in America". The Philadelphia Inquirer. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
  2. O'Donnell, Kevin (14 September 2010). "Chromeo Team Up With Vampire Weekend". Spin. Retrieved 23 December 2017.
  3. Sisario, Ben (6 October 2010). "Looking to a Sneaker for a Band's Big Break". The New York Times. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
  4. Ulla, Gabe (1 June 2012). "Chromeo's Dave 1 on Mom's Cooking, Memorable Meals". Eater. Retrieved 7 April 2026.
  5. Bidoun. "Chromeo's David Macklovitch: Super-Jew & the Apostles of Funk". Bidoun. Retrieved 7 April 2026.
  6. MacDonald, Darcy (20 November 2024). "The story behind Chromeo's distinctly funky charms". McGill News. Retrieved 7 April 2026.
  7. Wax, Shelby (8 October 2025). "Atlanta de Cadenet Taylor and David Macklovitch's Sicilian Island Wedding Featured Vivienne Westwood, Saint Laurent, and 8 DJ Sets". Vogue. Retrieved 7 April 2026.
  8. "Atlanta de Cadenet, Daughter of Duran Duran Bassist John Taylor, Marries David Macklovich in 2 Wedding Ceremonies". People. 2 October 2025. Retrieved 7 April 2026.
  9. "Dave 1 - Neo Yokio (TV Show)". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 7 April 2026.
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