Early is an internationally recognized speaker/spoken word artist with more than 13 years’ experience in youth development and community relations. The strength of his work is the ability to combine humor and real life experiences, with a presence that commands attention and he is probably most well-known for using powerful spoken word poetry as a vehicle to provoke thought, evoke change, and drive a message home to audiences of youth and those who advocate for them.

In the fall of 2013, Calvin alongside his wife, Arsimmer, launched the SPOKEN WORD EXCHANGE; a grassroots, creative writing initiative, providing groups of artists and spectators from around the world the opportunity to experience and learn about each other’s culture through the art of poetry. This initiative is the basis of Calvin's work both artistically and professionally. The project is powered by a combination of international travel, performances, photo journaling and workshops designed to help participants develop a process for self exploration while inspiring them to use this craft as a tool for empowerment, and motivation. To-date, the project has been facilitated in five countries, and has directly impacted an estimated 300 participants.