Scottish DJ Jackmaster, 38, dies after ‘accidental head injury’
The music community mourns the loss of DJ Jack “Jackmaster” Revill.
His family confirmed the Scottish DJ’s death via Instagram on Saturday, October 12. He was 38 years old. “It is with great sadness that we confirm the passing of Jack Revill, known to many as Jackmaster. “Jack died tragically in Ibiza on the morning of October 12, following complications from an accidental head injury,” the statement read.
More details about Revill’s accident were released, but his family also expressed their grief over the loss of their loved one.
“His family – Kate, Sean and Johnny – are deeply saddened,” the statement continued. “Although deeply touched by the outpouring of support from friends, colleagues, and fans, the family requests privacy as they deal with the overwhelming grief of this devastating loss.”
Revill’s family also noted his love of dance music in their touching tribute.
“Jack’s passion for music and his relentless drive to push creative boundaries through his work on the Numbers label and Rubadub Records in Glasgow, including discovering a host of innovative artists, have made him a beloved figure and pioneer in the electronic music community before and after. scenes,” they wrote.
“His ability to combine music genres and deliver attractive DJ sets and productions has earned him the respect and admiration of peers and fans around the world,” the statement continued. “His legacy will continue to inspire, and his impact on the world of dance music will remain forever.
Revill’s last show was played in Ibiza last month at the famous club, HI Ibiza, with each Citizen Advisor. Revill, who was born in the city of Glasgow in 1986, started in the music industry at the age of 14, working at the famous record store Rubadab in Scotland.
According to a 2012 interview with Resident Advisor, Revill said that his first job at a record store contributed to his later years as a musician.
“I never had to buy records again,” Revill said at the time. “So that was an obvious benefit. It was just the little things like when the promos were coming in and you would have first dibs on them. Maybe you’d have to argue it out with one of the older buyers or whatever but you knew you could at least borrow it for a gig or borrow it for the weekend, and that to me was really important. I loved it, even the smell of the place, I was obsessed with going to this store. I may not have shown you, you know, I came two hours later, but I really liked it. “