Scottish DJ Jackmaster, 38, dead after ‘accidental head injury’
Jack “Jackmaster” Revill
(Photo by John Parra/Getty Images for Prada)The music community mourns the loss of DJ Jack “Jackmaster” Revill.
His family confirmed the death of the Scottish DJ via Instagram on Saturday, October 12. He was 38. “It is with great sadness that we confirm the untimely passing of Jack Revill, known to many as Jackmaster. Jack tragically died in Ibiza on the morning of October 12, following complications from an accidental head injury,” the statement said.
Further details about Revill’s accident were provided, but his family further expressed their sadness at the loss of their loved one.
“His family – Kate, Sean and Johnny – are heartbroken,” the statement continued. “While deeply touched by the overwhelming support from friends, colleagues and fans, the family kindly requests privacy as they cope with the immense grief of this devastating loss.”
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Revill’s family also noted his passion for dance music in their touching tribute.
“Jack’s passion for music and his relentless drive to push creative boundaries through his work at the Numbers label and Rubadub Records in Glasgow, including discovering countless innovative artists, made him a beloved and pioneering figure in the electronic music community, both before and behind the scenes,” they wrote.
“His talent for mixing genres and delivering exciting DJ sets and productions has earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues 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 indelible.
Revill’s final show was played in Ibiza last month at the famous club destination, HI Ibiza, per Housing advisor. Born in the city of Glasgow in 1986, Revill started on the music scene at the age of 14, working at the famous record store Rubadab in Scotland.
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According to one Interview from 2012 with Resident Advisor, Revill said his early work in the record store played an important role in his later years as an artist.
“I never had to buy records again,” Revill said at the time. “So that was a clear advantage. It was just little things, like when promos came in and you were on it the first time. You might have to argue about it with one of the older buyers or whatever, but you knew you could at least borrow it for a gig or for a weekend, and that was really invaluable to me. I loved it, even the smell of the place, I was just obsessed with that store. I may not have shown it, you know, because I was two hours late, but I really loved it.
