Live music event to be held for Optimo's JD Twitch
Keith McIvor, one half of the legendary Glasgow clubbing duo, revealed he had been diagnosed with glioblastoma earlier this month.
An update on Tuesday revealed that his condition has rapidly progressed, affecting his speech, mobility, and independence, and he now requires 24-hour nursing care.
McIvor's wife, Marissa, created a fundraiser to help cover private residential nursing, additional support services, and essentials for ongoing palliative care.
The GoFundMe has so far raised over £86,000.
Queen's Park Arena has announced it will host an event on Sunday, July 20, in collaboration with Optimo Music, in an effort to add to the fundraiser.
McIvor originally planned the event as a fundraiser for Glasgow NW Foodbank, but it will now also support his treatment, care, and family.
The portion of proceeds initially intended for the food bank will still be donated as planned, as he had wished.
Any additional donations will be split between causes close to the DJ's heart, including Glasgow NW Foodbank, the Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights, Brainstrust, and Crete's Taki's dog shelter.
Isa Gordon, Tony Morris, Semispecific Ensemble and GK Machine are among those taking part in the event.
Chet Capkiner, director of Inhouse CIC at Queens Park Arena, said: 'Optimo has been our spiritual home for so many of us for decades.
'Keith's presence and influence changed many lives – including mine. This is a chance for us to return that care and energy, and to support him and his family when it matters most. A true musical mentor and inspiration to us all'
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