Legendary Scots DJ reveals shock brain tumour diagnosis in heartbreaking statement
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A LEGENDARY Scottish DJ has announced a devastating brain tumour diagnosis after his health "declined very quickly".
Keith McIvor, known to fans as JD Twitch, took to Instagram today to share the heartbreaking news.
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Keith McIvor, also known as JD Twitch, has announced that he has a brain tumour
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The Scots DJ said it comes after his health 'declined very quickly'
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He founded Optimo Espacio in Sub Club with music producer JG Wilkes
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The top DJ revealed that he was forced to miss several gigs after being admitted to hospital and had to have "extensive tests" carried out.
Even though Keith's symptoms "weren't immediately diagnosed", he soon found out that he has an inoperable brain tumour.
And he explained to loyal followers that doctors have said that his tumour is "untreatable".
The music star shared the emotional post on Instagram and admitted that he is still trying to process the heartbreaking news with his family.
And Keith said he felt that this was the "clearest and kindest way" to tell his fans what was going on after many reached out to see if he was ok after he missed shows.
The post read: "Over the past few weeks I have received lots of enquiries about my health having missed several gigs since being admitted to the hospital.
As you can imagine, I am currently trying to process this news and prioritising spending precious time with the people I love
Keith McIvor
"Following extensive tests I've been diagnosed with a brain tumour and I have been told my condition is untreatable.
"As you can imagine, I am currently trying to process this news and prioritising spending precious time with the people I love.
"I know this may be difficult news to receive through social media, and I'm sorry if it feels sudden or impersonal.
"My symptoms weren't immediately diagnosed, and my health declined very quickly over just a few weeks.
Chart-topping Scots DJ dies suddenly as devastated music stars pay tributes
Keith went on to say that he is struggling to process everyone's messages of support and has asked people to post their messages on a board on his website.
He explained that this "feels more manageable" for him, and he can see and respond to them with the help of his loved ones.
He added: "I truly appreciate everyone's love and concern, it means the world to me.
"I would really love to hear from you, but it is too difficult for me to reply and process your communications directly.
"Please respect my privacy and space, and only contact me via the message board we have set up.
I truly appreciate everyone's love and concern, it means the world to me. I would really love to hear from you, but it is too difficult for me to reply
"This allows me to receive your messages in a way that feels more manageable, with the help of my loved ones, who are supporting me through this difficult time".
Keith is one of two people behind Optimo Espacio - a weekly Sunday-night club in Sub Club in Glasgow.
He runs the nightclub alongside music producer Jonnie Wilkes, who is known to fans as JG Wilkes.
And Keith shared a touching message to everyone who supported Optimo Espacio as part of the emotional post.
And he confirmed that Jonnie will continue to take the club forward as he deals with his condition.
'You inspired me like nobody else'
KEITH and Jonnie first met on a bus heading to Edinburgh to Glasgow around the mid-1990s.
And the pair went on to found the iconic nightclub as well as travel the world together to perform at a host of different clubs, festivals and events.
After hearing Keith's devastating news, Jonnie also shared a post about his close friend's diagnosis.
Writing his own emotional tribute to Keith, Jonnie said: "It is with the deepest sadness and reflection that I'm here writing to you in light of Keith's diagnosis.
"It is too painful to put into words what I really feel. I don't know if I even have the words.
"Keith and I have been through so much together in our 28-year partnership. We are connected in a way that perhaps only he and I can understand.
"I do know however, that if you ever heard us play together then you will have realised how deep that connection is.
"I love you Keith. You inspired me like nobody else could. I'm so proud of what we've done together.
"I will continue Optimo Espacio with you always in my heart. The music will speak for both of us.
"Your anarchic spirit and your ferocious energy is all around me".
He said: "I want to thank everyone who has supported me throughout my journey in music, from the early days in Edinburgh in the '90s and through the past 28 years of Optimo Espacio.
"Jonie and I have been lucky enough to play our music at countless clubs and festivals throughout the world and it has been one of the greatest honours of my life to make a career out of something I love.
"We have connected with so many beautiful souls through our shared passion for music.
"I want to say also that Watching Trees festivals holds a very special place in my heart.
"It's a project I've loved being part of and curating, and I know the incredible WT crew will continue to help it grow into even more magical and meaningful experience.
"I trust Jonnie implicitly to continue Optimo Espacio.
"I know he will carry it forward with the same spirit and passion we always shared showing you, as ever, just how much 'we love your ears'."
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