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Daily Record
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Tributes paid to 'warrior' Scots DJ who died after battling terminal face cancer
Glasgow music producer Derek Baird has been described as an "absolute warrior" by devastated fans after a brave fight for several years. Tributes have poured in for an inspirational Scots DJ who has tragically lost his battle with face cancer. Derek Baird has been described as an "absolute warrior" by devastated fans. The Glasgow music producer, sadly passed away in his sleep on Wednesday after putting up a brave fight for several years. Derek who took to the airwaves on Glasgow station Groove City Radio and the DJ was also popular on the Scottish dance music festival circuit, including at Ayr's Pavilion Festival and STREETrave's Summer All-Dayer bash at SWG3. Despite battling terminal illness Derek launched a clothing brand Chasing The Phase and continued to perform. The much-loved DJ was receiving treatment at the Marie Curie Hospice. Derek's heartbroken family took to social media to confirm the sad news on Wednesday evening. Paying tribute to the dad-of-one, a post on his Facebook page read "Sadly, our wee Del passed peacefully in his sleep today. "Everyone who had the pleasure of meeting Derek will know how special he is, although he is no longer with us his amazing spirit with live with us all forever. "The family would like to thank everyone who has supported Derek throughout his inspiring journey." Promoters STREETrave paid a heartfelt tribute to a"good friend" who went "through the unimaginable". Their statement read: "As many of you know - our good friend Derek Baird passed away yesterday what this guy went throug h was unimaginable but yet he didn't hide away and he fought it head on!! "He played Pavilion Festival, the Sr Summer all dayer and played Ibiza for us last year - what a brave, brave man - an inspiration to us all - our thoughts and prayers go out to his loving wife Linda & daughter Lauren and the rest of his friends and family "RIP our good friend & sleep tight - Chasing the Phase!" Their tribute came just weeks after they honoured Derek at their 2025 Ayr festival. A big screen at the festival had Derek's picture with the words "thinking of you" attached during one of the act's performances. Heartbroken friends and family flocked to social media to remember the DJ to pay tribute. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. One pal wrote: "Absolute warrior. Sending much love to his family and friends." Another said: "Absolutely heartbroken he was a great guy and we had some major laughs together. Till we meet again my friend. RIP." A third shared: "RIP Derek what a warrior you were you will be sadly missed my friend." Meanwhile a fourth added: "What a loss to the dance community. He will be spinning upstairs with the big man."
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Scots DJ & radio host dies after brave cancer battle as tributes paid to ‘absolute warrior'
He had shared his cancer journey openly to raise awareness and inspire others 'SLEEP TIGHT' Scots DJ & radio host dies after brave cancer battle as tributes paid to 'absolute warrior' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TRIBUTES have flooded in for an "absolute legend" Scots music producer who died following a cancer battle. Derek Baird, a Glasgow music producer, tragically passed away in his sleep on Wednesday after battling facial cancer for several years. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Derek Baird passed away after sharing his public battle with cancer Credit: Facebook / STREETrave 6 He DJ'ed huge events with the support of promoters STREETRave Credit: Facebook / STREETrave 6 He had been receiving care in the Marie Curie Hospice - and was still raising awareness in his final days Credit: Facebook / STREETrave The beloved DJ, who was receiving care at the Marie Curie Hospice, bravely shared his journey online while managing his clothing brand, Chasing the Phase, right up until his final weeks. Derek's talent and passion for music saw him perform at major events such as Ayr's Pavilion Festival, STREETrave's Summer All-Dayer at Glasgow's SWG3, and even sessions in Ibiza. In a heartfelt post, music promoters STREETrave announced the devastating news of Derek's passing, describing their "good friend" as a "brave, brave man" and "an inspiration to us all." It read: "As many of you know - our good friend Derek Baird passed away yesterday. "What this guy went through was unimaginable but yet he didn't hide away and he fought it head on!! "He played Pavilion Festival, the Sr Summer all dayer and played Ibiza for us last year - what a brave, brave man - an inspiration to us all - our thoughts and prayers go out to his loving wife Linda & daughter Lauren and the rest of his friends and family. "RIP our good friend & sleep tight - Chasing the Phase!!" And his family announced Derek's passing on his Facebook page, describing the dad as an "amazing spirit." They said: "Sadly, our wee Del passed peacefully in his sleep today. "Everyone who had the pleasure of meeting Derek will know how special he is, although he is no longer with us his amazing spirit with live with us all forever. Huge dance star shares his incredible journey with fans amid world tour "The family would like to thank everyone who has supported Derek throughout his inspiring journey. "We are heartbroken but so proud of the courage, strength and positivity Derek displayed during such challenging times. Rest in peace our darling Derek." Friends and family flocked to social media to remember the DJ described as an "absolute warrior." One pal wrote: "You will never be forgotten my friend what a gentleman you were, thoughts with your family Derek pal." 6 STREETRave displayed a banner for Derek at this year's Pavilion festival Credit: Facebook / STREETrave 6 His love of music saw Derek perform sessions in Ibiza Credit: Facebook / STREETrave 6 Promoters said Derek "didn't hide away" as he fought cancer head on Credit: Facebook / STREETrave Another said: "Very inspirational man! Makes you appreciate what you have. RIP and condolences." A third commented: "So sad. "What a loss to the dance community. He will be spinning upstairs with the big man." A fourth added: "Absolute warrior. Sending much love to his family and friends." And fellow DJ Danny Rampling said: "So sorry for your loss."
Daily Record
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Back to where it all began as Lanarkshire promoter's STREETrave returns to Pavilion Festival
Lanarkshire dance music mogul Ricky Magowan cast his mind back more than 35 years to where it all began as the stages and marquees are built for this bank holiday weekend's Pavilion Festival. The Motherwell man could never have imagined when he first took his STREETrave dance music club night to Ayr Pavilion, that decades later the brand would still be going strong and he would be co-founder of an outdoor festival that takes place almost in the back garden of the legendary Pavilion. STREETrave, which spawned the Colours organisation – the biggest dance music promoters in Scotland who are responsible for bringing the biggest DJs and EDM artists to Scotland – will take the reins at the Pavilion Festival on the Low Green next to Ayr beach with the old venue in the background, this Sunday, May 4. Ricky, who started off as a graphic designer producing flyers for events, first brought his fledgling STREETrave brand to Ayr back in 1989 when the rave music phenomenon was still in its infancy. They made Ayr Pavilion its spiritual home in Scotland and brought ground-breaking acts from across the scene north of the border. Since those early days, Ayrshire has held a special place in Ricky's heart. Audaciously STREETrave went on to hold the huge all-night Eurodance rave within Prestwick Airport at Hogmanay 1992, they followed up with two more there when The Prodigy were amongst the acts, which have since gone down in folklore. Over three decades have passed since then, and his music promotion business has gone on to bring almost every megastar in the dance music world to Scotland. This weekend, it's back to Ayr in the shadow of the place it all began. It will be the third year for the growing festival, which this year features the main stage in a 5,000 capacity "big top". Ricky said: 'Who would have thought when we first put on a party at Ayr Pavilion in 1989, that we would be back 36 years later with a three-day festival - and a massive big top! "The weekend is shaping up to be an absolute belter with sunshine and blue skies forecast for all three days, it going to be something special. With five stages on Sunday there's plenty to choose from. And, despite the forecast of favourable weather, all arenas are covered so there's no fear of a washout dampening the enthusiasm of the crowd. On Sunday, the Electric Brae main stage will see the likes of Happy Mondays, Danny Rampling and Shades of Rhythm keep the crowds moving, while there will also be a STREETrave Classical set for discerning afficionados. The aptly named Rave Cave stage will offer sounds from former Prodigy member Leeroy Thornhill, as well as homegrown international DJ stars and producers Mark Sherry and David Forbes. The latter was a regular on the decks at Ayr Pavilion during the 90s, and now produces tracks included in the sets of the world's biggest hitters. The late Mallorca Lee's son Oshy will also bring the sound of Ultrasonic to the cave, which is sure to be emotional. The three-day event will kick off on Friday with James and Starsailor as the biggest crowd-pullers on the Electric Brae stage, one to look out for on the Breakthrough stage are the band Hippy. Then on Saturday, Ayr native Ewan McVicar will be joined by Ben Hemsley and a host of others. For more information and to buy tickets visit: Tickets are also available from Skiddle , Tickets Scotland and Ticketmaster . *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here . And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here .
