JD Twitch, known as Keith McIvor and part of the duo Optimo, has been diagnosed with an untreatable brain tumour. He shared this news via Instagram, explaining the rapid decline in his health. McIvor cancelled several gigs while undergoing testing and emphasized the importance of spending time with loved ones. The duo Optimo is celebrated in the Scottish dance music scene for their diverse sets and creative remixes, with their influential residency at Glasgow's Sub Club running from 1997 to 2010. They also founded Optimo Music, producing acclaimed DJ mix albums.
The musician, real name Keith McIvor, announced the news in a post on Instagram stating, 'My symptoms weren't immediately diagnosed, and my health declined very rapidly over just a few weeks.'
McIvor stated, 'I am currently trying to process this news and prioritising spending precious time with the people I love.'
Optimo, with McIvor alongside Jonnie Wilkes, are icons of Scottish and British dance music culture, known for their sets that cover huge stylistic ground.
They created acclaimed DJ mix albums such as How to Kill the DJ (Part 2) and founded a label, Optimo Music, which spawned various spinoff labels.
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