Jackmaster

Jack Revill, professionally known as Jackmaster, was born in Glasgow, Scotland, on January 11, 1986. His career in electronic music began at a young age, starting with learning to DJ at 13 and later working at the Glasgow record shop Rubadub at 14. At Rubadub, he was compensated with records rather than money, allowing him to build a significant collection and deep understanding of various music genres. It was during his time there that he acquired the nickname “Jackmaster,” a reference to the Chicago house music scene. This early exposure and immersion in the record store environment laid the groundwork for his distinctive DJ style, which blended house, techno, disco, and other genres, establishing him as a prominent figure in the global electronic music community.

Revill co-founded the record label Numbers in 2010, merging his previous labels Wireblock and Dress 2 Sweat, along with Stuffrecords. Numbers quickly became an influential platform, releasing music from artists like Jamie xx, Mosca, and Sophie. His reputation as a DJ grew, leading to international recognition and performances at major clubs and festivals worldwide, including Fabric, Circo Loco, The Warehouse Project, Berghain, Glastonbury, and Dekmantel. Revill’s ability to curate diverse lineups for his events, featuring artists such as Moodymann and Joy Orbison, further solidified his standing in the industry. His impact was recognized with several awards, including ‘Breakthrough DJ’ in 2010 and ‘Best DJ’ in 2014 at DJ Magazine’s Best of British Awards, and a prestigious residency on BBC Radio 1 starting in 2014.

Throughout his career, Jackmaster championed a wide range of electronic sounds and was known for not adhering to a single genre. This open-minded approach was evident in his mixes, such as the critically acclaimed FabricLive.57. He continued to tour globally, maintaining a strong connection with his audience. In 2016, he received the SSE Scottish Music Awards Sub Club Electronic Music Award, and in 2017, the Tennents Golden Can Award for Contributions to Scottish Culture. Revill actively engaged with his craft, releasing new music like the single “Nitro” in 2024 and working on new studio projects. Jack Revill died on October 12, 2024, in Ibiza, at the age of 38, following complications from an accidental head injury.