Ultra Sonic DJ Mallorca Lee, 51, has died: Scottish 90s dance group frontman passes away four weeks after revealing cancer battle
DJ Mallorca Lee has passed away just weeks after revealing his battle with cancer.
The frontman of iconic 1990s Scottish dance group Ultra Sonic passed away on Sunday at the age of 51.
His bandmate DJ KID took to social media on Monday to share the sad news. He wrote: ‘It is with immense sadness that I announce the sad passing on Sunday afternoon of legendary Scottish DJ, producer and long-time friend Mallorca Lee, who was diagnosed with terminal cancer just four weeks ago. He was 51.
“During this incredibly distressing time, my deepest condolences go out to Mallorca’s wife Maria, his children Angel and Oceano and his extended family and friends.
“You will be greatly missed, brother, but your energy and legacy will live on.”
Ultra Sonic DJ Mallorca Lee, 51, has passed away: Frontman passed away on Sunday just four weeks after revealing his terminal cancer battle
Fans wrote: ‘Such sad news, fly high legend #ultrasonic #publicdomain #mallorcalee #us.’
‘RIP to the legend Mallorca Lee of Ultra Sonic. I spent many a good night in my youth bouncing to them, or in a gaff watching their VHS.”
“Rest in peace, you legend of Rave.”
‘#MallorcaLee very sad to hear he passed away #Ultrasonic no one could match the energy when they were on stage. Ultrasonic is a big part of my Spotify techno playlist and sounds as good today as it did in the 90s. It will always be #AnnihilatingRhythm.”
Mallorca had gone to Facebook a few weeks ago share his health status with his loved ones and fans few weeks ago.
He apologized for not telling all his family and friends individually, admitting he was still “processing” and that his “heart was broken a thousand times.”
He wrote: ‘I have been diagnosed with terminal cancer, the doctor said it could be a matter of months.
‘I apologize for not telling all my family and friends individually. It breaks my heart a thousand times and I don’t have the strength to go through it again and again.
The frontman and founder of ’90s electronic band Ultra Sonic, 51, took to Facebook weeks ago to reveal his tragic diagnosis
‘I love you all, the last ten years have been the best of them all, it’s been truly amazing.
‘Forgive me if I don’t answer your calls and messages, I’m still processing, even this message feels like someone else wrote it…
“Love, that’s all we ever really have, our only true currency, so tell the people around you what they mean to you, every day. LOVE LOVE LOVE Mall.”
Messages of support have been pouring in for him, including from close friend and Radio Clyde presenter George Bowie, who said: ‘This is absolutely devastating news. I can’t tell you how devastated I am by this.’
Ben Nicky commented: ‘Mall, it was an absolute pleasure working with you back in the day, your energy and smile are truly infectious. I’m so sorry to hear this and I’m sure it’s a confusing and scary time.
‘We all have your back and if you need anything, just let us know. Stay strong buddy, keep your family close and keep smiling, you legend.”
Gary Beck wrote: ‘So sad to read this. You are an absolute legend.”
The techno DJ known as Mall founded Ayrshire dance group UltraSonic and has worked with some of the industry’s biggest names
Someone else replied: ‘One of the best. I’m devastated.’
Another said: ‘Oh Mall, this is unbearable news. I’ve been following you since Ultra Sonic was founded in the early 1990s. My heart is breaking.’
‘While a fourth wrote: ‘Stripped big man. Take it easy and send you and your family all my love.”
The techno DJ, known as Mall, founded Ayrshire dance group UltraSonic and has worked with some of the industry’s biggest names.