Brett Jackson... Gone Too Soon
By:Guest Contributor
Published:16 Feb 11
It is with much sadness to announce the passing of a producer and DJ, Brett Jackson. This morning (Wednesday 16), Jackson lost his battle to Hodgkins Lymphoma Cancer at the Pretoria East Hospital.
Diagnosed with the disease in November 2008, Brett fought back like a true soldier - even contributing his time and status to the CANSA Organisation's fundraising courses and contributing a portion of his royalty earnings to the organisation.
Born 28 May 1982, Brett Jackson became known for his soulful deep house sounds - being cross-over and breaking into the urban market scene. With several critically acclaimed compilation series under his belt such as, The Deeper Sound of Brett Jackson, Dig Deeper Vol 1 & 2, Soul Select Vol 1-3, The Best of OM & most recently Soul Candi Sessions 5. On an international level, Brett was renowned - From Cape Town to Karlsruhe, Durban to Dubai, Brett Jackson has rocked dancefloors across Belgium, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Switzerland, South Africa, Germany, Spain, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and beyond.
Brett Jackson joined the Soul Candi family in 2003 as the record store manager and buyer and was currently the label manager of the Urban Dance division. His contribution to the label saw him compile some of the biggest selling albums the label has ever released. A true music visionary he was.
Much can be said for his life as a DJ - but as a man, he was one of ethics, honour, honesty and indeed a true soldier.
May his soul rest in peace
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