DJ Shortkut, member of 3 of the most influential DJ crews in history, has been hospitalized according to his Instagram account.
“We want to inform you that DJ Shortkut has been hospitalized due to a serious health incident,” it read. “He is currently in stable condition and receiving excellent care.” The statement continued in the caption, “We ask for your patience and understanding as his family requests that we respect their privacy during this time. More updates will be provided soon. Your love and support mean the world to him!”
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Since the first post an update was made:
“Sincere thanks and love to everyone who reposted our health announcement today, shared posts and showed love for @shortkut. We understand it was a shock to everyone and appreciate all the inquiries for support. He definitely felt all the love and wants everyone to know that he is deeply touched by your message; they are providing him with strength. His cognitive development is improving daily, and his motor skills are steadily progressing.
“We will relay more updates as the days progress. Just a reminder, his doctors and family request he focuses 100% on his recovery. If there’s anything you’d like to direct to Shorkut, please DM me, and I will forward it to his immediate family. Once again, thank you everyone for your love and well wishes. God bless.”
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Shortkut, is a member of 3 of the most influential DJ crews in history: The Invisibl Skratch Piklz, Beat Junkie Sound & The Triple Threat DJs. As a seasoned veteran in battle DJ competitions, he is responsible for birthing new techniques & innovations to the turntablist culture, while maintaining dance floors internationally, playing music spanning countless genres.
At the forefront of DJ culture & technology, Shortkut is a featured brand ambassador for DJ software company Algoriddim. He frequently collaborates with corporations for marketing campaigns with clients such as Intel, Adidas, Nike, GAP, Red Bull, Roland, Wing Stop, Pioneer DJ, & Go Pro.
Having travelled an average of 20+ countries annually, his performances include renowned events such as: Coachella, Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, The Boiler Room, The Do-Over, a residency on Damian Marley’s Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise and numerous festivals around the world.
Remy Martin selected him as one of Hip Hop’s legendary dj’s featured in their V.S.O.P Mixtape campaign, dedicating a mural of him in the city of San Francisco. On the day of Hip Hop’s 50th Anniversary, Shortkut was inducted into the Bay Area Hip Hop Hall of Fame. He was also the official opening DJ for L.L. Cool J’s “Force Tour”, alongside legendary artists The Roots, De La Soul, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Rakim, touring 19 cities nationwide.
Shortkut establishes himself as one of the most sought after talents in the industry.
