A POPULAR DJ from Three Towns who founded Ultra Sonic​ has died just weeks after revealing he had terminal cancer.

Mallorca Lee, a former pupil of Auchenharvie Academy, passed away on Sunday afternoon, aged 51.

We told last month that the musician announced he had been diagnosed with terminal cancer.

Days later fans of the star campaigned to get his album to the top of the charts three decades after it was produced.

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The news was announced on social media by DJ Kid, who said: "It is with tremendous 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 4 weeks ago. He was 51.

"During this incredibly upsetting time, my deepest sympathy goes out to Maria Mallorca's wife his children Angel and Oceano and his extended family and friends.

"You will be deeply missed, brother, but your energy and legacy will live on."

In a post shared on Mallorca's Facebook, it says: "We love you infinity, goodbye and safe trip."

Mallorca Lee founded Ultra Sonic in 1991.