[313] Blaze - 25 Years Later - available on CD at . . . . . . .
Greetings Cats! Although it will be difficult, it's not impossible to find Blaze's 25 Years Later album on vinyl. However, if you check with www.NetSounds.com or www.GEMM.com, you will find a couple of stores who have limited copies of the CD in stock. I would always suggest you begin your search for classics at www.21centurymusic.com (New Jersey, USA). They have one of the best selections of EXTREMELY RARE pieces! The track listing for 25 Years Later is as follows: We Must All Live Together I Wonder Gonna Make It Work All That I Should Know Lover Man Missing You Get Up So Special Miss My Love You Don't Really Love Me Anything For Your Lovin' Released on Motown Records in 1990 Catalog number (vinyl) MOT-6301 Much respect to Timmy Regisford who was one of the project's executive producers. I hope this helps! peace respect, TP
[313] Is It All Over My Face
Was reissued in 2001 on 12 inch Loose Joints ~ Is It All Over My Face - West End Records A HREF=www.westendrecords.comwww.westendrecords.com/A
Check out Classic TP # 13 on www.DJ-Sets.com Radio
A HREF=http://www.dj-sets.com/radio/flashradio/index.php3?set=197;Click here: Classic TP mix # 13 on DJ SETS.COM Radio/A
Re: [313] Love's Got Me High
This version of LOVE'S GOT ME HIGH features a music sample from WOOD, BRASS STEEL's FUNK A NOVA. This mix of Love's Got Me High is on the Tribute EP. This record should be available throughout the UK, as I reissued this EP 2 months ago. Any record shop that doesn't have this record, can order it from Watts Music in New York City, USA - phone: 1.516.596.1888 / fax: 1.516.596.9881 www.WattsMusic.com In a message dated 12/12/00 6:21:09 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can anyone tell me (TP?), what is the mix of Love's Got Me High that's got the smooth (but funky) guitar lick. It's pitch wheeled down every time it repeats with sort of string sounds. It's a sample from an older track I take it. The whole track has a nice rough feel. Anyway, more importantly - where can I score a copy?! cheers, Dan http://www.geocities.com/Paris/1267/index.html http://www.mp3.com/DanButler
Paging DJ Don Q!
If anyone has the home phone, mobile phone, or pager number of Detroit's own DJ Don Q, A HREF=mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]please e-mail that info to me privately/A. I have an urgent message for him. THANX! Happy Holidays! TP
Re: [313] was (not was)
Actually, Ken didn't REMIX it, he MIXED it. Also check out . . . . Wheel Me Out if you dig that flava. peace respect, TP www.TerrenceParker.com 1.248.784.7233 In a message dated 11/20/00 10:20:58 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: picked up 'out come the freaks' by was (not was) - has a cracking 12 minute remix by ken collier - did he do much remix stuff in this disco/funk style? the original i don't care for too much though - any recommendations for other was (not was) stuff that sounds like this ? cheers simon
TerrenceParkerMusic - The New TP FAN Club Mailing list
Greetings Cats! I have set up a new mailing list which should (hopefully) make it easier for me to pass along the latest TP happenings to my friends fans. To join this list, simply send an e-mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am looking forward to sharing the TP vibe with each of you! peace respect, TP www.TerrenceParker.com www.TPVibe.8m.com 1.248.784.7233
Disco Diva Super Star Sally's Birthday Bash this Sunday Nov. 12th 2000
Greetings Cats This Sunday, we are celebrating the birthday of a true Disco Diva! YES, it's true! It's that time of year again to celebrate the birthday of Super Star Sally! This year's bash will be at CRAZY MOEs (248 322 5550) which is located at 2 North Saginaw Street (corner of Saginaw Pike) in downtown Pontiac. The party begins at 9:00PM and will go ALL NIGHT! The DJs: T.Linder (aka Mr. Mannion) Miss Ani and yours truly . . . . . Terrence Parker w/ special guest . . . Dorkmaster Diva! Scorpios get in 1/2 price! Anyone who knows Sally will enter for FREE! If you want to be on the guest list, RSVP via e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.TerrenceParker.com www.TPVibe.8m.com www.HomeTeamDetroit.com
Re: [313] http://www.groovetech.com/motor/archives.html
I tried this addy, but keep getting a NON-VALID ADDRESS reply. I've gone directly to the site, and cannot seem to find ANY archives from Motor. Does anyone have another address?
Re: [313] http://www.groovetech.com/motor/archives.html
Please disregard the message below - I found it! :-) In a message dated 11/10/00 8:53:44 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I tried this addy, but keep getting a NON-VALID ADDRESS reply. I've gone directly to the site, and cannot seem to find ANY archives from Motor. Does anyone have another address? -
TP's set from SHAKE BENEFIT @ MOTOR / Groovetech.com (track listing)
Greetings to Mike and to all of you COOL Cats! Mike, the specific songs you asked about are as follows: (28:47) Underground Resistance ~ High Tech Jazz - UR (39:00) Wham ~ Everything She Wants - Columbia (53:17) Donell Jones ~ Where I Wanna Be - La Face Below is the entire track listing from my set on September 16th 2000 from SHAKE's benefit party at Motor. I CANNOT TAKE CREDIT FOR THE FIRST 28 MINUTES OF THIS MIX. THE DJ SPINNING FOR THE FIRST 28 MINUTES IS NONE OTHER THAN DETROIT'S OWN T.LINDER! The last record he played in his set was Michael Jackson's Smooth Criminal. So those who want the track listing for records played in the first 28 minutes will have to check directly with T.Linder. RESPECT TO Mr. T.LINDER, Al OLDHAM (aka DJ T-1000 the liquid metal terminator), and of course . . . . SHAKE! A HREF=www.groovetech.com/mk-archive.rxml?file=/motor/2000-09/2000-09-16-motor- terranceparker-alanoldham.rmClick here to check at T.Linder, TP, and T-1000's set RECORDED LIVE from SHAKE's BENEFIT PARTY @ MOTOR/A 1. Underground Resistance ~ High Tech Jazz - UR mixed w/ Kelly Price ~ Friend Of Mine (acapella) - Island 2. Victor Simonelli ~ Need Someone 3. Wham ~ Everything She Wants - Columbia 4. MAW ~ What A Sensation - MAW 5. Status VI ~ You Ain't Really Down - Radar 6. Andre Johnson Project ~ When Will We Be Free - Intangible 7. Change ~ Glow Of Love - BOOTLEG 8. Donell Jones ~ Where I Wanna Be - La Face 9. Rhythm Is Rhythim ~ Strings Of Life - Transmat 10. Liaz ~ House Sensation (Kevin Saunderson RMX) - Kool Kat 11. Barry White ~ Let The Music Play - Universal 12. Sunkids ~ Rise Up - Yellow Orange mixed w/ Risse ~ House Train (acapella) - SENTertainment 13. Stevie Wonder ~ All I Do - BOOTLEG 14. Dewayne Davis ~ What Cha Do For Me - Pandamonium 15. Awa Band ~ Timba - Defected 16. ATFC ~ Bad Habit - Subliminal 17. Sisqo ~ Incomplete - Def Soul 18. Snatch feat. Cheryl Pepsii Riley ~ Let Me Love You Boy - Comma 19. Inner City ~ Good Life - Virgin 20. Sunkids ~ Rise Up - Yellow Orange 21. E-Smoove ~ I Hear Music - Reverb 22. Rhythm Is Rhythim ~ Feel Surreal - Transmat mixed w/ First Choice ~ Let No Man Put Usunder - Audio Deluxe 23. djOn ~ All My Love - Pig Life 24. Stevie Wonder ~ My Eyes Don't Cry - Motown 25. Madonna ~ Everybody - BOOTLEG 26. ??? ~ Testify - BOOTLEG 27. Barbara Norris ~ Heavy Hitter - UP 28. Barbara Roy E.P. P. ~ If You Want Me - Roy B 29. Tanga Chicks ~ Brazil Over Zurich - Subliminal Hope you enjoy the madness! :-) peace respect, TP www.TerrenceParker.com 1.248.784.7233
100 FREE TP MIX CDs THIS SATURDAY AT We Rule The Night!
Greetings Cats! This coming Saturday, November 11th 2000, the lovely DJ Minx I are DJing together on four (4) turntables at Biokidd's We Rule The Night - part 2 party here in Detroit. As a bonus, I am giving away 100 copies of a special limited edition 72 minute mix CD which I made especially for this party. This is my way of making up for my absence from the Time To Shine party back in September. I am not sure exactly what time DJ Minx I are scheduled to spin. As soon as I know, I will pass this info along to you. For more information ( A HREF=members.aol.com/ATF2000/wrtnii.htmlclick here/A), or you can visit the fan developed site A HREF=www.tpvibe.8m.comwww.TPVibe.8m.com/A and see the Biokidd Link on A HREF=www.tpvibe.8m.com/links2.htmlmy LINKS PAGE/A! I'm looking forward to seeing you cats this Saturday! Don't forget about this Wednesday night (November 8th) at Cloud 9. DJ Minx I will be spinning the final night of Deep Heat Wednesdays along with your host Don Waxmaster D Smooth. Come out and show some love support for the Waxmaster on his last evening at Cloud 9, which is located at 8534 Conant 3/4 mile South of Caniff, 9pm-2am, $5 all nite. Cloud 9 is closing. We're gonna miss it! :-) peace respect, TP
Trancended / DET Party on December 8th, 2000
The issue between myself Trancended Productions / DET Productions has been resolved. I am not spinning at their event. This in no way should be interpreted as a negative reflection against Dillon, Erron, or those who are involved with their production companies in any manner. I wish Trancended DET Productions all of the very best for a safe successful event on the night of December 8th, 2000, as well as all of their future endeavors. peace respect, TP
Can Promoters DJs resolve their differences?
Greetings From TP! I am sharing the following information with this list in hopes that it will create a basis for positive dialog / discussion of how we as DJs Promoters work with each other to achieve the common goal of a banging party with a REAL RIGHT vibe! I especially hope that any aspiring / up-and-coming DJs and/or Promoters on this list will take away something valuable which they can use. Today Carl (the promoter behind the HOUSE EXPLOSION event) and I spoke regarding the controversy centered on the flyer for the HOUSE EXPLOSION 2000 event. This morning I sent an e-mail to which he responded by phone and agreed to ALL of my demands to resolve this issue of the improper use of my name. Today I received 11 e-mail letters from cats who see nothing wrong with a person's name being listed on a flyer as a SPECIAL INVITED GUEST. Furthermore, they asked why I was making such a big deal about it, and thought I should be honored by the invitation. Well, I was honored! But how fine is the honor if it is bitter sweet? I understand that many of us on this list are in various countries throughout the world where the laws governing such matters are different. However, being here in the USA, let me try to make my point by using an example . . . . . . . . . LET'S SAY I DECIDED TO THROW A PARTY AT THE STATE THEATER IN DETROIT ON CHRISTMAS NIGHT. I THEN DRAFT A LETTER OF INVITATION TO MICHAEL JACKSON. I THEN FAX THE LETTER TO MICHAEL JACKSON'S MANAGEMENT COMPANY. I NEVER GET A RESPONSE FROM MICHAEL JACKSON, OR ANY OF HIS REPRESENTATIVES. HOWEVER, I TAKE IT UPON MYSELF TO MAKE FLYERS ADVERTISING MY CHRISTMAS PARTY AT THE STATE THEATER WITH SPECIAL INVITED GUEST - MICHAEL JACKSON! I ASK YOU, MY FRIENDS, HOW LONG DO YOU THINK IT WOULD TAKE BEFORE MICHAEL'S LEGAL TEAM WOULD TAKE ACTION AGAINST ME? WOULD I BE WRONG TO ADVERTISE MICHAEL'S NAME AS A SPECIAL INVITED GUEST? AFTER ALL, I DIDN'T SAY THAT HE WAS GOING TO PERFORM RIGHT? I DIDN'T EVEN SAY THAT HE WAS GOING TO BE THERE. ALL I SAID WAS THAT HE WAS A SPECIAL INVITED GUEST. IN FACT, I COULD PROVE THAT I DID INDEED INVITE MR. JACKSON BY PRESENTING THE LETTER ALONG WITH A COPY OF THE VERIFIED FAX TRANSMISSION TO MICHAEL'S MANAGEMENT WHICH STATES THAT I AM INVITING HIM TO ATTEND MY EVENT. SO I ASK YOU GOOD PEOPLE, IF MIKE, NOR HIS PEOPLE RESPOND TO MY INVITATION, DO I HAVE THE RIGHT TO USE HIS NAME IN ANY MANNER (EVEN AS A SPECIAL INVITED GUEST) IN PROMOTION OF MY EVENT? WHY DID I MAKE SUCH A BIG DEAL ABOUT THIS? BECAUSE I HAVE TO TAKE A STAND ON WHAT I BELIEVE IS RIGHT, NOT ONLY BECAUSE IT AFFECTS ME, BUT BECAUSE SOMEDAY (IF NOT TODAY) IT COULD AFFECT YOU! MY POSITION WAS BASED UPON A PRINCIPLE WHICH IS PERSONAL TO ME, BUT COMMON TO ALL OF US. FOR THE RECORD DELANO SMITH FELT AS I DID, AND ALSO EXPRESSED HIS CONCERN OVER BEING LISTED ON THE FLYER. AS I UNDERSTAND IT, HE TOO HAS RESOLVED HIS ISSUE WITH THE PROMOTER. Peace Respect, TP www.TerrenceParker.com 1.248.784.7233
Jeff Mills TP on Thanksgiving Weekend - THE REAL STORY!
Greetings cats! I am taking time out of my busy schedule to write this e-mail because of a flyer which I received last night. This flyer is for the HOUSE EXPLOSION 2000 party scheduled to take place here in Detroit on Saturday, November 25th at the Majestic Theater. The flyer IMPLIES / INFERS that Delano Smith, Jeff Mills, and myself (TP) will be spinning this event along with the other scheduled DJs. The flyer reads as follows: House Explosion 2000 with sounds by house legends Rick The Godson Wilhite, Theo Parrish, Steve Crawford, Norm Talley, Keith Worthy, Al Ester . . . . PLUS SPECIAL INVITED GUESTS: Delano Smith, Jeff Mills, and Terrance Parker. Now beyond the obvious misspelling of my name, there is a much deeper attempt to deceive you good people with this flyer which is based upon an old school Detroit promotional trick which cats would use back when I was in high school in the 1980s. The promoter knows that just by putting our names on the flyer, that the word of mouth network here in Detroit will spread the word that we are all definitely spinning at this party. With all due and proper respect to my friends Rick, Theo, Norm, Keith, Al, Delano, and Jeff, I want to assure you that I, TERRENCE PARKER am NOT spinning at this event. I was asked to spin at this event while in the middle of my set at the beatdownsounds.com party two weeks ago. At that time, I told the promoter that I do NOT discuss business at clubs/parties, and that he should get with me AFTER I have finished my set so we could discuss a time when we could talk about his request. This cat tried to continue the conversation, even though I was CLEARLY in the act of performing my DJ set. Finally, I told this cat to leave the DJ booth. I never heard back from him, or heard anything else about this party until I received this flyer last night with my name on it. Furthermore, knowing JEFF as I do, I am sure he has NOTHING to do with this event. Jeff probably knows nothing about it. I also know that Jeff has specific feelings with regard to how his DJ bookings are handled (especially as they relate to events here in Detroit). I'm sure many of you on the 313 list, and cats here in Detroit remember the last big Jeff Mills controversy surrounding a Thanksgiving party here in Detroit (which was not Jeff's fault). So I have forwarded a copy of this e-mail to Jeff and his management. My guess is that Delano also did not commit to this event. Thus Delano, Jeff, and myself conveniently become know as special invited guest according to the flyer. Now maybe I'm wrong! Perhaps Jeff Delano are going to spin at this event. But knowing how the promoter approached me, and Steve Crawford, I seriously doubt it. I just want to make it clear that I AM NOT SPINNING AT THIS EVENT. I HAVE THE HIGHEST RESPECT FOR Rick Wilhite, Theo Parrish, Steve Crawford, Norm Talley, Keith Worthy, Al Ester, Delano Smith, AND Jeff Mills. I SUPPORT THEM! I DO NOT SUPPORT, NOR WILL I ENDORSE THIS EVENT IN ANYWAY. These cats had no authorization to use my name in ANY MANNER in connection with their event. ON THAT SAME NOTE, the Trancended cats behind the Won't You Be My Neighbor party on DEC 8 2000 in Detroit, have also used my name without my authorization. Their E-Flyer courtesy of the ravedata.com site reads as follows: With performances by Craig Gonzalez, Terrence Parker, Derek Plaisako, CDX, Whistleboi, Saul Good, Legal Alien, Interzone, Tom Linder, Big Loda Again, with all due respect to T.Linder, Derek, CDX and the other DJs involved with this event, I want to make it clear that I am NOT spinning at this event. These cats had no authorization to use my name in ANY MANNER in connection with their event. This matter regarding both the November 25th and December 8th events is now in the hands of my legal team. Any further attempts to misappropriate my name and/or likeness will not be tolerated. peace respect, TP www.TerrenceParker.com 1.248.784.7233
Re: [313] Funky Music try these sites . . . . .
In a message dated 10/31/00 11:26:16 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Sorry but I thought if any one would know where to locate this on vinyl someone on this list would Funky Music Donald Byrd and the Black Birds mg Try the following sites: http://www.dancetracks.com/ http://www.dustygroove.com/
Thanx for a fantastic FAREWELL night @ Karma!
I want to send out my personal thanx to each and everyone who came out to show their love, and share vibes with Steve Crawford and I on our last night of DJing at Club Karma, especially those who came out from Ann Arbor, Lansing, Grand Rapids, even as far away as Colorado (via plane, and then a drive from Chicago). Thank you for supporting our vibe. We successfully recorded the entire night. So for those of you who could not attend, or those who just want to remember last night's wonderful vibe, look for the Farewell to Euphoria CDx3 package coming soon. For more details, contact Sarah at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Available soon . . . . CLASSIC TP MIX Vol. # 13 :-) peace respect, TP www.TerrenceParker.com
Double CD Jewel Cases?
Does anyone out there know of a website where I can order Double CDs Jewel cases at a reasonable price?
TP spins for BeatDownSounds.com launch party TONIGHT (10/19/00)
Greetings Cats! Tonight I am spinning at the BeatDownSounds.com website launching party at ONE X in downtown Detroit. Here's the info: You're invited to attend the Official Website Launch of: A HREF=www.beatdownsounds.comwww.beatdownsounds.com/A This Thursday, October 19, 2000 At One X Warehouse 2575 Michigan Ave. 1 mile East of Jeffries Fwy and 2 miles West of the old Tiger Stadium. 8pm til 2am - 21 and over Come and experience this Full Featured Website and witness History in the making! www.beatdownsounds.com features: Free Email Live Chat Club Events New Release Info Artist Archives, and of course Free Downloadable MP3 and Real Audio Files of Detroit's Hottest DJs, both Past and Present! Plus! In the BIG ROOM Live DJ sets, starting promptly at 8:00 PM Featuring: DJ Ray Bone DJ Minx Delano Smith Norm Tally Terrence Parker Theo Parrish and Mike Agent X Clark Get there early, doors closed at capacity! Detroit beatdownsounds.com. Thursdays at One X with DJ Mike Clark and special guests. Live Performances, Drink Specials, Nominal Cover. You Deserve a Good Old Fashion Beating! (Musically speaking) www.beatdownsounds.com peace respect, TP www.TerrenceParker.com www.TPvibe.8m.com
A short message from TP regarding Australian Tour Euphoria Sundays
Greetings! It is with the absolute deepest regret that I must cancel my trip to Australia. I have been looking forward to coming to Australia for many years. However, I was placed in a very difficult position which forced me to make a firm decision to cancel this tour. Perhaps one day I will get the honor to finally be able to share my musical vibe on Australian soil. It is with further disappointment and regret that I must inform you that Steve Crawford and I have decided to make Sunday October 29th (The Euphoria Halloween Party) our FINAL NIGHT at Club Karma. This decision was primarily mine with Steve in full agreement and support of my decision. I will continue to spin each Sunday night thru the 29th. I hope you accept this letter under the spirit in which it was written. peace respect, Terrence (TP) Parker p.s. Much respect to the 500,000 cats who watched Roy Davis Jr I bang the box at the System Sound Bar in Toronto courtesy of BlackHoleTv.com Terrence Parker's DJ calendar September thru December 2000 for more info check out www.TerrenceParker.com or call 1 248 784 7233 September : Friday 1st - PTC Club ~ HANNOVER (GERMANY) Saturday 2nd - Summer Spirit Festival ~ JUETERBOG (GERMANY) Sunday 3rd - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Saturday 9th - T.K.O. (Technical Knockout) Party BATON ROUGE (USA) Sunday 10th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Friday 15th - Club Liquid 109 ~ KALAMAZOO (USA) Saturday 16th - Motor Lounge ~ HAMTRAMCK (USA) Saturday 16th (late night) - Biokidd's Time To Shine Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 17th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Saturday 23rd - Flamingo Club ~ ESSEN (GERMANY) Sunday 24th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) October : Sunday 1st - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Monday 2nd - Miss Zak's Birthday Party @ Cloud 9 ~ HAMTRAMCK (USA) Saturday 7th - Rotation/Gabe's ~ IOWA CITY (USA) Sunday 8th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Saturday 14th - System Sound Bar ~ TORONTO (CANADA) Sunday 15th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Saturday 21st - Home Nightclub ~ SYDNEY (AUSTRALIA) canceled Friday 27th - Seven Night Club ~ MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA) canceled Saturday 28th - Ministry of Sound Party ~ PERTH (AUSTRALIA) canceled Sunday 29th - EUPHORIA's Halloween Party ~ FERNDALE (USA) November : Wednesday 8th - Cloud 9 ~ HAMTRAMCK (USA) Saturday 11th - We Rule The Night pt. 2 / 100 free TP CDs ~ DETROIT (USA) Thursday 16th - Club Spiral ~ LANSING (USA) Saturday 18th - Boogie Monsters Party ~ DETROIT (USA) December : Friday 1st - Club Liquid 109 ~ KALAMAZOO (USA) not yet confirmed Saturday 2nd - Static Party ~ COLUMBUS OHIO (USA) Saturday 9th - Good Vibes Party @ St. Andrew's Hall ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 31st - Dockland's New Year's Eve Party ~ MUENSTER (GERMANY)
The Tribute To Ken Collier EP feat. Love's Got Me High REMIX
Attention all retail stores and distributors throughout the world. The classic highly sought after release of the TRIBUTE EP is now available. To order please contact: Watts Music, INC 500 Ocean Avenue, East Rockaway, NY. 11518 Phone: +1.516.596.9771 Fax: +1.516.596.9881 Peace Respect, Terrence (TP) Parker
Derrick May Eclipse in Lansing last night
Before I became known as a DJ, I was known for being a good dancer. Back in the days of Detroit's own Music Institute, I use to enjoy dancing to the sounds of Derrick May because he didn't just play records. Instead, he created music with music. He created rhythms with pre-recorded rhythms. When I arrived in Lansing, Michigan last night, I had no idea that Mr. May was going to take me back to those good old days. Simply put, DERRICK put on (what we as DJs use to call back in the day) a clinic, and schooled everyone on how to properly bang out some techno. He made me want to go out and buy at least 3 records that he played last night. Not just for the records themselves, but rather in the way Derrick presented them. It's the way a DJ presents the music to the audience that makes the difference. I use the Bill Cosby classic example to illustrate my point ... imagine that you are in a restaurant waiting to enjoy your favorite meal with all of the trimmings and side dishes that make your mouth water in anticipation of what delight your tongue will soon enjoy. As the wait staff approach the table with your dinner, you can smell the pleasant scents of this delicious meal. However, when the waiter or waitress places the meal on the table, you discover that your delicious meal has been served to you on a garbage can lid. The question now is, do you still feel like eating? How can you eat after that? My point is this . . . YOU CAN OFFER THE VERY BEST, BUT AT THE END OF THE DAY, IT'S THE PRESENTATION THAT MAKES THE DIFFERENCE! Too many times, DJs play some of the hottest tunes, but still don't move the crowd. Why? Because the music itself cannot stand alone. If this were the case, why pay DJs at all? Clubs could save enormous amounts of money on just playing CD compilations all night. When you go to a party or club event, you expect to hear great music. You don't expect to have it presented to you on a garbage can lid. Last night, Derrick showed how to properly SET THE TABLE and SERVE THE MUSIC to a HUNGRY audience! I watched listened to Derrick's set at the DEMF, and on that summer night he certainly showed the world why he is a world class DJ. Last night, Derrick showed a 1000 people in Lansing why I use to dance all night to his sets at the Music Institute. The only other musical highlight for me was watching listening to Eclipse bang the box! Again, it's all about the presentation. I've seen Eclipse do his thing several times before, but last night he was certainly at the top of his game. Great set last night fellas! Way to bang `em out Detroit style! Many thanx much respect to my friends fans of the LANSING CREW who made me and my friends (TONE TRACKMASTER LOU of SCAN 7) feel so welcomed last night! peace respect, TP p.s. No disrespect intended to other DJs, but just because you can scratch and / or possess other turntable skills doesn't necessarily mean that you can rock a crowd. It's all in the presentation! By the way, I hope someone recorded these sets last night!
Lansing Electronic Music Festival?
Does anyone know about a Lansing Electronic Music Festival going on this coming weekend?
TP's No Show @ Time To Shine Party
Greetings Cats! I want to apologize to Greg of Biokidd Productions, and all of my friends and fans who were disappointed that I did not appear at the TIME TO SHINE Party last night in Detroit. I want to make it clear that my not showing up for last night's event was my fault entirely! PLEASE DO NOT HOLD BIOKIDD PRODUCTIONS RESPONSIBLE. I alone take full responsibility for what happened. It's always been a pleasure for me to perform at Biokidd events. Greg and his crew have always been very professional and accommodating towards me. We are discussing a POSSIBLE make up performance in November. IF THIS DATE IN NOVEMBER GETS CONFIRMED, I WILL MAKE A SPECIAL LIMITED EDITION MIX CD, AND GIVE AWAY 100 COPIES THAT NIGHT. It is not my normal practice to MISS confirmed DJ dates. Again, I am very sorry for disappointing so many of you who were there to see hear me spin. peace respect, Terrence (TP) Parker
WHAT HAPPENS TO THE MONEY FROM SHAKE's BENEFIT PARTY
Hello everyone! 100% of the door money goes to Shake. NONE OF THE DJ's ARE GETTING PAID. WE ARE ALL DJing For FREE in honor and out of respect for the urgent needs of our friend. I believe the cost is between $7 $10 dollars for entry. Mr. Al. Oldham would no more about the exact amount for entry. Please forgive me for not knowing this information. I have not DJ'ed a set at Motor since January of this year so I am not aware of the exact amount for entry. Furthermore, I want to make it clear that I, TERRENCE PARKER cannot and will not take any credit for the planning or preparation of this event in any manner. I know that many people have assumed that I organized this benefit for Shake because of my other charitable contributions in the past. If anyone deserves the TRUE credit for taking the LEAD role in putting this event together in honor of our good friend Shake, it's AL Oldham, DJ T-1000. He simply asked me if I would like to participate, and I quickly said YES. My focus has been on preparing an awesome set to honor and pay tribute to my friend Shake, and on spreading the word so that Shake will have a packed house and leave with PHAT POCKETS this Saturday night. So if anyone has any questions regarding the specifics of this event, I respectfully ask that they be directed to AL as he could better answer your questions. :-) peace respect, TP
Anthony Shakir Benefit Party @ Motor this Saturday
Greetings Cats! I'm honored to be spinning at the MOTOR LOUNGE along with DJ T-1000 himself - Mr. Allan Oldham, Bangin' BUZZ Goree, and the ultra smooth DJ T.Linder for the Anthony Shakir Benefit Party. Motor is located in HAMTRAMCK, MICHIGAN. ALL of the monies from the door will go to pay Shake's mounting medical bills. For more information, call 313-369-0080, or check out the A HREF=www.motordetroit.comMotor Website/A! (www.MotorDetroit.com) My set will be from 10PM until 12Midnight. MANY OF YOU WHO ARE NOT IN THE DETROIT AREA HAVE ASKED HOW YOU MAY CONTRIBUTE TO SHAKE'S MEDICAL FUND. I UNFORTUNATELY STILL DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER BANK INFORMATION AT THIS TIME. HOWEVER, AS SOON AS THIS INFO BECOMES AVAILABLE, I WILL CERTAINLY PASS IT ALONG TO YOU VIA PERSONAL E-MAIL OR A HREF=www.terrenceparker.comMY WEBSITE/A! (www.TerrenceParker.com) peace respect, TP 248.784.7233
Re: [313] Stevie Wonder Track ID
This record is a bootleg mix: Stevie Wonder vs. The Kleptomaniacs. It was originally thought to be mixed by Bob Sinclair (as is stickered on the copies I now own), but this was a mistake made by several distributors. There are actually more than 25 different records that I know of which include a sample from Stevie Wonder's All I Do. But the one you are thinking of is a completely reworked version of the ORIGINAL track. I'm currently having mad fun bangin' doubles when I'm on the set. I AM STILL LOOKING FOR A SIMILAR REWORKED VERSION OF STEVIE WONDER'S IF. I WAS TOLD THAT I COULD GET IT FROM RELEASE THE GROOVE IN LONDON ENGLAND. BUT I HAVEN'T HAD ANY REAL LUCK GETTING MY HANDS ON ANY COPIES YET. :-) TP www.TerrenceParker.com In a message dated 8/16/00 12:47:42 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Greetings, I've been hearing a new remix of All I Do by Stevie Wonder lately. At first I thought it was the Roy Davis Jr. remix from a couple years ago, but this remix had the original vocals in its entirety! I just want to know who is responsible for this remix and what label can I find it on? Ciao Baby, Joel Fernandez
www.TerrenceParker.com
Greetings Cats! The new TP site is now up and running. Like moving into a new home, everything is not yet in place. All the same, I invite you to check it out at: www.TerrenceParker.com or A HREF=www.terrenceparker.comclick here!/A Remember: Home Team Thursday nights - TP @ Bachi Abracci Euphoria/Sunday nights (beginning Aug 27th) - TP Steve Crawford @ Karma For more info, call the TP info line @ 1 248 784 7233 For more info about Euphoria, call 1 248 784 7244 Stay tuned for more info about being a guest on our Euphoria Grand Opening on August 27th 2000! :-) peace respect, TP Terrence Parker's DJ calendar August thru October 2000 for more info check out www.TerrenceParker.com or call 1 248 784 7233 August : Thursday 3rd - Bachi Abracci ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 4th - Lavalourne Art's BLUE ROOM Dance Event ~ DETROIT (USA) Friday 4th - Linda G's W.T.F. Event ~ DETROIT (USA) Saturday 5th - House Yo Body Party ~ GRAND RAPIDS (USA) Thursday 10th - Bachi Abracci ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 12th - Dockland ~ MUENSTER (GERMANY) Thursday 17th - Bachi Abracci ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 19th - Casino Club ~ BERLIN (GERMANY) Thursday 24th - Bachi Abracci ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 25th - Tune In Party ~ KANSAS CITY (USA) Saturday 26th - Rotation/Gabe's ~ IOWA CITY (USA) Sunday 27th - EUPHORIA @ Karma [Grand Opening] ~ FERNDALE (USA) September : Friday 1st - Mousse T's U2 Club Grand Opening Party ~ HANNOVER (GERMANY) Saturday 2nd - Summer Spirit Festival ~ JUETERBOG (GERMANY) Sunday 3rd - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Saturday 9th - T.K.O. (Technical Knockout) Party BATON ROUGE (USA) Sunday 10th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Friday 15th - Club Liquid 109 ~ KALAMAZOO (USA) Saturday 16th - Motor Lounge ~ HAMTRAMCK (USA) Saturday 16th (late night) - Biokidd Party ~ DETROIT (USA) not yet confirmed Sunday 17th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Saturday 23rd - Flamingo Club ~ ESSEN (GERMANY) not yet confirmed Sunday 24th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) October : Saturday 7th - System Sound Bar ~ TORONTO (CANADA) Sunday 8th - TP Steve Crawford Present EUPHORIA ~ FERNDALE (USA) Friday 20th - Prince of Wales ~ MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA) Saturday 21st - Home Nightclub ~ SYDNEY (AUSTRALIA) Saturday 28th - Belmont Race Course / Ministry of Sound Party ~ PERTH (AUSTRALIA) More Dates To Be Announced - TP DJ Tour ~ VARIOUS CITIES (AUSTRALIA)
Loleatta Holloway ~ Stand Up
I forgot to mention that the Loleatta Holloway Dreaming remixes were re-titled, STAND UP and was originally available as a vinyl box set.
Stevie Wonder's IF bootleg, and other classics.
Greetings Cats! I am trying to get my hands on a copy of Stevie Wonder's IF bootleg remix. I am also looking for the 12inch of The Isley Brother's Harvest For The World (must be in mint condition). This next request is going to sound crazy, but in 1994, I did a remix of Loleatta Holloway's Dreaming along with Andrew Komix which was released on Six/6 Sony UK. My last two copies of this record were lost/stolen during a trip to Spain when Singapore Airlines lost my records. I need this record not just for my mix, but for Andrew's smokin' hot version. I need at least two (2) copies of each record, and I am willing to pay TOP DOLLAR for them. Anyone with info, please e-mail me privately at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] THANX! TP www.TerrenceParker.com +1 248 784 7233
TP's Telephone (INFO) Line
Want exclusive info on clubs, parties, or other events where TP will be spinning? Want updates on TP Record, Tape, CD releases, and other news? Interested in booking TP to spin at your club/party? Then you need to call . . . TP's Info Line: 1 248 784 7233 A HREF=www.terrenceparker.com Can you handle the truth?/A http://www.TerrenceParker.com
paging REGGIE HOTMIX HARREL
If anyone has contact info for Reggie Hotmix Harrel, could you please pass it along to me (privately), or ask him to contact me ASAP. I have important / urgent news for him. thanx! Terrence (TP) Parker
TP's weekend update July 12, 2000
Greetings Cats! Tonight (July 12, 2000) I will be spinning a special classic Disco, Funk, Soul set at Cloud 9 located at 8534 Conant in Hamtramck (3/4 of a mile south of Caniff). My set will begin around 11PM. For those of you who do not already know, Wednesdays at Cloud 9 feature the musical stylings of The Don, Waxmaster D Smooth. Doors open at 9PM and the age requirement is 18 and over. Tomorrow night (July 13, 2000) Hugh C, Justin Arcari and I will venture into our second night of Hometeam at BACHI which is located at 40 West Pike Street in downtown Pontiac. I've got some new and amazing tunes which I'll be spinnin' from 10:30PM to 1:30AM. For more information call 248-322-4139. Of you can hit the website for directions at: www.hometeamdetroit.com This Saturday (July 15, 2000) I'm spinning in Cleveland Ohio for Superdank Productions. Later this week, I should know my DJ set time, and have the info line information for you cats. :-) peace respect, TP Terrence Parker's DJ calendar April thru September 2000 April : Saturday 1st - BioKidd Productions Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 2nd - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 7th - Tonic Grand Opening Party ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 8th - Silver Promotions Party ~ MEMPHIS (USA) Sunday 9th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 15th - Renegade Rhythms Party ~ PORTLAND (USA) Sunday 16th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 22nd - TP's Birthday Party pt. 1 @ Dockland ~ MUENSTER (GERMANY) Sunday 23rd - TP's Birthday Party pt. 2 @ Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 29th - Rotation/Gabe's ~ IOWA CITY (USA) Sunday 30th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) May : Friday 5th - Electric Circus / Much Music / CityTV ~ TORONTO (CANADA) Saturday 6th - System Sound Bar ~ TORONTO (CANADA) Sunday 7th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 12th - Sound Living Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 14th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 20th - Syndicate's Replay Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 21st - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 27th - Stammhiem Club ~ KASSEL (GERMANY) Sunday 28th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Sunday 28th - DEMF After Party [3AM] @ Science ~ DETROIT (USA) June : Sunday 4th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 10th - Boundless2000/Strasse E ~ DRESDEN (GERMANY) CANCELED Sunday 11th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 16th - F City Music Festival @ Cobalt ~ FERNDALE (USA) Sunday 18th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 24th - Dockland ~ MUENSTER (GERMANY) Sunday 25th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Thursday 29th - Maintain @ Y2K ~ ROCHESTER, NY (USA) Friday 30th - Conception Party ~ FREEMONT (USA) July : Thursday 6th - Hometeam Reunion Party @ Bachi ~ PONTIAC (USA) Wednesday 12th - Cloud 9 ~ HAMTRAMCK (USA) Thursday 13th - Hometeam @ Bachi ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 15th - Superdank Party ~ CLEVELAND (USA) Thursday 20th - 89X's X2K 1st Anniversary Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Friday 21st - Club Jag ~ HAMTRAMCK (USA) Thursday 27th - Hometeam @ Bachi ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 28th - Kids At Play Party ~ DETROIT (USA) August : Friday 4th - Lavalourne Art's BLUE ROOM Dance Event ~ DETROIT (USA) Friday 4th - Late Night Event @ ? ~ DETROIT (USA) Saturday 5th - House Yo Body Party ~ GRAND RAPIDS (USA) Saturday 12th - Dockland ~ MUENSTER (GERMANY) Saturday 19th - Casino Club ~ BERLIN (GERMANY) Friday 25th - Tune In Party ~ KANSAS CITY (USA) Saturday 26th - Rotation/Gabe's ~ IOWA CITY (USA) September : Friday 1st - Mousse T's U2 Club ~ HANNOVER (GERMANY) not yet confirmed Saturday 2nd - Summer Spirit Festival ~ JUETERBOG (GERMANY) Saturday 9th - T.K.O. (Technical Knockout) Party BATON ROUGE (USA) Friday 15th - Club Liquid ~ KALAMAZOO (USA) not yet confirmed Saturday 23rd - Flamingo Club ~ ESSEN (GERMANY) not yet confirmed October : Saturday 7th - System Sound Bar ~ TORONTO (CANADA) Saturday 14th - Spirit Sound Bar ~ PERTH (AUSTRALIA) Friday 20th - Prince of Wales ~ MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA) Saturday 21st - Home Nightclub ~ SYDNEY (AUSTRALIA) Saturday 28th - Ministry of Sound Party ~ PERTH (AUSTRALIA) More Dates To Be Announced - TP DJ Tour ~ VARIOUS CITIES (AUSTRALIA)
Welcome To Summer Madness!
Terrence Parker and friends present a new experience for those 18 and older, who TRULY believe that MUSIC Is The Key Of Life! The summer madness begins tomorrow evening (July 6, 2000) at 9 o' clock PM. The location is BACHI ABRACCI @ 40 W. Pike Street in downtown Pontiac Michigan USA (PLENTY of PARKING available). Warning: We invite everyone to come and get high off the music. However, drugs are NOT welcome because they distort (not enhance) our vibe! If you have no concept of soul spirit in music, then the vibes presented will be beyond your comprehension. Music interpreters will NOT be on hand to explain it to you! Either you'll catch the vibe, or you wont! www.hometeamdetroit.com ph: 248-332-4139
Music Is THE KEY of LIFE! Dancing is THE WAY of the WORLD . . . . .
A HREF=www.hometeamdetroit.comand it continues LIKE THIS! (click here)/A or go to: www.hometeamdetroit.com Same Vibe! Different Day! :-) TP
TP's says goodbye to TONIC!
Greetings Cats! DJ George Morel and I blew up the spot at Dockland in Muenster Germany on Saturday, June 24th 2000. On Sunday, June 25th 2000, I flew back from Duesseldorf Germany to Newark USA, and was scheduled to connect there and fly from Newark, NJ to Detroit, MI. Unfortunately, two separate events made this suddenly impossible: 1st -- there was a collision on the runway between two airplanes (which has been all over the national news). 2nd -- bad weather These two things combined resulted in the cancellation of 25 flights (including mine). I was REALLY looking forward to making this past Sunday my last DJing at Tonic, and of course sharing those final moments with all of you. I was moved once I learned that many of you came out to Tonic this past Sunday with your TP Home Team T-shirts on! (That Was Very DEEP). I am sorry that I was not there to see that, and share in those moments. June 18th, 2000 was my last night DJing at TONIC Night Club located at 29 south Saginaw Street in downtown Pontiac Michigan. To end all of the various rumors floating around Detroit . . . . Tonic was officially sold last Tuesday, June 13th, 2000. Although the new owners wanted me to stay, after careful thought, I decided not to accept their offer. There are so many details to this story, I could easily be typing for hours trying to explain it all. As much as I want to share all of the DRAMA with you cats, much of the information is very sensitive. So to be fair to all persons involved, I will not discuss any of the details. The bottom line is the vibe has completely changed, and I am no longer comfortable at TONIC. For this reason, I have decided the time has come for me to move on. I can assure you that this was not an easy decision for me to make. I am not asking anyone to stop supporting and enjoy Sunday nights at Tonic. However, for those who are interested, I am working on another spot where we can all gather and continue to share the vibe of the music, but the details have not been finalized yet. I hope that things will be in place soon, so that we can all continue to celebrate musical freedom in my new location very soon. (PERHAPS EACH AND EVERY THURSDAY? STAY TUNED) TO MY FANS AND FRIENDS, I want to thank each of you for supporting my vibe; which is actually OUR VIBE. Your support of my efforts has helped me grow personally, professionally, and musically. There is no way I can repay you for what you have given to me over the past 18 months. I hope you will be satisfied knowing that I gave 100% of myself to you each and every Sunday night at Velvet / Tonic, and I will continue to do so in the future. Special thanx to Rob Potter, who hired me and believed in my vibe week after week when I was playing music for less than 20 people when I first started Sundays at the Velvet Lounge in February 1999. I also want to thank Aaron, Marc, Dallas, Eric, Maria, Mountain, David, Doobie, and all of the bar staff, security staff, and DJs. It has been an honor to work with each of you. If you enjoyed the music this past Sunday, then you'll be happy to know that DJs Justin Acari, and Hugh C will continue the vibe each Sunday at Tonic. peace respect, TP
TP and the DEMF
Greetings 313 family! Remember the drama caused due to a misunderstanding of the e-mail I wrote concerning my not DJing at the DEMF? Well, it's all love now! It's all been cleared up and it's all good. People are often too quick to talk about the mistakes which were made, and slow to speak about when cats resolve their differences and come together. I just wanted to let you all know that this particular situation, WE came together! If that doesn't symbolize the powerful afterglow and awesome spirit from this year's Detroit Electronic Music Festival, nothing will! peace respect, Terrence (TP) Parker
Re: [313] Punisher
In a message dated 6/9/2000 8:55:21 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Greetings felines, ...do you know what's up with Punisher? Is she still active? Is there some info site about her? Where can she be booked? thanks, aLPiNa Yes, she is DJing every weekend and has a new record out! To book her call: PHONE 1-561-792-2141 FAX 1-561-792-2144
Terrence Parker / DEMF
Greetings Cats! Over the past few days, I have received several e-mail letters asking why I was not DJing at this year's DEMF. I hope this will answer everyone's questions. I was asked approximately at the end of April if I was available to spin on Saturday, May 27th, or Sunday, May 28th. Unfortunately, I was unable to accept this invitation because I was already scheduled to spin at the Stammhiem Club in Kassel, Germany. Upon my return from Germany on Sunday, May 28th, I planned on only spinning my resident night at Tonic. However, I did offer to spin on Monday, May 29th. Although there were still many slots that still had not been filled (listed as TBA), I was never offered one of the open slots for Monday. Lenny of 430West Records asked me about spinning at their 10 year anniversary party back in March (before this year's Winter Music Conference). I was also approached by the cats of the Motor Lounge around WMC time to participate with the DEMF on their stage. But the booking to spin in Germany was made in December of `99, and I wanted to honor my commitments. Unfortunately for me, there were some circumstances beyond my control which forced the cancellation of my appearance at Stammhiem. Once the word got out that I was going to be home, I was asked by Meighan Alvin to participate in the Music Retailer's tent (where I could sell Intangible/TP music). But there wasn't enough time for me to properly prepare to set up a booth, so I had to decline the offer. I was also asked by Linda G to spin at Science for the one of the DEMF pre-parties. But I suggested that Linda give the spot to an up and coming cat who she felt deserved a chance. I was asked to be on stand by to fill in for Juan Atkins in case he didn't show up. I never heard anything else about that, so I assumed that Juan was there (although I have heard conflicting stories). Then on Monday, May 29th, there was a small, but powerful (internal) campaign to allow me to spin on the Motor Stage from 8PM to 10PM. Unfortunately, those efforts were defeated because the sound company's equipment on that stage was only insured up until 8PM (Hmmm)! Even though I was not scheduled to spin or participate in this year's DEMF, I still promoted this event during my 2nd appearance on Much Music's (Canada's MTV) Electric Circus Dance Show, which resulted in Much Music sending a crew down to cover the event and interview several of the artists and DJs. The only people who thanked me for what I did was Barbara (of Pop Culture Media) and Rob Theakston (of Planet E). I am not angry or upset about not being included in this year's DEMF for several reasons. But the main reason is because this event is bigger than any ONE person anyway. I am very fortunate to be able to travel all over the world. I have had many moments to shine under the sun. It was great to see cats like Al Ester, Minx, and Mike Clark finally get their day in the sun. There's enough SUNSHINE for everyone. If you let Flashlight play out to the end, it clearly states, Everybody's got a little light, under the SUN. Besides, there's always next year. Maybe I'll be asked to participate again in 2001. But at least I was asked to participate this year. Regarding Al Oldham, it should be obvious that the man was hurt. It's not just about the music the man has made. He did a lot of things behind the scenes to help many cats in Detroit (including Carl Craig). I don't know what went into the decision making process for the DEMF, or the 430West party. I don't believe that anyone involved with the DEMF or 430West meant any harm or disrespect towards T-1000. The surprising thing to me is how several people on the 313 List who seemed to have supported Al in the past, have now turned and are now so malicious towards him? Cats who praised his album on Tresor are now dogging his music. Cats who supported Al's views in the past are now blasting him for his comments. Keep in mind that he didn't post his views on this list or any other list. What he did was simply say if you want to know my point of view, you may read about it on my website. Now at the end of the day, the man has the right to express his opinion on his site. I haven't see one post where someone asked Al WHY he feels the way that he does. Instead, cats seem to be more quick to pass judgment. It's easier to judge information at the surface, rather than to search deeper for the truth. I am not defending what Al said. I am not trying to get into that drama so don't get it twisted! Instead, I am defending his right to express his point of view! There were many others like K. Hand, Alton Miller, Rob Hood, and countless others who should have been involved this year. I am certain that everyone was considered. Just like I was booked, I am certain that others might have already been scheduled for other events. But I still saw people at the DEMF like K. Hand with a glowing smile on her face.
Terrence Parker's Sunday night DJing clarification (2nite - May 28th)
1st - RESPECT to the DEMF! I was down at Hart Plaza yesterday and I must say it felt so good to finally see my brothers and sisters in underground music receive love, and respect on a large scale right here in our very own backyard! I am overwhelmed with pride. OK cats, here's the deal . . . Tonight I am spinning at TONIC (29 south Saginaw Street in downtown PONTIAC) from 11PM to 1AM. For more info / directions from the DEMF, call 1-248-334-7411, or if you are on line: www.TONICDETROIT.com. Tonight's special guests, DJ NOVA from Miami, DJ Len the blend Horn, and of course . . . Mr. Steve Crawford! Then I am spinning a late night set in DETROIT from 4AM until ? For more info / directions, call 1-248-870-1225 or 1-800-312-5232. peace respect, TP
Re: [313] Tracks so good...-ID please! (JACKSON 5)
The track is called, Forever Came Today by the Jackson 5. It's the first track on side one on their album entitled Moving Violation. The hit single from this album is a ballad called All I Do Is Think Of You. This is a very easy way of referencing this album via song title search engines. The Moving Violation album was released in 1975. The was a limited edition 12 inch of Forever Came Today release in 1979. Both the album, and the 12 inch single are extremely rare. But if you look hard enough in a few rare groove shops, I'm certain you'll find it! GOOD LUCK! peace respect, TP In a message dated 5/25/2000 11:57:54 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I was listening to Ron Hardy's mix Live @ The Muzik Box 1986 again from the Deep house music page, and I almost went unconsious from hearing one of the BEST, most unbelievable tracks ever!!! I wanna know what it is It's either Jackson 5's or a Jacksons' track, probably named Make it last forever, but on what LP is it on??? Listen to it at: www.biostat.wisc.edu/~rose/house/mixes4.htm
Sunday's after party at Science has been canceled / Classic TP Mix Vol. #10
Greetings Cats! Last night I received word that the after party scheduled for this coming Sunday, May 28th 2000 at Club Science has been canceled. This event is currently being moved to a different location. I will update all of you as soon as this info is made available to me. Those of you who were lucky enough to receive an advanced copy of Classic TP Mix Volume 10 Double CD package last weekend at Tonic may experience some problems playing the CDs, or may notice some distortion on programs 16 and 17. Please bring your copy back to the club, and I will give you a new copy. I truly value and appreciate your support of the Classic TP series, and I apologize for any inconveniences you've experienced. peace respect, TP
Re: [313] DJ Jacq
For those of you who don't already know, not only is DJ Jacq one of my favorite producers, but he's also one hell of a great DJ (I mean this cat can really bang the B.O.X.)!! Furthermore, he's an extremely cool cat who I am honored to know. Don't sleep, instead go peep (out his set at MOTOR)! :-) Much respect to Tim Baker and the entire Elephanthaus / Real Estate crew! peace respect, TP In a message dated 5/17/2000 11:26:48 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Kevin Robbins wrote: Does anyone know where I can find a mixtape by him, or if one even exists? Mixes are very rare to find by him, But I happen to have a couple of old ones and they rock. He will be djing at the Motor Lounge in Detroit on June 3rd for the Elephanthaus Records / Real Estate Records night at the Motor. If you haven't seen him I would recommend checking him out. He rocks! But his email adrress is [EMAIL PROTECTED] drop him a message and he'll probally can sort you out. Tim http://www.elephanthaus.com http://www.realestaterecords.com
Re: [313] T-1000 Birthday
I must say that see Al Oldham more in various airports throughout the world than here at home in Detroit. Al is one of the most true, down to earth, extremely talented, nicest guys you ever want to meet. I'm not surer when your birthday is exactly Al, but I wanted to publicly wish you all of the very best wishes for your birthday! Respect to you my friend, from your friend . . . . Terrence (TP) Parker In a message dated 5/11/2000 10:03:53 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Saturday 5/20/00. Just Moved from Toronto to Detroit ! A Pure Sonik Celebration/Alan Oldham's Birthday Party. The bangin' techno sounds of the undeniable DJ T-1000 on three decks/EXCLUSIVE Detroit appearance (Pure Sonik Detroit/Tresor Berlin). The Return of Mike Dearborn (Majesty Recordings Chicago). And introducing DJ Elektra (Toronto). Intimate venue. 300 capacity. If you want to hear trance, stay the fuck home. For more info: www.puresonikrecords.net Infoline: 313-788-5718. Special thanks to Michelle Banks. Das Ist Alles.
[313] T-1000's Birthday
I must say that see Al Oldham more in various airports throughout the world than here at home in Detroit. Al is one of the most true, down to earth, extremely talented, nicest guys you ever want to meet. I'm not sure when your birthday is exactly Al, but I wanted to publicly wish you all of the very best wishes for your birthday! Respect to you my friend, from your friend . . . . Terrence (TP) Parker
TP's Calendar April - September / new residency @ TONIC / Top 10 / other stuff
Greetings cats! This Sunday I begin my new residency at TONIC which is formerly known as the V elvet Lounge. TONIC is located at 29 south Saginaw Street in downtown Pontiac, Michigan, USA. TONIC features many new changes which includes a new / larger dance floor, new sound and lights, along with other new and exciting changes to be seen heard on all three levels of the club. Soon, those of you who are unable to make it out to TONIC will be able to share our HOME TEAM SUNDAYS vibe via the Internet through LIVE audio video webcasts of my DJing sets from each week at www.TONICDETROIT.com Those of you who have enjoyed our HOME TEAM SUNDAYS vibe at Velvet Lounge should really dig what we have planned for the future at TONIC. This Friday is the Grand Opening Party which is by invitation only (21 and over w/ proper club attire please). I have a few invitations available to my friends fans on this list, so if you are interested in attending, please let me know ASAP. Sundays will remain 18 and over, dressed to style as you please. This will also apply for Wednesdays Thursdays. However, Fridays Saturdays will be 21 and over w/ proper club attire (no jeans or gym shoes). I want all of my fans friends to know that the musical vibe on Sundays will not change. I will continue to play music for the spirit and the soul. I will continue to bang the B. O. X. with smoking hot HOUSE DISCO with a few SURPRISES tossed in the mix. (Y'all know how I get down!) I hope that you cats will continue to come out and support me at TONIC as you have at VELVET. I'm looking forward to seeing you all at TONIC this Sunday! If you have any questions about the new club, send me an e-mail ([EMAIL PROTECTED] l.com) and I'll try my best to answer your concerns. For more info however, you may call 1-313-601-9290, or check out the website at: www.TONICDETROIT.com This Saturday I am back in Memphis Tennessee! I'm spinning from 12 midnight `til 2AM. For more info call 1-901-529-0498 or check this website: http://www.dsilver.com/images/discoBack.jpg Classic TP Mix CD # 9 is available. For more info, PLEASE contact SARAH at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I want to thank you cats for showing your love for my new release I Wanna FFU b/w Love's Got Me High on my INTANGIBLE label. We are selling this record faster than we can manufacture them! If your local record store doesn't have this record, tell them they can order it from WATTS MUSIC ~ east coast USA (ph: 516-596-9771 / fax: 516-596-9881), SUBMERGE (ph: 313-963-1025 / fax: 313-963-0213), or RENEGADE RHYTHMS ~ west coast USA (ph: 503-973-1806 / fax: 503-253-0736). HEY . . . for those of you who can watch MUCHMUSIC/CityTV, look out THIS COMING WEEKEND for the 30 minute DETROIT Special featuring . . . . . well, you'll just have to watch a see for yourself! peace respect, TP Terrence Parker's TOP 10 for April 2000 1. Steve Silk Hurley ~ Jack Your Body 2000 - Silk Entertainment 2. Barbara Tucker ~ Stop Playing With My Mind - Strictly Rhythm 3. Terrence Parker ~ I Wanna F.F.U. - Intangible 4. djOn ~ All My Love - Pig Life 5. Jazmina ~ Rescue Me - Slip `n Slide 6. Tony Ollivierra ~ Bok Choy - Planet E 7. Jasper St. Co. feat. Louie Vega ~ Till I Found You - Basement Boys 8. Byron Stingily Leee John ~ U Turn Me - Nervous 9. Stephanie Cooke Kenny Bobien ~ Love's Been Right Here - King Street 10. Madison Avenue ~ Don't Call Me Baby - VC Terrence Parker's DJ calendar April thru September 2000 features TP's new residency at TONIC (formerly known as Velvet Lounge) April : Saturday 1st - BioKidd Productions Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 2nd - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 7th - Tonic Grand Opening Party ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 8th - Silver Promotions Party ~ MEMPHIS (USA) Sunday 9th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 15th - Renegade Rhythms Party ~ PORTLAND (USA) Sunday 16th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 22nd - TP's Birthday Party pt. 1 @ Dockland ~ MUENSTER (GERMANY) Sunday 23rd - TP's Birthday Party pt. 2 @ Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 29th - Rotation/Gabe's ~ IOWA CITY (USA) Sunday 30th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) May : Friday 5th - Prince of Wales ~ MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA) Saturday 6th - Delicious ~ SYDNEY (AUSTRALIA) Saturday 13th - Raggabone ~ PERTH (AUSTRALIA) Sunday 14th - Seven Nights ~ MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA) Saturday 20th - Syndicate's Replay Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 21st - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 27th - Stammhiem Club ~ KASSEL (GERMANY) Sunday 28th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Wednesday 30th - The Government ~ TORONTO (CANADA) not yet confirmed June : Sunday 4th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 10th - Boundless2000/Strasse E ~ DRESDEN (GERMANY) Sunday 11th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 17th - TP presents . . . @ Science ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 18th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 24th - Dockland/Muenster Music Festival ~ MUENSTER (GERMANY) Sunday 25th - Tonic ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 30th - ??? Party ~ COLUMBUS
T R E A S U R E L I F E
Greetings Cats! I have returned from Miami! However, I am off to Akron Ohio along with DJ Godfather where we will be spinning tonight. For those who want more info about tonight's party, please call 330-644-2120, or 330-644-6262. I'll be back in Detroit tomorrow, and I will be spinning tomorrow night at Biokidd/33 3rd's party, and back for HOME TEAM SUNDAY's at the Velvet Lounge on Sunday. I don't have much time to share with you cats all that went on at this year's Winter Music Conference (I'll do that later). But in this short e-mail I want to express my sympathy to the family friends of the shooting victim who died last Friday night / Saturday morning at one of the parties here in Detroit. I don't know enough about what happened to comment specifically, but I would like to say that we need to get back to love. I mean REALLY LOVING EACH OTHER, rather than continue the pattern of disconnection which will eventually destroy us all. If you really believe in PEACE, LOVE, UNITY, and RESPECT, then live it each moment of everyday. I love you all! peace respect, TP
(313) What a difference a day makes! Australia here I come - CONFIRMED!
Greetings Cats! 1st - THE TP IN AUSTRALIA DJ TOUR (MAY 2000) HAS BEEN CONFIRMED!!! Boy what a difference a day makes. The promoters and I have resolved all pending issues and the tour is now 100% confirmed! I am so excited about this because it will be my very first trip to the beautiful land down under. I received so many wonderfully kind e-mails from fans in Australia regarding this tour, and I am happy to let you all know that it is ON LIKE POPCORN now baby! There are some tour dates which might change, but I will keep you updated as these changes occur. My only regret is disappointing the promoters who wanted to book me for parties here in Detroit, and elsewhere in America and Europe based upon the cancellation of the tour. I have spoken to all persons involved, and I have been assured that all is good among us! :-) 2nd - I want to thank everyone who braved the ice and 6 inches of snow to come out to CHARMED this past Saturday in Cleveland. I really want to thank Casey Grim and everyone with Delicious Productions for their super cool hospitality. I also have to thank my friends Heather, Julia, and Sarah (all from Cleveland), Craig, Rebecca Sasha who drove all the way from Pittsburgh, and Akron's ever sweet Ms.Tami Hanna Co. for coming out in such terrible weather to see this cat from Detroit spin some HOUSE MUSIC! Much love and respect to all of you! 3rd - I want to thank everyone who came out to support my record release party at the Velvet Lounge last night. Your support was overwhelming, and I want each of you to know that I absolutely appreciate the love! For those of you who were not there, I gave away 50 copies of I Wanna FFU b/w Love's Got Me High on limited edition WHITE Vinyl. I also gave away 100 copies of the limited edition TP LIVE FROM THE MELODIES MEMORIES DANCE ZONE GRAND OPENING PARTY CD! I have to give props to Steve Crawford who sent the house roaring last night along with DJ Don Q who cut's the music with so much class . . . . . well . . . . What else can I say Detroit playas like DJ Ray Bone, DJ Disco D, The Mole, DJ Jeff Woodward, and Brian Sandwiches Gilespie were among the elite members in attendance. And for those of you wondering about the lovely and charming ladies in the back room, they were recruiting volunteers to help with the upcoming Detroit Electronic Dance Music Festival which is chaired by Mr. Planet E himself - Carl Craig. By the end of the night they had signed over 80 volunteers to assist with this event! Great job ladies! I Wanna FFU b/w Love's Got Me High will officially be available this coming Wednesday, March 15th 2000. For those here in the Detroit area, you can get your copy today at RecordTime (810-775-1550) or Melodies Memories (810-774-8480). If you are a buyer and want this record in your store, right now your best bet is to contact WATTS MUSIC (516-596-9771), or RENEGADE RHYTHMS (503-973-1806). 4th - I will now be spinning 4 events during this years Winter Music Conference in Miami. In addition to spinning at the O Bar with my Detroit homie DJ Disco D on Tuesday night (March 28th), I'll also be spinning earlier that afternoon at the Green Galactic Sweet Suite Party within the Radisson Hotel (site for the WMC this year). I do not have my set times yet for any of these events, but as stated before, I will update you once I have this info. FYI: I have been swamped with requests to attend the Boat/Yacht Party on Monday, March 27th. To all those who've inquired about this fabulous event, I should have more details regarding space availability and other relevant details soon. To my friend from Hamburg Germany, I cannot confirm the rumor about any naked girls sailing on this boat! Finally - Look out for the SPECIAL TP FAN CLUB RECORD/CD Giveaway coming soon (for TP Fan List members only). Also coming soon, CLASSIC TP MIX CD Vol. # 9 (THE WINTER MUSIC CONFERENCE EDITION). peace respect, (I love y'all for real) TP Terrence Parker's DJ calendar January thru June 2000 January (2000) : Sunday 2nd - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 8th - Hard Waters Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 9th - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) Thursday 13th - P1 Party ~ TORONTO (CANADA) Saturday 15th - Halcyon Focus Party ~ GUELPH (CANADA) Sunday 16th - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 22nd - Motor Lounge ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 23rd - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) Saturday 29th - BTM Productions Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 30th - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) February (2000) : Friday 4th - The Real D Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 6th - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) Friday 11th - Club Karma ~ FERNDALE (USA) Sunday 13th - Velvet Lounge ~ PONTIAC (USA) Wednesday 16th - Spun Party ~ PITTSBURGH (USA) Saturday 19th - Tough Guy Party ~ DETROIT (USA) Sunday 20th - Heart to Heart Party ~ ROCHESTER (USA) Friday 25th - Dance Zone Grand Opening Party EAST POINTE (USA) Saturday 26th - Mirage Party ~
(313) A message to my fans in Australia
Greetings cats! Unfortunately, another attempt to bring the TP vibe to the land down under has failed. I am truely sorry that things did not work out, but I assure you that I did my absolute best to accomodate those persons involved with this particlar effort to bring me to Australia. For reasons that I am still not quite sure about, it just didn't come together properly. I want to thank everyone who sent me e-mail messages regarding this planned tour. I truly appreciate your kind words or welcome. Perhaps one day soon I'll get there. peace respect, TP
Re: (313) 2 track EP's SUCK! - TP's response to T-1000
To my homie - Mr. Al Oldam (aka Mr. Dj T-1000), MUCH RESPECT FOR BREAKING IT DOWN!!! I was going to respond in simular fashion, but after reading your response, I can relax and finish watchin' the LAKERS beat the HEAT! WELL SAID MY BROTHA! :-) peace respect, TP In a message dated 3/5/2000 3:43:24 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In a message dated 3/5/00 3:23:30 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: however, I get the feeling that when an artist releases an EP with only two tracks on it that a) they don't have any other material or b)they're trying to cash in! or both! Am I right? First of all, I'm annoyed when records with only 2 tracks are referred to by anyone as EPs. Wrong ! They're 12s ! Three or more tracks per disc constitute an EP. I also hate it when somebody puts out a 2x12 and refers to it as an EP. Wrong ! It's a double-pack ! (the only difference between a double-pack and an album is a full album cover). Nomenclature aside, I'd rather buy a 12 w/ 2 loud, fat-ass tracks than a 4-song EP where only one or two of the tracks are any good. We've all been there (and I've probably put a few out). a. PS. Assuming anyone on the list actually listens to techno anymore, the new Sender Berlin remix EP on Tresor is a motherfucker.
(313) In The Beginning There Was Jack, And Jack Had A Groove . . . . .
I can't believe how some people on this list continue to put out incorrect information. It is now obvious that some cats simply Can't Handle The Truth! But for those TRUE brothas sistas who thirst for truth and knowledge, here is the real deal: The ORIGINAL VERSION of the famous speech In the beginning there was Jack, and Jack had a groove . . . . is by ITALO ECSTASY. The track is entitled MY HOUSE, and was ORIGINALLY released on XYZ RECORDS late in the year 1986. Yes, it was used as a vocal drop on top of many instrumental recordings over the years, including Mr. Fingers' CAN YOU FEEL IT. But don't get it twisted ladies and gentlemen. The Mr. Fingers' version (which was originally a BOOTLEG) is NOT WHERE THIS SPEECH ORIGINATED FROM! Changing the subject, did anyone else see the quick news story on WDIV (channel 4) 11:00PM News Cast on Thursday night (March 2nd)??? They talked about a police under cover probe which has been on going for 4 months at the Motor Lounge. They arrested four people for dealing drugs. I'm just curious if anyone else saw this, and if so, why no one else has mentioned it on this list? peace respect, TP
(313) let there be house! - THE REAL DEAL!
OK - enough is enough! Here's the deal cats: 1st - the speach that everyone is talking about is from a track called MY HOUSE which was released in the mid `80s. 2nd - the track by Mr. Fingers is Can You Feel It. 3rd - the only OFFICIAL SPEACH associated with CAN YOU FEEL IT was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's I Have A Dream speach which was on the import remix. This also featured the sample from THE JACKSONS' live version of CAN YOU FEEL IT. 4th - there was a BOOTLEG version of CAN YOU FEEL IT with the MY HOUSE speach on it. 5th - Todd Terry's Can You Feel It also used the same JACKSONS' vocal sample. The music stabs were sampled from Marshall Jefferson's classic HOUSE MUSIC ANTHEM. 6th - Todd Terry's Can You Party was simply a seperate version of his Can You Feel It, both of which were huge anthems worldwide! I must say that it is quite refreshing to see cats on this list SEEKING knowledge for once! MUCH RESPECT! TP In a message dated 3/1/2000 7:29:22 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: um, isn't it can you feel it rather than can you party? john acquaviva used it to start his (relatively) recent skills mix cd b. I think 'can you feel it' was by fingers inc and 'can you party' was by royal house
(313) let there be house! - THE REAL DEAL! - spelling corrections
Here's the same with spelling corrections - sorry for the errors! In a message dated 3/1/2000 7:49:46 PM Eastern Standard Time, JovanBlade writes: OK - enough is enough! Here's the deal cats: 1st - the speech that everyone is talking about is from a track called MY HOUSE which was released in the mid `80s. 2nd - the track by Mr. Fingers is Can You Feel It. 3rd - the only OFFICIAL SPEECH associated with CAN YOU FEEL IT was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's I Have A Dream speech which was on the import remix. This also featured the sample from THE JACKSONS' live version of CAN YOU FEEL IT. 4th - there was a BOOTLEG version of CAN YOU FEEL IT with the MY HOUSE speech on it. 5th - Todd Terry's Can You Feel It also used the same JACKSONS' vocal sample. The music stabs were sampled from Marshall Jefferson's classic HOUSE MUSIC ANTHEM. 6th - Todd Terry's Can You Party was simply a separate version of his Can You Feel It, both of which were huge anthems worldwide! I must say that it is quite refreshing to see cats on this list SEEKING knowledge for once! MUCH RESPECT! TP
Re: (313) The way back machine
In a message dated 3/2/2000 10:21:10 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hello again, Since you guys were so good on the whole let there be house thing, perhaps you can help me out again? I promise it won't be too painful. Way way way back, oh say about 1984-1985 or so, WJLB used to play a track that I must own. It's sampled in an RB track that's out at the moment. Anyway, the lyrics go if you wanna ride, ride the white horse. This song was huge back then, and most everyone I know has heard it, but no one knows who did it or what the title is. Sorry for yet another track id, but hey, who else can i ask? :-) thanks and love, jim White Horse ~ Laid Back - SIRE RECORDS It was re-issued on RAMS HORN and UniDisc Records in the early to mid 90's.
(313) My gratitude and apology - Velvet Lounge last night!
Greetings cats! 1st - I must say that I was complete overwhelmed by the ultra warm reception I received on my return to Velvet last night. I have love for each one of you, and I want you to know that I was truly moved by your kind welcome, and thoughtful show of appreciation at the end of the night. Y'all was tryin' to make a brother break down and cry last night! :-) I was certainly touched with emotion, and I hope you all accept my genuine gratitude! 2nd - In a brief moment of frustration last night, I responded to one less appreciative individual regarding the vibe and education on a DETROIT TECHNO CLASSIC by say saying, I don't need to shut up `cause this is my house! Well, I WAS WRONG FOR SAYING THAT FOR SEVERAL REASONS: a) That statement simply is not true. And if there were ever a night on which this was more evident, it was last night! The simple truth of the matter is that it is (and I quote) OUR HOUSE, AND OUR HOUSE MUSIC. AND YOU SEE, NO ONE MAN OWNS HOUSE, BECAUSE HOUSE IS A UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE SPOKEN AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL. b) As a seasoned professional, I should have handled that situation much better. I had NO RIGHT to lay claim to such an idea as MY HOUSE because each one of us share in the VIBE that makes Sundays at Velvet what it is, and that includes everyone from the management, to the security, to the bar staff. So I hope you all will accept my humble apology! By the way, here's the info on the record which I was playing at the time which was the indirect subject of the controversy: KREEM ~ Triangle Of Love - METROPLEX RECORDS (a true Detroit classic) peace respect, TP
(313) Tough Guy Party is on tonight - info line 1-313-438-1117
Greetings Cats The Tough Guy Party is on tonight (Feb 19th) I'm scheduled to spin from 12:30AM to 1:30AM. For more info you can dial 1-313-438-1117. In my absence, Much Music/CityTV (Canadian MTV) will be in the house at Velvet Lounge (29 south Saginaw Street in downtown Pontiac) tomorrow night (Sunday Feb 20th) with Don Waxmaster D Smooth spinning in my spot, along with DJ Dunebug, Don Q, and the Drum Bass cats upstairs. Come out and enjoy the vibe! peace respect, TP
Re: (313) Re: Detroit House - TP's LONG RESPONSE!
HERE BEGINS THE LESSON!
You know I truly appreciate Vince, Matt, and others who acknowledge my
influence on the Detroit House music scene. I am also disappointed that my
efforts and accomplishments along with those of my friends colleagues here
in Detroit are constantly over looked by most cats on this list when they
speak about DETROIT HOUSE. I don't expect everyone to dig the records that I
make! However, I do want to be acknowledged for my contributions to this
scene which I've helped to create (at the absolute very least). Yes, I can
say that I did (along with Kevin Saunderson, Mike Banks, D-Ha, K-Hand, MK
{Yeah - even though he moved to NYC, he still did that smoking hot remix for
Chez on KMS - so let's keep it real} The Burden Brothers/430west, Derrick
over at Soiree, Shake {which nobody ever mentions on this list in reference
to his HOUSE productions}, Dan Bell, John Acquaviva, Davina, Buzz Bangin'
Goree, Mike Agent X Clark, The Preps, Claude Young, Al Ester, Stacey Hale,
Ken Collier, Darryl Shannon, MESU Audio, Ray Wells, Dwayne IN THE MIX
Bradley, Electrifying Mojo, Barry Michaelton Grant who hosted the first late
night mix show in Detroit on WJLB, Gary Chandler now on FM 98 {not Kerry
Chandler from NYC}, Ray Berry, Joe Boyer, Patrice Scott, Cecil Sheppard, Earl
McKinney, Kim James, Karen Mack, DJ Minx, Delano Smith, John Johnson, Tink
Thomas, Gari Romalis, REDFORD HIGH SCHOOL PARTIES, SOUTHFIELD HIGHSCHOOL
PARTIES, HENRY FORD HIGH SCHOOL PARTIES, CASS TECH HIGH SCHOOL PARTIES,
DIRECT DRIVE PARTIES, DEEP SPACE PARTIES, SUPERMAN/LOIS LANE PARTIES, MOTOWN
VARSITY SQUAD, CHAPS, WEEKENDS, SUCCESS, RUMOURS, COLLEAGUES, CHEEKS, CLUB
UBQ, COTTON CLUB, PRIMADONA, TIMES SQUARE, THE SCENE, THE NEW DANCE SHOW, and
several others) all helped to create this DETROIT HOUSE scene as you all know
it today.
There are so many cats on this list who claim to be authorities on OUR HOUSE
SCENE. You cats always ONLY mention KDJ or THEO Parrish like they are the
only two cats here. In contrast, I offer out the following info:
1st - In the year ending 1994 thru early 1995, my label INTANGIBLE RECORDS
was the only DETROIT label CONSISTENTLY releasing HOUSE MUSIC! During that
period, sales were extremely low for most HOUSE Productions from Detroit, so
many labels like 430West, Happy Records Simply Soul Records (which
eventually merged into HAPPY SOUL), dramatically slowed, or completely
stopped releasing House music. Soiree, Acacia, and others were putting out
HOUSE tracks here and there along with techno releases, but NOBODY could
touch my output of HOUSE Releases.
2nd - My second hit Love's Got Me High was released in August of 1995. In
addition to becoming a POP hit in The Netherlands, France, and Germany by
early 1996, it had the most local success during 1995/1996 right along side
The Chuck Chuck SONG (Scott's track). In fact, when other Detroit techno
house artists were fighting to get local radio stations to play their music
(which is why Juan started the short lived Deep Space Radio on WGPR), there
were only two local underground records being played in a class A rotation
(meaning 8 to 10 spins per day). Guess which records they were? The Chuck
Chuck Song and my house classic Love's Got Me High (and I've got the
publishing checks to prove it). Love's Got Me High was the most requested
track at Northland Roller-skating Rink (that means it was a hit in THE HOOD
y'all). Thus, this record was being sold at local neighborhood record shops
like Damons, Detroit Audio, Chauncey's, Tonya's, Buy Rite (yeah Cliff even
paid me up front if you can believe that), in addition to Recordtime and
Melodies and Memories. The only other labels that I know off who can say the
sell records IN THE HOOD are DIRECT BEAT, ASSAULT RIFFLE, DATABASS, and other
ELECTRO labels! Love's Got Me High made so much noise to whereas cats who
had given up on HOUSE from Detroit soon began releasing House productions
again.
3rd - Most cats throughout the world never even heard of Kenny Dixion Jr
until I re-release his original EMOTIONAL CONTENT along with my remix on
Intangible (INT-509). And don't lie and say you were on his shit before that
because he only sold a maximum of 300 units of each of his first couple
releases before that (most of which never made it to Europe). I was the one
who promoted his TRIBUTE To Marvin Gaye record which became his first widely
known release from his KDJ label. The licensing offers which he received for
that record came in from labels like Deconstruction and MCA in the UK because
I sent his promos out to my friends at these labels as a favor to Kenny. They
didn't know shit about Kenny before that! In fact, several cats refused
to believe he was from Detroit and swore he was from NYC. But real ones know
about Kenny's days as a Dj for local Detroit rapper K-Stone! BUT JUST TO BE
CLEAR ON THIS SHIT . . . I am not saying that I MADE KDJ who he is
(313) TP @ Karma 2Nite!
Just a reminder . . . 2nite (Feb 11th) I'm spinning at Karma (21 over), which is located on Woodward (near 9 mile across the street from the Magic Bag Theater) in Ferndale. My scheduled set time is from 11:30PM to 2AM. I can't wait to play all the new smoking hot tunes (and Disco Classics) on Karma's incredible sound system! For more information, call 1-248-541-1600, or check out their website at: www.karmadetroit.com My guest list is already full - SORRY! peace respect, TP For TP MP3/RA files, check out: TERRENCEPARKER.METROTIMES.COM
(313) Listen to / download TP's upcoming single, I Wanna F.F.U.
Right now you can listen to, or download tracks from my upcoming full length album/cd release entitled TP2K if you A HREF=terrenceparker.metrotimes.comclick here/A! This includes my soon to be released single on Limited Edition White Opaque Vinyl I Wanna F.F.U. b/w Love's Got Me High on the flip (this is the track I played at MOTOR during my set on January 22nd)! Feel The Vibe! TP
(313) Had trouble linking to TP's Web Page? Try this . . . . . .
Greetings Cats! I have received several e-mails regarding your trouble of accessing my web page. I think the problem has now been corrected. So if you are ready to try it again, you may A HREF=http://www.metrotimes.com/metropolis/sonic/artistprofile.asp?id=5869;cl ick here to check out I Wanna F.F.U./A and A HREF=http://www.metrotimes.com/metropolis/sonic/artistprofile.asp?id=6285;L ove's Got Me High/A which will be on the flip AA side of the record! I hope these new links will work better for you. I am very interested in your feedback. Let me know what you think - AND PLEASE BE HONEST! ATTENTION DJs - Would you like a promo? Please respond to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] L.COM OK Kids, that's all for now. Special thanx to all those who came out to The Tunnel last night. I'm looking forward to seeing you cats on Sunday at VELVET! peace respect, TP
(313) WEB ARTICLES REGARDING UR vs SONY???
Could someone please send me e-mail addresses of any good articles regarding the whole UR/SONY/BMG thang ASAP??? Thanx! TP
(313) Classic TP Mix CD Vol. # 6
Classic TP Mix CD Vol. # 6 is available now! for more info please contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
(313) TP, The Velvet Lounge, KRS One Party.
Greetings Cats! 1st - I want to send out a massive THANK YOU to all who came out to the Velvet Lounge this past Sunday. I had an idea that it might be off the hook due to the ARTS, BEATS, EATS crowd, but I didn't expect it to be OFF THE CHAINS!! The club was more than half full at 9PM. By midnight it was so packed that we had to open the upstairs penthouse. At 12:30AM all three floors were packed to capacity to the point where the police would not allow us to let anyone else in. DAMN!!! Don Q was in his usual smokin' hot style in the basement to the point where the floor, the walls, and the records were sweating! But who was that cat he let get some table time around 10:30PM??? Anybody know??? Dude had mad skillz He broke out this scratch pattern that would have made Q-Bert, Craze, and Vin Roc proud (and that's the best compliment I can give `em). Dj Billy Bob started off the main floor in place of the vacationing JUS PAIGE (U Shoulda Been Here Girl) Billy Bob had them going with the deep techno style then making the smooth transition into house. The only bad point in his set was the drunk lady who kept requesting Tone Loc's Funky Cold Madina throughout his set (we had a good laugh about this one). As I said earlier, by 12:30AM all three floors were packed to capacity. Since there was no dj in the penthouse, we had the music I was spinnin' on the main floor wired to play at full volume in the penthouse. Cats were dance to my vibe on both floors at the same time (a sight to see experience)!!! Madd props and thanks to Billy Bob for comin' down, and of course madd props to Don Q for doin; his thang (as usual)! But most certainly, props goes out to all of you who came out to make last night one of my best nights at the Velvet Lounge (what a way to end the summer). 2nd - I want to clear up some confusion about the KRS One party this past Friday. I was asked to play at this party months ago, but the promoter waited to long to get back with me to confirm this date. As the cats on my TP FAN Club list know, I was scheduled to play in Toronto at the Soul Shack Party on Friday September 3rd. In fact, the Soul Shack party was for charity, and so I played for FREE, even though I was offered money to play at the KRS One party. The bottom line is that the cats involved didn't handle their business properly - which brings me to another issue. It's my understanding that MY NAME was printed on flyers and advertised in the METRO TIMES for the KRS One party. I haven't seen this for myself, but I am asking that anyone who has a copy of the flyer or Metro Times to please fax a copy to me at 1-248-435-2983 or 1-810-816-0232 ASAP. I do not appreciate my name being used in connection with any event without my permission! I apologize to any of my fans and loyal supporters who came down to this event thinking that I was going to appear. For those of you who want to know for certain where and when I am scheduled to play, you should join my TP Fan Club List (send SUBSCRIBE in the message and subject areas of your e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED]). If a party is not listed on my calendar, then it has not been confirmed! I handle 90% of my bookings myself, and all parties made through booking agents are authorized by me personally FIRST. So don't let anyone tell you that TP's booking agent confirmed it, and perhaps just hasn't told TP yet because I don't do business like that. I want to thank all of those who informed me about this last night at the Velvet. In the future, if anyone has a question about my djing at a certain club or event, please feel welcome to ask and I'll gladly tell you if it's a legitimate booking. peace respect to all! TP
(313) TP's Fan Club - weekend update - September Top 10
Greetings Cats! Normally I would address this posting to my fan club list only. But because of the massive response I received from my subject letter Are you about the music, or are you just frontin' , I decided to address this to all (don't worry - this wont become a habit). 1st - let me say that I appreciated ALL the e-mails that I received on the subject. Furthermore, last weekend in Mason City Iowa here in Detroit, I enjoyed meeting many of you who either accepted my challenge to party this weekend sober, and/or those who party sober on a regular basis. It was really encouraging to feel such positive energy from all of you. 2nd - I wanted to quickly make a couple of points: a) I wasn't just speaking to or about the cats in the rave scene, but to all cats who enjoy all forms of music developed in the underground scene within the past 20 years. I don't want to see anyone die, or hurt themselves in any manner regardless if they're a raver, clubhead, and no matter their race, religion, sexual orientation, etc., etc.. I was surprised how some cats responded to my wanting to see people be safe in this music. But I also realized that I didn't qualify my point of view, so I will do that later. b) I wasn't trying to preach the Just Say No campaign to any of you. Some of you felt that I was preaching to you in the same manner that some ministers and pastors might do in speaking about religion. Well, just because I know and accept Jesus doesn't mean that you have to, and just because I don't do drugs doesn't mean that you shouldn't do drugs. Whether you choose to do drugs socially (in moderation) or you get blitzed every chance you get, ultimately it's your right to do so. If that's what floats your boat, then by all means set sail and have a wonderful voyage. I'm certainly not trying to be judgemental because it's not my place to judge anyone, especially as it relates to the music. Furthermore, if you read my original posting on this subject carefully, you'll see that I clearly stated that I too realize that drugs have always been, and will more likely continue to be part of music. In the summer of 1982 I had my first djing gig at a backyard party. Back then, cats would get their high by drinking malt liquor poured into small plastic cups (so we called them 8 oz parties) and smokin' a bit of herb - DETROIT SOUTHFIELD cats from `77 to `85 know what I'm talkin' about! My point is that even back then, my first introduction to the party scene as a dj included cats getting high. I didn't smoke any herb (although I use to smoke 3 packs of Kool Milds each day), but I did get my drink on with some OE, Colt 45, or Detroit's favorite cheap 40 oz brew . . . BIG JUG for $.99 (Brings back memories). So I too was sometimes buzzin' at the parties. c) The reason why I stopped getting drinkin' at these parties is because this is Detroit, and in Detroit (unfortunately) there was always some shit jumpin' off. I mean how many of you can say you've been shot at, seen cats get shot, or even seen a cat get smoked (killed) at a party or club??? Well I've seen it all, and it aint pretty folks. The problem is that I'm starting to see to much of what use to go on back in the day re-surface at many of these parties here in Detroit. I can't speak for your scene in your city where you (the reader) are currently. But I want to qualify my request for a drug free atmosphere by saying that at least for the cats here in the D, it's also a matter of street smarts safety. Many of these parties (in warehouses and clubs) are in some of the roughest areas in the city. You cats who come down to these parties high set yourself up as EASY targets. For those of you who are in Detroit, haven't you noticed that most of the ill shit that goes down at these parties usually takes place after 3 or 4 AM??? These cats are waiting for you to get good and high. In some cases, the drug dealers who sell you that crap are in on jackin' you, but many of you don't even see it coming because you're so anxious to get the drugs into your body that you miss what's going on around you! Some of you cats have not one ounce of street smarts within you, yet you particular cats seem to get a feeling of excitement and danger by partying in some of the toughest areas in Detroit. This is not a game! This is real! Your ability to react in a critical situation may mean the difference between life and death. Hopefully none of you reading this will ever be in such a situation. My point is that there is another reason (at least here in Detroit) to check your head when you attend these parties. This past weekend for example, several cats got jacked at gun point at FLAVA, cars jacked, etc., etc.. Now of course I not sayin' that all those who suffered losses where on drugs. Instead what I'm asking is if you had to deal with some REAL SHIT would you rather be sober, or fucked up on some drugs??? (Just
