terrance parker stops djing

[Sheridan]

not sure if anyone here knew that terrance parker is going to stop djing by next year.
here is his letter:


Greetings of peace everyone! Â*
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Yes! It is true! I will soon retire from touring and having a DJ residency. This is not a joke! This is not a mistake. After more than 20 years on the WHEELS OF STEEL, my DJing career is coming to a close. Â*
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I've been moving towards making this decision over the past 2 years. Now, I am in a place in my life where my relationship with GOD, my lovely wife, my gorgeous daughter, handsome newborn son, family and close friends, command that I pay attention to my own growth, development, and maturity. I imagine that I'll officially retire from DJing in 2003. Â*
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Over the past 7 years, I've traveled all over the world, DJing in more than 100 cities. Â*
In those 7 years, I've averaged travel for a minimum of 45 weekends out of a 52 weekend year. That's a lot of time away from my family. Â*
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On July 21st of this year, I was baptized in Jesus name, and received the precious gift of the Holy Ghost. On that day, the old TP died, and a new TP was born. Those who know me, know that I've been on this path of righteousness for quite sometime. Â*
I stopped smoking 12 years ago. I stopped drinking 2 years ago. I stopped cursing, swearing, and using GOD's name in vein 5 years ago. So this is nothing new. I've been religious most of my life. But now, GOD is leading me in a different direction. I plan to work heavily in the BUSINESS side of the music industry. I hope my contributions will help make a positive impact in the music industry. I'm not sure exactly how GOD plans to use me, and I am more uncertain of the new challenges I will soon face. But I know that according to Proverbs 3:5-6, I'll be just fine because I can do all things through Christ Jesus. Â*
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This is not an attempt to force my religious beliefs on anyone. GOD's love doesn't flow like that. Instead, my purpose here is to share with you the miracle in my life, and the changes that shall be proven because of it. Â*
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I'm not going to quit DJing tomorrow. I still plan to honor my commitments to DJ upcoming gigs in Iowa (USA), Germany, Japan, and other upcoming dates. I have a request to do a 30 city tour in 2003 with the man who released the first ever house record - Mr. Jesse Saunders! I'm also hoping to do a SPREAD LOVE DJ Tour with DJ Booming B in Germany in 2003. I just wanted to put all of you on notice so it wont be a surprise to those who truly care about me, my music, and my endeavors. So if you see I'm coming to your city or town, you better make certain you're there. If not, you might miss my final DJing performance in your area. Â*
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If the right opportunity to DJ on the radio comes along, I might strongly consider this along with having my mixes featured on the internet. But I am just about done with touring as a DJ, or having a residency in any club. Â*
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This brings me to my next announcement . . . . . I will spin for another 2 weeks at Tonic on Wednesdays, and then I will end my residency there. The staff, and everyone there has been great! Â*
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The state of music in general has turned towards the worst! Artist and producers are releasing horrible records, DJs who can barely spin, or who have a limited knowledge and/or respect for music are getting paid enormously crazy amounts of money to DJ. And the masses of the people follow and worship them as if they were GOD. Back in the day, you could listen to the radio and hear songs about love and compassion. Now all day, everyday, major radio plays sex theme music that 3 and 4 year babies know all the lyrics and sexual dance steps to. The club/party scene is ruled by drugs. Very few people truly care about the music anymore. VERY SAD! Â*
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I'm not perfect, but I've always tried to be positive. So my advice to all of the current and future aspiring DJs, please be mindful of the music you play. To the producers and recording artists, be mindful of the music you make. Those youthful in mind, body, spirit, and maturity are watching you! Don't let money be your motivation! Â*
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DJing has been, and will always be part of me. If I never spin at another club or party again, I'll still go into my basement, and make a hot mix CD! Music was once my life! Now, although I will always love music, GOD is my life! The old TP had his priorities mixed up. My priorities now are in order: Â*
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1. GOD Â*
2. my family Â*
3. my career Â*
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(If your HOUSE is not in order, you may want to think about it.) Â*
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I don't know if I'll continue to make mix CDs. That's something I am praying about. When GOD lays the answer on my heart, I'll let you know. Â*
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I want to thank all of my fans and friends throughout the world who've supported my music and my DJing throughout the years. I love you all! THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR ALL THE MANY YEARS OF LOVE & POSITIVE VIBES! Â*
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You can see my current DJing schedule at TPMusic.net Â*
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May GOD's grace be upon you! Â*
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Terrence (TP) Parker Â*
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any thoughts?

[LEFTHANDLOU]

I Think God want's me to have a cheezeburger for lunch today. But I'm waiting for him to place the answer in my heart if i should get onions with that.

I think its always the ones that swear they are not preaching that are preaching the most !!!!!!!

[c s]

Originally posted by LEFTHANDLOU
I think its always the ones that swear they are not preaching that are preaching the most !!!!!!!

i agree. :!

[zombie ritual]

Another probably bright mind lost to religion...

[gunjack]

"the less you make declarative statements, the less likely you are to look like an idiot in retrospect..."

[tsr_robban]

him stop djing ?
thank god for that.

gospel house forevah

[pille'ocheoni]

YOUR RESPONSES COME ROUND VERY SINICAL,BUT VALID!MY OPIOION ON THIS IS ONE OF JOY,I DONT CALL MYSELF A CRISTIAN,BUT I DO CONSIDER MYSELF A SENTEINT BIENG AND WITHIN THAT I FIND MY OWN PIECE OF SOLACE.TO HEAR ONE JUDGE IS THE WORST|ESSECIALLY ABOUT BELIEF,FAITH,OR WHATEVER,IF "TP"HAS FOUND SOMETHING THAT CLICKS WITH HIM AND MAKES HIS STAY HERE ON EARTH EASIER TO BARE,THAN MORE POWER TO HIM,I TOO GREW UP NOT UNDERSTANDING CRISTANITY,AND RELIGON FOR THAT MATTER.....I GREW UP IN A METAPHYSICAL HOME WHERE ALL BELIEF 'S WERE VALID AND APPRECIATED,BUT RELIEGON SEEMED LIKE A STORY,AND SOME FICTION GUILT BASED CULT STRIVING TO TAKE OVER THE WORLD , BUT THREW MY YEARS OF SELF DISCOVERY IVE ALSO COME TO PEACE WITH THOSE PEOPLE WHO ARE DIFFERNT"CHRISTIANS""OR WHOEVER,MY ONLY POINT IS THAT ALL MAJOR RELGIONS,SECTS,PHILOSIFY'S,THE ORIES,HAVE THE SAME FUDAMENTALS IN COMMON-WHICH IS ONE OF LOVE,AND A RELASHONSHIP WITH WHOEVER OR WHATEVER U CONSIDER TO BE OR NOT YOUR HIGHER POWER"GOD""CHRIST""BUDDAH""MUHAMED" WHATEVER.SO HERE WITH [TP'S]CASE IT BRINGS A SENSE OF FREEDOM TO MYSELF TO READ THIS BECAUSE IT REPRESENTS PROGRESSION,GROWTH,AND MOVING ON.ITS ALWAYS ABOUT PROGRESSION,GROWTH IS WHERE ONE FINDS A PIECE OF SELF,AND WITHIN THAT YOU FIND NOTHING AND EVERYTHING COEXISTING IN PERFECT HARMONY.[NAMASTE']

[techno-cat]

i was very moved by the statement of Terrence Parker. I don't find it unusual that he has found a guide to aid his transformation, and i have no objections to the use of the word GOD as a name for his guide.

i believe the phrase, "Change is Stability", originated in Buddhist philosophy, and it's apparent to most people, that in order to survive, one must constantly adapt.

The right to remake and be 'reborn' is not exclusive to christianity - all religions and philosophical thought encompass this belief. Rebirth/baptisim/transformational ceremonies are among the most powerful rituals which we humans possess - i believe they are the key to spiritual change.

Carl Jung, and many other psychologists and anthropologists have observed this phenomena. Our literature is littered with fine examples!

I can recommend the book "Psychic Energy - It's Source and Transformation ", by M Esther Harding ( a student of Jung's and a great student of the human condition) The alchemical process of the transformation of human consciousness from it's 'animal' state, to what we consider 'human' is well documented here. u may read excerpts if u click this link (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0691017905/ref=lib_rd_ss_TT01/102-5381221-8109707?v=glance&vi=reader&img=4#reader-link)

i wish Terrance and his family well, and i consider his point about "The club/party scene ruled by drugs" a valid observation, however, in my opinion, it is largely the fault of our governments, who by making drugs taboo and illegal, increase their attractiveness and abuse.

I hope for the future, that large numbers of people can come together, and [b]chill without the pill©, but not to the exclusion of the valuable role which drugs can play in the development of an individual in certain circumstances.


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[deccard]

i think there a lot of dj´s who should stop instead of "TP" but his decision is absolutely understandable for me.

btw. dear pille'ocheoni please DONT WRITE EVERYTHING WITH THE CAPSLOCK
its really hard to read and you post to be read right?

[pille'ocheoni]

my appoligies deccard,my mistake=writing java=caps=easier to understand for me anyways.bad habit8-()

[jukka]

Originally posted by Sheridan
The state of music in general has turned towards the worst! Artist and producers are releasing horrible records, DJs who can barely spin, or who have a limited knowledge and/or respect for music are getting paid enormously crazy amounts of money to DJ. And the masses of the people follow and worship them as if they were GOD. Back in the day, you could listen to the radio and hear songs about love and compassion. Now all day, everyday, major radio plays sex theme music that 3 and 4 year babies know all the lyrics and sexual dance steps to. The club/party scene is ruled by drugs. Very few people truly care about the music anymore. VERY SAD!

truely the sad truth !
there are so many overrated dj/producers.....don't wanna give any examples here.just think about....

[techno-cat]

but surely it can't all be bad?

aber sicher, es könnte nicht alles schlecht sein?

[deccard]

it surely isn´t all bad but times are changin and sometimes the revolution eats its children :!

[sacul]

we should understand.
he was one of the best house dj's ever.
...

[invisibleplanet]

from Overloadmedia, Posted: 22/11/02 - 10.15 by nocturne

I just received the following via a friend:

Greetings to ALL!

Over the Thanksgiving holidays, I will be spinning again in Rochester New York, and for the first time in Japan (praise GOD)! I will send out more specific info next week.

I don't think I did a very good job in explaining my "retirement" from DJing. Many people misunderstood what I was attempting to say. My point was to tell of the glorious news of being saved, and to let people know that I would not be DJing events in the same manner or frequency that I had been in years past. I would continue to DJ events, but with a new and very specific purpose. Over the past few months, the LORD has truly blessed me with a new point of view regarding how DJing and music play an important role in HIS ministry. Not just for my brothers and sisters in Christ JESUS, but for ALL of my brothers & sisters in the human family, regardless of religious faith, race, sexual orientation, etc.

After reading my "retirement" e-mails (which are now posted on MANY web pages and message boards - praise GOD), many people ask me about my faith. I tell them that I am a Christian. But then they ask me to be more specific (example: Apostolic, Protestant, Catholic, Lutheran, Church Of God In Christ, Seventh Day Evangelist, etc.). Again, I tell them that I am a Christian. This is the only thing that should matter. In my effort to truly be like Christ, I embrace all which brings people together in LOVE & PEACE. The enemy uses the various divisions in the church (which are man made) to separate / divide us. I am not try to put down anyone's religious beliefs. One of the scriptures I use as a daily guide for my life is Romans 13: 8, "Owe no man anything, but to love one another; for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law."

As a world renowned DJ, GOD has blessed me with many opportunities to be a vessel for his purpose. I have posted a letter on my website (TPMusic.net) which helps to further explain how DJing fits in my walk with JESUS.

Nothing is over until GOD says it's over. Having said that, I will continue to DJ, but with a new purpose; to minister to people through music. I will go where GOD leads me. Far be it for me to understand GOD and his infinite wisdom. GOD may have very different plans for me as I grow and mature in Christ JESUS. But for now, this is where the LORD is leading me.

For those in the Detroit area, check out the Drive Time Inspirational House Mix with Theresa Hill and I, each Monday at 5:30PM on WDTR 90.9FM. Also coming soon, a new Gospel Mix Show which can be heard exclusively at my website: TPMusic.net
I will also continue to make mixes for MOCRadio.com.

In closing, I ask you to pray for Brandon Short and his family. They lost their home and all their possessions in a recent fire. His wife and children are all OK (praise GOD). Please keep them in your prayers.

May GOD's grace be upon you!

[Sheridan]

that is cool and all I guess. but does this mean that christian house music is going to be the next big thing??
I can see it now: all these pilled and powdered ravers stumbling around in the dark dancing the praises of jesus.