Clubland in mourning for city's legendary DJ

MEMBERS of Manchester's music and nightlife scene have been shattered by the news that a monumental DJ and figurehead has died.

- By ADAM MAIDMENT

Simon Parker

Hailed as a 'prominent figure during the Hacienda era with residencies across Manchester and Wigan Pier', Simon Parker - often performing in the early days under the name of DJ Si or DJ Si Parker - has been described as a 'mentor and educator' to many DJs and performers in the city.

Having begun DJing in 1990, Simon was a staple of The Venue nightclub in the 90s where he supported big names like Tony Wilson and The Smiths star Andy Rourke.

In a post on social media, it was confirmed that Simon had died at 1.42am on Friday.