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21.VI+ Independent Charts
21.VI+ Metal Mind Records
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21.VI+ Northern Star Records
21.VI+ Viajero Inmovil Records


BANDS & PERFORMERS:

Van
(Poland) / June 21, 2009

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Fromuz
(Uzbekistan) / June 21, 2009

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Believe
(Poland) / June 21, 2009

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Metal Mind Records

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Paul Kopecky
(USA) / June 22, 2009

Paul Kopecky (1971-2009)

We are deeply saddened to announce that our brother Paul James Kopecky passed away on June 22, 2009 due to complications related to juvenile diabetes. He was only 37 years old. For the past two years KOPECKY was unable to play because of Paul's deteriorating health. We hoped beyond hope to play together again, but unfortunately it was not to be. Paul was an exceptional drummer whose unique style shaped and helped define the KOPECKY sound. His drumming was powerful but precise, innovative but instinctive, and always, always tasteful. He played selflessly, crafting his parts to suit the song, not his ego. We were always suprised by his phenomenal talent, and we often marveled at how he could, with a minimum of practice, play extremely complicated tracks in just one or two takes in the recording studio. And in concert, Paul was solid as bedrock and played his absolute best despite being frequently ill on stage. His excellent drumming can be heard on all five Kopecky CD's: Kopecky (Mellow, 1999), Serpentine Kaleidoscope (Cyclops, 2000), Orion (MACE, 2001), Sunset Gun (Musea, 2003), and Blood (Unicorn Digital, 2006). The world of progressive rock has lost an amazing drummer, and this planet has lost one of the kindest, most warm-hearted souls that ever walked the earth. He will surely be missed by many. Thanks to all friends and fans who have offered their condolences. Your kind words are deeply appreciated.

With love and respect,
Joe and William Kopecky

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Orphan Project
(USA) / June 21, 2009

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RECORDING COMPANIES:

UK Official Independent Charts
(UK) / June 21, 2009

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The UK’s Official Charts Company announces that it will re-launch the UK’s Official Independent Charts, along with the addition of two new charts to support independent labels – brand new Independent Singles and Albums Breakers Charts. The Independent Charts – which have had a major re-vamp via a new set of criteria, focusing on independent ownership – and Breakers Charts will be officially launched on Monday 29th June. The Independent Charts are a 30-year-old institution in the UK, supporting music from independently financed, produced and distributed artists and labels. This marks the first time in their three decades of history (the charts were first launched in the UK in 1978 by Iain McNay, the chairman of British independent label, Cherry Red Records), that the UK’s Independent Charts will have a major refresh. The new look charts, based on new criteria for independence; replace the former focus on independent distribution. Under the new rules, a download or CD will be eligible for the Official Independent Charts if it is released on a label which is 50% or more owned by an independent (non-major) company, irrespective of the distribution channel through which it is shipped or delivered. They will be accompanied by the new Independent Breakers charts.

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Metal Mind Records
(Poland) / June 21, 2009

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Metal Mind Records

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Transubstans Records
(Sweden) / June 21, 2009

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Northern Star Records
(UK) / June 21, 2009

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Northern Star Records

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Viajero Inmovil Records
(Argentina) / June 21, 2009

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