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Perhaps one of the most respected record brands (and among the initial widely-known independent brands), ROIR, was founded by Neil Cooper. A previous agent for MCA and Famous Performers, Cooper created the brand new York-based independent TOUCH BASE International Information in 1979 release a material exclusively on cassette tapes (because …

The Beyond were a Derby, Britain quartet who specialized in highly technical rock bordering on thrash. John Whitby (vocals), Andy Gatford (electric guitar), Jim Kersey (bass), and Neil Cooper (drums) emerged jointly in 1988 and spent years honing their organic sound through comprehensive touring over the Uk club circuit. Ultimately, …