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What do Hollie Smith, Flight of the Conchords and the Arctic Monkeys have in common?
They're all independents - free agents in a music industry dominated by major corporations.
Tomorrow marks the first International Independents Day - a three-day celebration designed to raise awareness and support for the independent music sector.
Some of the world's most successful musicians are on independent labels, including those in our own backyard.
Do your bit to support our indie bands by purchasing the limited edition Independents Day 08 album, on sale for three days from tomorrow.
Featuring original tracks by local musos - including Tiki Taane, Minuit and Little Bushman - the album also features four British independents covering old favourites like Oasis' Don't Look Back in Anger and The Raconteurs' Steady As She Goes.
For more information on the event, including links to a rare music memorabilia fundraising auction, head to www.independentsday08.com
