(Updated:  June 28th 2009) Paul Kopecky (1971-2009), rest in peace Dear friends of KOPECKY, We are deeply saddened to announce that our dear 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 always solid as bedrock and played his absolute best despite being frequently ill on stage. In many ways, he was the best of us. The world of progressive rock has lost an amazing drummer.  We have lost not only our blood brother but also a best friend.  And this planet has lost one of the kindest, most warm-hearted souls that ever walked the earth. Paul, we will miss you all our days.  It was an honor and a pleasure to have played such beautiful music with you.  Your talent and generous spirit inspire us to no end, and in the hearts of your family, friends, and fans, you will never die. We love you, Paul. Your brothers, Joe and William