FRESH/ CASTAWAY

 They haven't been around for long but this hardcore/punk band are hitting the Brisbane music scene like a punch to the face.

FRESH/ VLADA EDERIDGE

Local singer/songwriter Vlada Ederidge sings the blues softly and sweetly, in a way that's sure to melt your heart.

FRESH/ CASTLES SUNK BELOW THE SEA

This unsigned foursome have provided their MySpace listeners with only two songs, yet their experimental music is uniquely powerful.

FRESH/ RAN JACOBS

Local lass with a sweet, earthy voice that makes Joanna Newsom sound like a grizzly transvestite.

FRESH/ THE BELLIGERENTS

Do we really need more dance rock?

FRESH/MAJOR CHORD

Folk musician Major Chord uses a "hodge-podge" of percussion from "all corners of the world".

FRESH/ MIMICKING BIRDS

Signed to Isaac Brock of Modest Mouse's Glacial Pace Recordings, this is one charming threesome to watch.