19-year-old singer who released her debut album `What to do with Daylight' recently; Fraser wrote all 11 tracks on the album and played instruments on each song; based in Wellington

Seven-piece band based in Wellington; plays freaky nu Pacific soul train, smothered in bottom heavy funk, jazz, deep dub and skanking roots reggae

Auckland-based Maori singer who combines Maori musical elements and contemporary western grooves; sings in a band called The Tribe, which creates a powerful fusion of music, harmonies & haka

Rock group; plays a blend of skankin roots reggae, low rolling dub bass lines with drum & bass breaks in a distinctly Pacific style; group members: Andrew Penman, David Deakins, Mark Tyler, Conan Wicox & Tiki Taane

Band from Christchurch, known for their tasteful blend of guitars, soulful melodies, and cutting-edge electronics; group members: James Reid and Hamish Gee

Rock group formed in Melbourne, Australia; led by New Zealand musician & singer-songwriter Neil Finn; site has news, information on tours, photos, videos, forum, downloads etc

Web site giving details about performances by A Low Hum

Auckland band that performs at functions; plays dance music & jazz (swing, latin, blues, modern) & the music of George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, Duke Ellington and more

Music band playing a mix of pop and rock party cover songs for dancing at parties and private functions; performs at weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, and special occasions in & around Auckland

Christchurch-based rock band; has released three albums