FRINGE BENEFITS LOCAL ARTIST OF THE WEEK

VENTS

After gaining a heavy buzz and reputation as one of the most intense Aussie rappers, making appearances on Certified Wise affiliates Hilltop Hoods and Funkoars records; Vents came out swinging on his debut album Hard To Kill. The 2007 album received heavy rotation on Triple J, instantly becoming an Aussie hip hop classic. Getting busy all over the country, Vents joined the heavyweight division shutting down live shows everywhere including the Big Day Out and taking a break to cheese for front-page of The Advertiser. All in a days work. Currently in the studio recording his sophomore album, with Trials and Suffa back on board, it's going to be a massive one. Stay tuned!

 Vents sounds like... Someone who wasted his youth listening to rap.

And I stand out because... I am a cool and handsome guy.

Your love affair for music all started when... I discovered drugs and rock’n’roll.

What track of yours is on rotatation at Fresh FM? None, unfortunately.

Best thing about local scene? Always got a bed to crash in.

If I were a movie I'd be... Eraserhead - everything going pear-shaped.

Do you have an album coming out? Yup... when, is another story.

One musician Vents would like to collaborate with? Max Reebo.

Most underrated music star? Godfather Don.

Most cherished album? PE - Nation Of Millions.

Where can we see you working your music magic? Terra Firma album launch Fri Sep 5 at HQ.

Plans in the pipeline? World domination perhaps? Trying to feed and clothe myself first.

For more info on Vents head to <freshfm.com.au> or listen to Fresh Air on 92.7 every Monday from 8pm to 10pm to hear more local talent.