Split Enz

Split Enz were a New Zealand band formed in 1972. They are considered the first New Zealand band to gain significant recognition outside of Australasia. At first, they were known for their progressive/art rock sound, flamboyant visual style and theatrical performances. The band later moved toward a pop/new wave sound that yielded the breakthrough hit single "I Got You" (1980). Split Enz broke up in 1984. Since that time, the band has had several brief reunions.

Split Enz
Split Enz at Rod Laver Arena, June 2006
Background information
Origin	Auckland, New Zealand
Genres	Progressive rock (early) new wave art rock pop rock post-punk
Years active	1972–1984, 1986, 1992-1993, 1999, 2002, 2005-2006, 2008-2009
Labels	Mushroom, Chrysalis, A&M
Spinoffs	Forenzics Crowded House Finn Brothers Schnell Fenster The Makers Enzso Citizen Band The Swingers
Past member(s)	See Members
Website	frenz.com

Split Enz at the Nambassa festival, New Zealand, January 1979

True Colours Tour, Commodore Ballroom