Biography
Crowded House distilled Split Enz’s art-rock smarts into compact pop songs purpose-built for repeat listening.
Neil Finn’s writing prizes subtle modulations—hooks that sneak up after two verses rather than punching immediately.
Their catalogue spans punchy new wave singles and moodier deep cuts programmers sneak between bigger eras.
High-bitrate audio keeps backing vocals and acoustic strums in focus—Finn arrangements reward forensic listening.
New Clear Radio streams curated rock-focused programming with quality up to 320kbps—ideal for hearing guitar-driven records with depth and punch.
At a glance
- Rock band formed in Melbourne, Australia in 1985 by Neil Finn and Nick Seymour after Split Enz disbanded.
- Don't Dream It's Over and Something So Strong became worldwide radio staples.
- Drummer Paul Hester was an original member until his departure in the 1990s.