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Split Enz

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Split Enz
Split Enz at Rod Laver Arena, June 2006
Split Enz at Rod Laver Arena, June 2006
Background information
OriginAuckland, New Zealand
Genres
Years active1972–1984, 1986, 1992-1993, 1999, 2002, 2005-2006, 2008-2009
LabelsMushroom, Chrysalis, A&M
Spinoffs
Past member(s)See Members
Websitefrenz.com
Split Enz at the Nambassa festival, New Zealand, January 1979
True Colours Tour, Commodore Ballroom

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.