Split Enz
Appearance
Split Enz | |
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![]() Split Enz at Rod Laver Arena, June 2006 | |
Background information | |
Origin | Auckland, New Zealand |
Genres | |
Years active | 1972–1984, 1986, 1992-1993, 1999, 2002, 2005-2006, 2008-2009 |
Labels | Mushroom, Chrysalis, A&M |
Spinoffs | |
Past member(s) | See Members |
Website | frenz |


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.