“Don’t Dream It’s Over”… THEY ARE BACK!
Their erudite mix of classic songwriting and mellifluous harmonies gave the world a brief glimpse of what radio could sound like at its best.
Neil Finn’s carefully crafted songs, meticulous eye for lyrical detail, and gift for melody are matched by few other songwriters. Sold-out 2007. Get your tickets now so you don’t miss this show!
Crowded House formed in 1985 when Finn dissolved Split Enz rather than carry on after his brotherTim, the group’s founding member, left to pursue a solo career. Instead of carrying through with the new wave direction of latter-day Split Enz, Neil moved in favor of a stripped-down, back-to-basics combo featuring ex-Enz drummer Paul Hester, bassist Nick Seymour, and guitarist Craig Hooper. Initially, the group dubbed itself after Finn’s middle name, touring Australia and recording demos under the name the Mullanes; Hooper was dropped shortly after this formative period. In June of 1985, the group headed to Los Angeles to shop for a record label, eventually signing with Capitol Records. Capitol requested that the band change its name, and the group settled on Crowded House, a reflection of the bandmembers’ living conditions in L.A. They began work on their debut, enlisting the help of then-unknown producer Mitchell Froom. A partnership between the band and the producer formed, makingFroom nearly a fourth member. The partnership benefited both the band and the producer — the band was helped by Froom’s direct approach and more “American” sound as well as his input as a musician, and Froom was able to build a career as a high-profile producer. continued: http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/crowded_house/bio.jhtml
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