Art-rock and pop pioneer Split Enz is New Zealand’s most influential and successful bands, formed in Auckland in 1972 by Tim Finn and Phil Judd. Renowned for their theatrical style and adventurous songwriting, the band evolved into a new‑wave and pop sound that brought international success. They became the first New Zealand group to achieve major global recognition, producing hits such as “I Got You,” “I See Red” and “History Never Repeats.” Across the late 1970s and early 1980s, Split Enz released a string of critically acclaimed albums, including True Colours, Waiata and Time and Tide. Split Enz’s bold artistry and timeless catalog left a global legacy, inspiring future acts like Crowded House.