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Shayne Brian interviews Tim Finn about his influential music career and the stories behind his songs.

In this episode of Long Way to the Top , host Shayne Brian sits down with legendary New Zealand singer-songwriter Tim Finn for a deep dive into one of the most influential careers in Australasian rock history. From the art-school origins and global breakthrough of Split Enz, to his pivotal role in Crowded House, and a celebrated solo career including the iconic Escapade album, Tim Finn shares the stories behind the songs that defined generations. With the highly anticipated Split Enz reunion tour and his upcoming A Finn Night Out shows, this interview explores the full spectrum of Finn’s journey — including his early creative influences, the pressures of success, the dynamics of working with brother Neil Finn, and the evolution of his songwriting across decades. Expect rare insights into classic tracks like I Hope I Never , Fraction Too Much Friction , and Dirty Creature , along with candid reflections on artistic risk, reinvention, and the legacy of one of the region’s most enduring musical figures. Long Way to the Top is known for uncovering the real stories behind the music — the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the defining moments that shape…

People in this episode

Host: Shayne Brian

Guest: Tim Finn

Topics covered

• Tim Finn
• Split Enz
• Crowded House
• music history
• songwriting
• artist interviews

Keywords

• Tim Finn
• Split Enz
• Crowded House
• music history
• songwriting
• Escapade
• Australian music
• New Zealand music

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Split Enz, Crowded House

Books & works: Escapade, I Hope I Never, Fraction Too Much Friction, Dirty Creature

Places: Thirroul NSW, Sydney NSW

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