New Zealand Acts Stole the Show at Electric Avenue 2026
The local acts on this year's Electric Avenue lineup, led by returning legends Split Enz, were the highlight of the weekend
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The local acts on this year's Electric Avenue lineup, led by returning legends Split Enz, were the highlight of the weekend
Electric Avenue is returning to Christchurch this weekend on an unprecedented scale, with record crowds, an expanded site, and a historic on-stage reunion
Tim Finn has announced two exclusive Australian shows, exploring a catalogue of career classics including songs from Split Enz and Crowded House
Split Enz's highly anticipated 2026 Australian reunion tour just got a whole lot better, with a new show added to meet fan demand
Stay up to date with all the New Zealand music releases from last week with Rolling Stone AU/NZ’s weekly roundup
Split Enz mark the 50th anniversary of 'Mental Notes' with a deluxe archival collection and announce their first tour in nearly 20 years
The iconic Australian festival will return to Byron Events Farm between Thursday, April 2nd-Sunday, April 5th of next year
The legendary New Zealand band will also play Electric Avenue and Bluesfest next year
Legendary New Zealand band Split Enz will re-form at Electric Avenue for an exclusive performance to mark their 50th anniversary
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