240 gigabytes of Neil Finn podcast Ep 93 - A Lark On The Breeze (Split Enz, Golders Green Hippodrome, Sight & Sound, London, 21 October 1977)
May 1, 2026
Louis, dialing in from Brighton, is a Split Enz and early Neil Finn live-recordings enthusiast. He revisits the Golders Green Hippodrome Sight & Sound set from 21 Oct 1977. Short takes cover the theatrical stage presentation, circus-like charm of My Mistake, the punky rush of Crosswords, Tim’s falsetto moments, and the live-only rarity True Colours.
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Small Patreon Support Keeps The Podcast Alive
- Patreon support keeps the 240GB podcast running, providing motivation and covering hosting and editing costs for regular episodes.
- Chris notes new patrons David Goldsmith and Dan Barrows and that small monthly donations meaningfully sustain the show.
Sight And Sound Visuals Emphasise Theatrical Split Enz
- Split Enz kept theatrical Phil Judd-era stage moves and makeup for the 1977 Sight and Sound set, creating a distinctive visual identity.
- Chris highlights the black-and-white suits with green lighting making them look alienic on screen.
Bold As Brass Mix Favors Percussion Over Neil's Guitar
- On Bold As Brass the mix foregrounds Noel Crombie's percussion and Rob (horns) on maracas, while Neil's electric guitar is barely audible.
- Chris and Louis note Tim plays 12-string acoustic and Neil gets little screen or mix presence, affecting his exposure.