240 gigabytes of Neil Finn podcast

Jamilah dials in from New Jersey buzzing from having attended multiple Bad Religion shows during the week. She successfully turns her focus to Neil Finn, artists taking firm politcal stands and the merits of Crowded House live at Pinkpop festival 23 May 1994. Performances include Fingers Of Love, Private Universe, There Goes God and Weather With You.You can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the monthly cost of buzzsprout hosting fees, riverside video chat platform, editing software & cloud space. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

Charles dials in from Toronto to share his very own, wonderfully captured, recording of Neil Finn live at Reverb 17 November 1998. Performances include Message To My Girl, Distant Sun, Ultra Marine, Souvenir, Spirit Of The Stairs, Snake Charm Boogie, Its Only Natural. Episode cover: It's Only Natural by Crawlspace. Give youself some spooks and check out Charles' macabre fiction output over at: https://tombstonealley.ca Get ready to salivate with Charles over at Ficken Chicken:  https://frickenchicken.caYou can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the monthly cost of buzzsprout hosting fees, riverside video chat platform, editing software & cloud space. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

Mike Chunn, former bass player for Split Enz and author of 'Stranger Than Fiction,' shares his reflections on the band's influential album, 'Mental Notes,' celebrating its 50th anniversary. He discusses the creative processes behind the record, providing entertaining rankings for each track. The hosts dive into the band's early struggles, the art of bass playing, and the emotional resonance of specific songs. They also explore the evolving perceptions of music and the deep connections between lyrics and personal experiences, creating a vivid tapestry of musical nostalgia.

Adam from Baltimore, known for his deep insights on Neil Finn's music, joins first-time guest Dave A. Scott to explore the early discography of Split Enz. They discuss the whimsical yet dark themes in band's songs and the quirky instrumentation that captures their unique style. Personal anecdotes about memorable performances enhance their analyses, revealing emotional connections to the music. The duo also dives into the dual nature of songs, balancing humor with serious narratives, and rank tracks, showcasing their passion for Finn's artistic journey.

Jamie joins us again to reflect on his first hand experience of the Songwriters Circle gig at London's Bush Hall October 2011. He talks to the atmosphere, the performances and of course, the elusive and frequently discussed fall out between Neil Finn and Ryan Adams. Juicy. Performances include Distant Sun, Golden Child, Don't Dream Its Over and Weather With You.You can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the monthly cost of buzzsprout hosting fees, riverside video chat platform, editing software & cloud space. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

Jamie from Yorkshire dials in to express the collective joy that was Neil Finn at Bush Hall in London on 3 February 2010. This sold out fan-club only show was filled with requests, spontaneous deep cuts, collaborations with audiance members and gentle renditions of soon to be released Intriguer tunes.Performances include Try Whistling This, Anytime, Last To Know, Love You Til The Day I Die, Twice If You're Lucky, Elephants & I Feel Possessed.Listener cover : Anytime by Jonathan & Oli ScottYou can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the monthly cost of buzzsprout hosting fees, riverside video chat platform, editing software & cloud space. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

An intimate performance at the Neil Finn owned bar Tabac, sees the Finn Brothers workshopping songs for Everyone Is Here prior to heading overseas to lay them down with Tony Visconti. Louis from Brighton joins the chat to highlight the curiosities and help give what became album b-sides their day in the sun.Performances include: Tell me come on, Land torments the sea, Homesick, A Life between us, Faraway children, Gentle hum, Sunset swim, Way back down, Everyday Alright.Episode cover: Don't dream it's over by Birds Are Better. Check out the latest Birds Are Better album on Spotify over herehttps://open.spotify.com/album/2kO6osBmmIAA3Rg6Ppnmtx?si=9etCAElbSNawIHn1PnhwYwYou can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the monthly cost of buzzsprout hosting fees, riverside video chat platform, editing software & cloud space. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

Louis dials in from Brighton to talk Crowded House, Isle of Wight festival,  21 June 2024. Performances include World Where You Live, Teenage Summer, Pineapple Head, When You Come, The Howl, Weather With You.You can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the monthly cost of buzzsprout hosting fees, riverside video chat platform, editing software & cloud space. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

Finn Brothers, 29 February 1988, Los angeles KCRW's SNAP. Performances include: Six Months in a Leaky Boat, Throw Your Arms Around Me, Fraction Too Much Friction, Charlie, Coca Cola Kid Jingle, She Got Body She Got Soul, Message to My Girl, Show a Little Mercy, Better Be Home Soon, Bye Bye Love, The Jazz Butcher, Dirty Creature, Poor Boy, I Hope I Never, Song for Noel, Whaling, You Send Me, Now We're Getting Somewhere, Goodnight Irene, Pokarekare AnaYou can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the monthly cost of buzzsprout hosting fees, riverside video chat platform, editing software & cloud space. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

Si Barker, a devoted member of the Neil Finn community, joins the conversation to discuss a captivating soundboard recording of Split Enz's performance at the Pinkpop Festival in 1980. They delve into the vibrant musical dynamics and emotional depth of songs like 'Shark Attack' and 'I See Red.' Si shares nostalgic anecdotes about New Zealand's unique music scene and the band's growth through relentless touring. Discover how music captures personal memories and collective experiences, making fandom a heartfelt adventure.