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Oddz and Enz

Split Enz

53 min · 10 tracks · new wave · pop rock · progressive rock

A vibrant fusion of art pop and progressive rock wrapped in theatrical melodies and eclectic instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical melodies for emotional highs
  • dynamic journey with engaging variety
  • wave-like pacing for reflective moments
  • extended climax for immersive experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, concise tracks
  • seek constant high-energy flow

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1980, 'Oddz and Enz' was Split Enz's fifth studio album, marking a pivotal moment in their evolution towards more complex arrangements. Following their breakthrough album 'True Colours', this record solidified their status in the New Zealand music scene while showcasing their artistic growth and experimentation with sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Crowded House· XTC· The B-52's

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 129 (Matinee Idyll) 3:51
  • 2 Another Great Divide 3:37
  • 3 Lovey Dovey 3:38
  • 4 Things 2:39
  • 5 Amy (Darling) 5:10
  • 6 Jolted 2:36
  • 7 Under the Wheel 7:26
  • 8 Two of a Kind 3:40
  • 9 True Colours (Let's Rock) 5:57
  • 10 Nightmare Stampede 14:39

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