Great news for their long time loyal fans, iconic band CROWDED HOUSE are set to release their first new music in more than a decade with the debut of the single “Whatever You Want” via BMG. The video for “Whatever You Want” stars the charismatic and hugely talented indie artist Mac DeMarco making his acting debut. The video can be seen HERE.
The band also announced today that they will tour New Zealand in March 2021 on their “To the Island” tour.
The tour and new music feature founding members Neil Finn and Nick Seymour along with producer and keyboardist Mitchell Froom, guitarist and singer Liam Finn and drummer Elroy Finn.
“We are thrilled and highly energized to be touring NZ in March. The shows will be a joyous occasion for us, with all the songs from our history that still resonate, some new music to unveil and our home crowds to share all that with…feeling truly blessed,” said Neil Finn.
After a challenging year for the live entertainment industry, Live Nation is thrilled to be able to confirm that New Zealand will play host to the internationally revered band on a ten-date national tour throughout March 2021. Tour dates are:
MARCH 6 NAPIER CHURCH ROAD WINERY,
MARCH 8 NELSON TRAFALGAR CENTRE
MARCH 10 CHRISTCHURCH CHRIST CHURCH ARENA
MARCH 11 DUNEDIN TOWN HALL
MARCH 13 QUEENSTOWN GIBBSTON VALLEY
MARCH 15 WELLINGTON TSB BANK ARENA
MARCH 17 PALMERSTON NORTH REGENT THEATRE
MARCH 19 AUCKLAND SPARK ARENA
MARCH 20 NEW PLYMOUTH BOWL OF BROOKLANDS
There are no restrictions on mass gatherings nor are there any social distancing requirements or mask protocols in New Zealand.
Following Neil Finn’s surprise star turn and an extremely successful world tour with Fleetwood Mac, Neil and Nick Seymour are energized and inspired to begin a new chapter in the Crowded House story. A new generation has grown up and connected with their songs and will now get to experience the band live as they perform legendary anthems from the band’s 35-year career, along with fresh new music.