Born in Australia, but moved to New Zealand as a child, Liam Finn’s passion for music begins as early as childhood as the son to Neil Finn (of Split Enz and Crowded House fame), and nephew to kiwi rock legend Tim Finn.

Liam attended Auckland high school Selwyn College. It was during high school that Liam Finn pursued the musical talent in his blood and helped in the formation of the band ‘Betchadupa’ (with other band members Joe Bramley, Matt Eccles and Chris Garland). The band saw the release of two albums that blew away New Zealand charts. However... (+) expand

Born in Australia, but moved to New Zealand as a child, Liam Finn’s passion for music begins as early as childhood as the son to Neil Finn (of Split Enz and Crowded House fame), and nephew to kiwi rock legend Tim Finn.

Liam attended Auckland high school Selwyn College. It was during high school that Liam Finn pursued the musical talent in his blood and helped in the formation of the band ‘Betchadupa’ (with other band members Joe Bramley, Matt Eccles and Chris Garland). The band saw the release of two albums that blew away New Zealand charts. However, it would be a few years later that Betchadupa made a unanimous decision to take a break.

Though the boys of Betchadupa still remain great friends, and all helping Liam Finn in the creation of his first solo debut 2007 album “I’ll Be Lightning” which has already rated highly on New Zealand’s album charts, and the release of mellow single “Gather To The Chapel”. Already showing promise and having succeeded with his own album, it is certain that Liam Finn will be lightning.

Quick Fact Trivia:

He is an accomplished photographer.

He played the lead role in “Return to The Forbidden Planet” during highschool.

His debut album “I’ll Be Lightning” case is composed of enviromentally-friendly ingredients. (-) collapse