Crowded House consists of Mark Hart (guitarist), Neil Finn (vocalist, guitarist), Nick Seymour (bassist), Tim Finn (guitarist, pianist, vocalist).
Crowded House was an Australian/ New Zealand rock group between 1986 and 1996; two original members were from Australia and one was from New Zealand. Their notable hits include "Don't Dream It's Over", "Something So Strong", "Better Be Home Soon", and the Byrds-influenced "Weather with You".
Performing in the 1980s and 1990s, the group was based around the songwriting and vocal talents of New Zealand born lead singer, composer and guitarist Neil Finn. Members of the band included Tim Finn (Neil's brother) in 1990– 91, bassist Nick Seymour, Paul Hester (1986– 1994), session musician and Supertramp recruit Mark Hart ( 1993–1996) and session drummer Peter Jones (1994–1996).
The group had important connections in the Australian and New Zealand rock scenes. Neil Finn and Paul Hester were former members of the New Zealand rock band Split Enz; Neil is the younger brother of Split Enz founding member Tim Finn. Nick Seymour was the younger brother of singer-songwriter-guitarist Mark Seymour, leader of Australian rock group Hunters & Collectors.
The first incarnation of the band in 1985, The Mullanes, was a 4-piece formed in Melbourne, Australia, which also included guitarist Craig Hooper, formerly of The Reels. They secured a record contract with Capitol Records and moved to Los Angeles, at which time Hooper left the band. At the label's behest, the band changed their name to "Crowded House," which alluded to the cramped quarters the three members shared at 1902 N. Sycamore St. in Los Angeles during the recording of the album. They also invited former Split Enz keyboard player Eddie Rayner to join. He declined, but he produced the track "Can't Carry On" for the album.
