Neil Finn - Distant Sun (live on Fangradio, 2020)

[@amme30]

Superb, dancing like there is no-one watching. Ireland 2022

[@danielredfearn2875]

My Dad loved this song and he loved Crowded House. He passed away one year ago now, but it feels like yesterday he was still here. I'll never forget you Dad...RIP x

[@ranamukherji]

May his soul rest peacefully; he must have had amazing taste in music. I wish you the very best memories of him.

[@wezc9409]

I too have a love for crowded house for the exact same reason daniel, my dad had all the albums and played them when i was young. Cancer took my dad 20years ago but he lives on in many things, crowded house being one them, keep strong my friend... gone but never forgotten, if anything loving memories can help make you stronger and keep you positive in life. They have me. All the best mate

[@Win-xl7no]

Raising a pint here in London to your Dad Daniel. Best wishes to you. Your Dad clearly had fantastic taste in music.. and he had a cracking son for telling the world he loved Crowded House.. All the best to you and the family. Tom

[@earlcheck8841]

What a lovely way to remember your dad

[@nigelnorburn8907]

Your dad had fantastic taste in music , I’ve been listening to crowded house for years and years and they’re song writing is second to none . Keep listening for your dad x

[@roytbone5791]

"When your words devour my heart, and put me to shame". Genius songwriting.

[@richardk6196]

Folks-An example of a someone who can kill it without autotune.

[@rickywilliams9937]

Exactly

[@thegoodsgone1965]

To be fair, no one sounds good with auto-tune anyway - it's like sonic plastic surgery.

[@salmonesque]

Absolutely! What a great performance and version of that amazing song.

[@rgr4929]

​@@thegoodsgone1965 If you sing good, you sound well with aoutotune, just like Billie Joe or Avril Lavigne. Other thing is that you set it to robotic sound.

[@thegoodsgone1965]

@@rgr4929 but if you sing well then why would you need auto-tune?

[@slashwhatever]

Together Alone tour. May 30th 1994, Birmingham NEC Arena. My first live concert. This track (and in fact the whole album) will always mean something special to me. I feel especially privileged to now have a daughter who's genuinely interested in learning about great music. Thanks Niel and the rest of the band for being a formative part of my musical history and that of the generations we pass it on to.

[@guitarpaulo2000]

The one and the only person I think I would genuinely be dumbstruck if I met him. Neil Finn has provided a soundtrack for my life. Cannot thank you more.

[@kristindizon935]

This song is just as good as it was 25 years ago. Neil Finn is such a compelling, thoughtful songwriter. Nothing cookie cutter about him.

[@paulbrown7374]

Great range still.. Amazing voice...

[@kerris1588]

That line....I don't pretend to know what you want, but I offer love. Still kills me every time I hear it.

[@zilam98]

"i don't pretend to know what you want, but i offer love..." such haunting, powerful lyrics by neil

[@Toriv-dq3dt]

one of the greatest things about this Coronavirus thing is that we're getting so many awesome performances from these bloody geniuses at home

[@helenwatkinson5873]

One of the few

[@DeFiSiYT]

About 20 years ago as a young expat kiwi in London, I was walking near Regents park with my (Swedish) girlfriend and crossing the road was a man I recognised with his wife and two young sons... I was trying to clue my girlfriend in to who it was in a subtle way... But I was saying 'Look it's Tim' when of course I meant Neil... I guess Split-Enz and Crowded House weren't as popular in Sweden as Roxette and the like so she had no idea what I was on about... These young bearded men must be those two young boys... How time has passed... The Swedish girlfriend has two teenage boys herself now... not with me though... Thanks for the music Neil! You're a legend!

[@dingdongdangism]

sweden's loss, remembering of course, that the brothers finn are aus :)

[@carolinejordison4747]

fang radio was my distant sun in lockdown-love the fine Finns

[@djburtucky]

His music and voice do not age.

[@beckym8245]

I'm getting my 11 year old son into Crowded House recently. He's been wandering around the house humming these songs. Love it 🎶

[@JohnSmith-uk3oh]

Where you from, Becky?

[@christopherjorissen5582]

Education done right. Massive parenting win.

[@beckym8245]

@@JohnSmith-uk3oh England

[@asdfghjklkjhvbvcvjhvlyhb9957]

Nice one , checkout Del Amitri also

[@beckym8245]

@@christopherjorissen5582 thanks!

[@chrisbacos]

Neil's still got it.

[@TheRealMcP]

This sounds like Neil Finn 2020 with Neil Finn 1986 doing backing vocals. It's insane how much talent is in this video.

[@sorayabunny]

My 15 year old son loves this song as do I, always reminds me of NZ summers even though I'm far away now.

[@sirandrelefaedelinoge]

Love you forever, Neil; your songs saved my life back in 1994... I will never forget that.

[@14rnr]

And mine in 1999, I'm glad you stayed André !

[@sirandrelefaedelinoge]

@@14rnr Same goes for you, my friend. Thanks for sticking around... 🤗 Blessèd be Andy 🌛/|\🌜

[@rogersmith1475]

mine back 1n 92. Played Woodface to death

[@alisonmercieca1465]

Music is a life saver, and CH are masters at it. It’s a shame it couldn’t save Paul Hester.

[@mjr320]

@@alisonmercieca1465 how true , R.I.P. Paul

[@BennettsShed]

Favourite song ever. Better be home soon has never been so poignant though. Thanks Finns!

[@markriddett8812]

Have you seen the version that he dedicated to Paul at the Arias? 😢

[@BennettsShed]

Mark Riddett. No please post a link!

[@BennettsShed]

I used to sign my letter to Mum and Dad Your distant son. I was lucky enough to be in Sydney to see the farewell concert. The Finns have always been a soundtrack to my life. They were even a Wedding Song. I danced with my newly wed wife to Neil Finn. Thanks for everything. They are my songs now mate.

[@markriddett8812]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6PZZGCHiZ2peZo

[@scottslater7704]

I always loved this song too

[@jeniferpavek1773]

Look at that baby on the wall..so sweet. I’ve just become a huge fan of Crowded House, no matter the makeup of different band members. Heck, I cry a tear over Paul, and he’s been gone for awhile now. Thank God for KZbin, to be able to find such great music.

[@DekesDiveClub]

My favorite Crowded House song. Well done, Finn Lads!

[@BrianT1979]

5 minutes after I told my wife this is my favourite song of all time I see this. ❤️ Thanks, Gents!

[@j.m.221]

Some of the most beautiful lyrics ever written.

[@rhythmace1]

Chills. The only problem with hearing songs from the absolute cream of NF's repertoire is that, for a while afterwards, very little else satisfies and I end up having to listen to a good couple of hours of his best stuff before I can listen to anything else again!

[@rhythmace1]

When you read your own comment from 4 years earlier and think "yeah man, I absolutely relate to that" before realising it was you who wrote it! Oh well, I guess nothing has changed!

[@justmadeit2]

New Zealands premier songwriter. Greetings all from Manchester, England

[@robincrowflies]

Black, white, greys, colors are gorgeous here.

[@treehouse722]

Such exceptional songwriting. Anyone who's ever tried to write a hook knows just how hard this is to nail. Hats off.

[@andrewduncan66]

An effortless piece of perfection, with everything going on around the world just now it’s things like this that keep spirits and hopes high. Thank you 🙏

[@wellingtonaviationchannel634]

@@bonkeydollocks1879 Ok buddy lets see what you're doing...

[@wellingtonaviationchannel634]

@@bonkeydollocks1879 Well tbf you bragged about doing something when all you say you're doing is reading the media. Also for the record I do not live in or near America. Also its a bit ridiculous if you ask me that you're commenting this on a video of someone playing a song during lockdown. I suggest instead you post this on a video about either Covid 19 or about Gorge Floyd. Not here.

[@helenwatkinson5873]

Amen

[@TorToroPorco]

Glorious, Neil’s vocals still soar and stir our souls. One of the great underrated song writers of our time. And a melodious guitarist as well.

[@debbielicis6257]

Oh my freakin God. What a talented family. I love love this rendition, it’s beautiful.

[@Cardatwork]

That voice. It is singular in its excellence.

[@seanfourie7]

thank you from Johannesburg

[@paulbrown7374]

Jayziz that voice... Still ☘️🍀☘️🍀☘️🍀☘️ Just magic.. Have to say, as an Irishman, I'm very proud to say he is one of our own..

[@stevenhaldane5910]

Please play "Wont give in" this is the message the world needs to hear right now. Lots of love from Scotland

[@rhythmace1]

Great suggestion! Love that song.

[@NeilFinnOfficial]

Listen to the 7th April Fangradio show at www.neilfinn.com/fangradio . Neil played "Won't Give In" on acoustic guitar. - Team NF

[@09nob]

Cheesy.

[@miaschu8175]

I think that it would make me cry. I struggled, listening to Stuff and Nonsense the other night. Beautiful.

[@psicologalinamariaserna812]

Beautiful.....song....great singer Neil....love you🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏God bless you forever💗💖👏

[@MsSez]

“I don’t pretend to know what you want, but I offer love”. Seriously, Neil is the most beautiful songwriter. 🧡

[@benos4x4adventures49]

ever sice i was a kid...ive always followed niel and the band...im now 38 and a guitarist/ song writer... i play alot of crowded house songs...... ever ive always wished to have a jam with niel...maybe just one day i hope. 🤞🤞👍👍👍👍👍

[@kymanbedford-brown1323]

Can I sit in on that jam???

[@benos4x4adventures49]

@@kymanbedford-brown1323 absolutely

[@kymanbedford-brown1323]

Hey, just a thanks fromOz, we can all come together on music, It's just that pure natural high! And your a muso, niiiice. Kym-anne in Oz

[@emdor66]

I’m in love with almost every Neil Finn song, but this one always find a sweet spot in my heart.

[@stever2583]

Thank You... life given back to a tired and bored soul. Thank You.

[@buckb6976]

This is the first time I've heard Elroy perform. He's great.

[@anitaleary5109]

He has such a beautiful voice.

[@heyoka_j5741]

Neil Finn is one of the most beautiful song writers of all time

[@phuzbrain]

One of the Best Writer/Musicians on the planet... Together Alone

[@muttleycrew]

One of his all time best which is really saying something

[@Yak1986]

Introduced to Crowded House by a Kiwi in France about 25 years ago & their music evokes a happy time. So needed at the moment. Love you & thanks for sharing 💛

[@yurage66]

The most beautiful voice in the world❣️ Thanks and greetings from Verona - Italy 🙋🏼‍♀️🇮🇹

[@muttleycrew]

yurage66 g’day to you in Italy from me here in Australia 🇦🇺

[@yurage66]

@@muttleycrew Thanks a lot!!! 😉

[@sirandrelefaedelinoge]

@ yurage66 - Sending blessings of peace, safety, serenity and love to all of my friends - known and unknown - in beautiful Italy... Stay safe and well... Blessèd be Andy ❤🇬🇧🇮🇹❤ 🌛/|\🌜

[@yurage66]

@@sirandrelefaedelinoge Thank you so much!! 😊 Peace, safety and serenity to you and your beautiful country with all my heart! 💝 🇮🇹❤️🇬🇧

[@daviddyson3294]

YNWA

[@jillpatton5832]

CAN NOT WAIT to see these guys play in MSP later this year. I wish I had been able to see them live years ago, but Neil's still got it and it's so cool that he plays with his sons. xoxoxo

[@steveblackwell7005]

amazing...

[@mcamestaping]

Never tire of the gift of Finn god bless

[@skatepark1ful]

4-7-2020 Thank you all for positing. I'm singing as loud as I can!!!!!

[@salmonesque]

Love to you Finns. Nice guitar playing Neil. Outrageous singing man. We're lucky to have you. X

[@grahamtaylor3093]

I just love reading all the comments, keeps me on track. Thank you all.

[@michaelscott1060]

Neil I wonder if the boys appreciate they are playing music with a modern living legend. Much respect

[@Youaintseenmeright.......]

Great stuff! Thanks guys 👍

[@sound_underground]

Great musician, songwriter and father. I remember what Neil said in an interview about how to be a good dad. He said just pay attention. Family is important, and I hope to shower my kids that same kind of attention to let them know I am here and interested in them and have their backs forever. God bless you Neil and thanks for inspiring me to be a better father. Hoping I could make music with my kids too in the future.

[@stanskinner6966]

I hope your house is still crowded Neil, great song

[@tonyjones365]

I remember hearing this on my dad's car radio as we pulled into street when first released. Made him leave engine running so I could hear it til the end. Soooooo good!

[@blueyestu7950]

There’s a line in this song that goes “I don’t pretend to know what you want, but I offer love”. I’ve said this in so many different ways to my wife, trying to get her to understand just how much I adore her and only want to make her happy. We’re now separated and getting divorced despite my desperate attempts to save our marriage. It kills me that she’ll never believe just how much I loved her.

[@shellohween]

My all time favorite of yours. It just speaks to my soul. This version is just as beautiful as the original ♥️To me,you are the songwriter of our generation 🥰

[@gretchendalton7413]

So...today I was feeling a little tender and as I sat down to have some breakfast, I opened up KZbin...and there was Neil and the boys. Boy, I needed that. Thank you, Neil. You and Crowded House have been a constant companion for decades. Thank you for lifting my heart today. Much love to you and your families.

[@edwardkmichael]

"I am not afraid of the dark....but your words devour my heart, put me to shame...." ❤

[@JohnSmith-tj6vz]

Love from England UK 🇬🇧

[@karenboromeo5752]

Thanks aNeil and your boys. Love this song. Thank you for reaching out to your fans that love your music. Love the light shinnibg thru the doorway.💙💙💙

[@amandagraham9929]

Brilliant!!! What a talented family!

[@ChrisB-bi6qc]

That is magic!!!!!!! 3-FINN COOL

[@magicalmoments6332]

So talented

[@sbnqy]

Very underrated singer songwriter, great to hear you still smashing it. From 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@RichardHartley65]

Thanks for these sessions, Neil. It’s so uplifting to hear you playing each day. There’s an immediacy and authenticity to the Fangradio format which makes it very special. Best wishes from sunny England. 😍

[@clareemma5017]

Listening as we are going out of lockdown with my family in the UK x Sll sat in our beautiful English green garden x Cherishing our wonderful freedom from this pandemic x we have all had a astra zenith and all great!! Love you all

[@SirBobMarley1]

One Great export from Aotearoa the Finns whanau to bring the warm of the songs we all have enjoyed of the years they have never aged as if they just come off the press there & then thank you I departed 36 years ago from Chch home is where the heart is.

[@waiouru1962]

I Absolutely LOVE this............ You're a Superstar Neil....

[@ajarndave9660]

Great vocals....bloody 'ell !!

[@ManuelKiss]

God bless the „Finn“! Thank you a lot! Great!

[@TracyN67]

Gorgeous! Fang Rules! 🙌🤘👏👏👏😎🥰♥️

[@nathyatta]

Good to see you put the acoustic away ;)

[@TheOmniBach]

As good as it gets. Cheers Neil and the Finns others...

[@andyjulia]

YES! Been rediscovering Crowded House during the coronavirus in St.Louis.This made my day- Thanks!

[@elaredde1549]

What a songwriter!!

[@bonkeydollocks1879]

Brings back powerful memories

[@kymanbedford-brown1323]

Never get tired of this song, it's the dust from the distance sun

[@franciscoaguilar9999]

Thank you master

[@pdxflint]

Always inspired by Neil and his musical family, and his Crowded housemates. Thanks, guys, for spreading some cheer and love during these times.

[@DavidSmith-ee6df]

Neils songs bring a lump to the throat. Love from Australia.

[@paulbertin140]

Thank you all and stay safe!!

[@p.g.reitsma7245]

Greetings from a long time Canadian fan Neil! You're in fine voice indeed! Your voice is precious to me ❤️. First heard it in 1980 while in high school. Split Enz was a revelation and is still a magical experience of sight and sound. While travelling down under in 1987, I heard a voice I immediately recognized being played in an ice cream shop in Melbourne. Such a lovely clear memory to this day. A Crowded House fan was made that day. Saw you a few times in Vancouver since then, and it was always extremely special. Thank you.

[@edwardsauve4836]

This Canadian is a fan too , keep it coming Neil .

[@dizzylizzysunflower]

Such a beautiful song...

[@shannonharrison3859]

AYYY! Thanks Finn's! Glad to see you are all healthy!

[@simoncardie9371]

I saw Crowded House on UK tour for Together Alone. Still one of my favourite gigs ever. Especially the Polinesian choir on the title track. A real finale.

[@HandsomePenguin]

Go Neil GO!

[@zeratul78]

He's still got it, what a legend.

[@danokane3890]

Fantastic!! Thanks, Neil and Co.

[@SirValeous]

Dear Neil Finn - you are such an inspiration. I only recently discovered your music and my only regret is that I didn't discover it sooner. Thank you so much. Please keep making great music. Cheers.

[@BassByTheBay]

Once you make your way through the Crowded House catalog, make sure you check out Neil's solo work. One Nil is one of my fave albums ever.

[@davidcopson5800]

@@BassByTheBay Tim's done some decent stuff too. Some of it's even close to Neil's work.

[@gearykyle]

Our wedding song...first heard this coming back from the UK in 94 (I think) and we loved it. Great sounds from a very cool musical family. Liam's and Leroy's harmonies sounding just like their uncle!

[@silvinadicamillo]

Thank you, Mr Finn ♥️

[@karlwoolley9092]

This song made me happy in a tough time. I love it. This man’s song writing will stand the test of time. From the bottom of my heart, thank you Mr Finn.

[@grooveitman929]

Top 5 songwriter and singer in history of pop music.

[@lindasoars8512]

Marvellous to hear such authentic renditions of these classic songs - thanks for letting us glimpse your home and lives throughout COVID times it has made a big difference

[@kimberlycitizenenichols5627]

Bog Fan Niel i am so glad to be able to hear you

[@russelnuzum6036]

Thanks Neil Liam and Elroy keep safe everyone

[@jennifertsai4102]

Exceptional as always. Consummate, melodic professional during incredibly hard times in lockdown during the covid19 pandemic. He and his sons have been going full bore to deliver mood enhancers every day to all us house-bound folks around the world. Kudos to them. We are so lucky!