Paul Newell Hester was an Australian musician and television personality. He was the drummer for the band Split Enz for their last year together from December 1983 to December 1984, and co-founding member and drummer of the band Crowded House.
Hester in a Crowded House photoshoot
Split Enz were a New Zealand band formed in 1972. Regarded as the first New Zealand band to gain significant recognition outside of Australasia, they were initially noted for their progressive/art rock sound, flamboyant visual style and theatrical performances. The band later moved toward a pop/new wave sound that yielded the breakthrough hit single "I Got You" (1980). Split Enz broke up in 1984. Since that time, the band has staged several brief reunions.
Split Enz at Rod Laver Arena, June 2006
Split Enz at the Nambassa festival, New Zealand, January 1979
True Colours Tour, Commodore Ballroom
Grant of $5000 NZD for Split Enz from NZ Arts Council