Tim Finn @ Queen's Hall

I don't mind the cameras, but please, no flashes, pleads Finn Snr, just as the strobe light kicks in. Thankfully this is the only intimation of "diva culture" from one who through his incarnations in Crowded House, Split Enz and various other collaborations with brother Neil - or, indeed, his own solo work - has one hell of a back catalogue. Tim Finn admitted to The Skinny in an earlier chat that this tour band was the best he'd played with. High praise indeed, but not empty hyperbole based on tonight's evidence. They coax the very best out of the NZ institution in what is essentially a greatest hits set. At 55 he shows no sign of slowing up; jaunting around like an artist in his prime. The tunes are timeless and the only giveaway sign of his advancing years is the shock of grey hair atop Finn's head. If latest album Imaginary Kingdom suggested there's plenty more oil in the tank, this gig indicates just how precious that oil is. [Finbarr Bermingham]