Unreleased recordings by Divinyls frontwoman discovered after decades

Archivists have uncovered a series of unreleased recordings featuring Chrissy Amphlett, the late frontwoman of Australian rock band Divinyls, collaborating with Tim Finn of Split Enz. The tracks were recorded in 1998 but have remained largely unknown to the public until their recent discovery in a garage setting.

Amphlett, who fronted Divinyls during the band's most commercially successful period in the 1980s, passed away in 2013 at age 53. Finn, a founding member of New Zealand rock group Split Enz and later a successful solo artist, collaborated with Amphlett during a creative period that predated both artists' later work.

The unearthed recordings represent a rare documented collaboration between two influential figures in Australasian rock music. Details regarding the number of tracks, their musical style, and plans for their release remain under consideration as archivists assess the historical significance of the find.

The discovery has reignited interest in Amphlett's extensive catalog and creative partnerships beyond her work with Divinyls, which produced numerous hit singles including "I Touch Myself" and "Science Fiction." Music historians are examining the recordings to determine their place within both artists' broader discographies.