Push Push (band)
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Push Push are a rock band formed in the 1990s from Auckland, New Zealand. They are best known for their single "Trippin'".
History
Formation and Early Years (1985-86)
Former Rangitoto College students Mikey Havoc (vocals), Ken "Kenny" Green (drummer), Andy Kane (aka Andy Wilson, lead guitar), and Steve Abplanalp (bass) formed the band in Auckland around 1985 or 1986. Silver (guitar) then joined, followed by Scott Cortese (drummer, formerly in the band Whiskey and Lace) who replaced Green.
A Trillion Shades of Happy (1992)
The band released their debut (and only) album A Trillion Shades of Happy in 1992. Their first single "Trippin’" was recorded at Airforce Studios (Auckland), with the drum track being done in one take. The song reached #1 on the New Zealand charts. The bonus track "I Love My Leather Jacket" was recorded at The Lab. Backing vocals on the track 'Dig My World' were provided by Jan Hellriegel. "Song 27" and "What My Baby Likes" were also released from the album, and went on to be further New Zealand Top 10 hits for the band.
Opening for AC/DC (1991)
The band opened for AC/DC at Mount Smart Stadium for the last performance in the Razors Edge World Tour on Nov 16th 1991. Apparently[according to whom?] the band drew straws to see who was going to walk onstage first as there were around 40,000 people in the crowd and they were nervous; Scott Cortese the drummer drew the short straw. Their set ended prematurely, although reasons for this are unclear.
Talk2Me EP (2016-17)
In February 2016, Steve Abplanalp made a guest appearance on the New Zealand Comedy Gameshow 7 Days (New Zealand TV series), where he made the announcement the band was back together and were set to release a new single as well as play a few shows.
In April 2017, the band released the Talk2Me EP, their first release in 24 years, in conjunction with a music video for the title track. The band also announced a three date tour with British rock band The Darkness.
The Truth EP (2025-26)
In December 2025, Push Push released "E.P.B (Clutching at the Sky)", a re-worked version of the A Trillion Shades of Happiness song "Euphoric Plunder in Bliss". This marked the band's first new release in eight years.
On February 6th 2026, the band released a new EP, The Truth.
Awards
In 1991 Push Push was awarded the top band award and best video award for "Trippin" at the RIANZ awards.
Discography
Albums
| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | AUS | ||
| A Trillion Shades of Happy | Released: 1992 Label: Tall Poppy Records/Festival Records Catalogue: C30749 | 3 | 105 |
Singles
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | AUS | |||
| "Trippin'" | 1991 | 1 | 25 | A Trillion Shades of Happy |
| "Song 27" | 7 | 62 | ||
| "What My Baby Likes" | 1992 | 4 | 118 |
Awards
| Year | Award | Details | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Best Group | Won | |
| Video of the Year | "Trippin'" Mauger Bros | Won | |
| Single of the Year | "Trippin'" | Nominated | |
| Best Male Vocalist | Mikey Havoc | Nominated |