Push Push (band)
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 Auckland Rangitoto College students Mikey Havoc, Ken "Kenny" Green, Andy Kane, and Steve Abplanalp formed the band around 1985/86. Silver then joined, followed by Scott Cortese who replaced Green.''A Trillion Shades of Happy'' (1992)
The band released their debut album A Trillion Shades of Happy in 1992. Their first single "Trippin'" was recorded at Airforce Studios, with the drum track done in one take. The song went to #1 in New Zealand. 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 further New Zealand Top 10 hits for the band.Opening for AC/DC (1992)
The band opened for AC/DC at Mount Smart Stadium in 1992. Apparently the band drew straws to see who was going to walk onstage first as there were around 50,000 people in the crowd so they were all pretty nervous. Their set ended prematurely however because a fire started under the stage and Mikey Havoc announced this to the crowd which the promoters didn't like. They also blew up the speaker system so AC/DC weren't able to play as loudly as they normally did.Awards
In 1991 PUSH PUSH was awarded the top band award and best video award for "Trippin" at the RIANZ awards.Announcement (2016)
In February 2016, Steve Abplanalp made a guest appearance on the New Zealand Comedy Gameshow 7 Days, where he made the announcement the band was back together and about to release a new Single and Play a few shows.Discography
Albums
| Year | Title | Details | Peak chart positions |
| Year | Title | Details | NZ |
| 1992 | A Trillion Shades of Happy |
| 3 |
Singles
Awards
| Year | Award | Details | Result |
| 1992 | Best Group | ||
| 1992 | Video of the Year | "Trippin'" Mauger Bros | |
| 1992 | Single of the Year | "Trippin'" | |
| 1992 | Best Male Vocalist | Mikey Havoc |