The Phoenix Foundation

The Phoenix Foundation
Background information
OriginWellington, New Zealand
GenresPop rock
Years active1997–present
MembersSamuel Flynn Scott
Luke Buda
Conrad Wedde
Tom Callwood
Will Ricketts
Chris O'Connor
Past membersRichie Singleton
Warner Emery
Tim Hansen
Noel Phear
Tui Langford
Websitethephoenixfoundation.co.nz

The Phoenix Foundation are a New Zealand indie rock band formed in Wellington in 1997. The core lineup consists of Samuel Flynn Scott, Luke Buda and Conrad Wedde who each contribute vocals, guitar, and keyboards, and collaborate on songwriting and arrangements. The Phoenix Foundation are known for their expansive sound, genre-blending style, use of homage and work on soundtracks, collaborating with directors such as Taika Waititi.