Crowded House deny fake claims about Neil Finn in AI video

Crowded House have released an unusual statement after fake claims Neil Finn struggles with erectile dysfunction.

A recently circulated AI-generated video suggests the frontman needs “Something So Strong” to maintain an erection.

Framed like a news broadcast, the clip depicts Finn and TVNZ journalist Simon Dallow discussing the former’s impotence.

“My erections became weaker and weaker until they stopped altogether. No desire, no confidence, no control.”

Finn then promotes a mysterious formula for regaining erections, “without pills, without surgery, and without side effects”.

The three-minute-long clip alleges Finn, 67, has become a father again, which is not true.

He has only two sons, Liam, 41, and Elroy, 35.

Dr Lance O’Sullivan, a former New Zealander of the Year, also appears in the video to deliver a speech about the “pharmaceutical mafia”.

“This might be the most important decision of your life,” the AI-generated O’Sullivan claims.

In a statement to their Facebook page, the band shared the video to humorously deny the claims about Finn’s sexual performance.

“We’re not sure where this came from but please don’t be fooled. Neil’s never had trouble with erections.”

Finn is a founding member of Crowded House, which formed in 1985 after the “split” of Split Enz.

Known for tracks Don’t Dream It’s Over, Fall At Your Feet, and Weather With You, the group have sold more than 15 million albums worldwide.

They will be touring Australia this year but have no current plans for more shows on New Zealand shores.