Murph

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Murph
Birth name Emmett Jefferson "Patrick" Murphy III
Genre(s) Alternative rock
Occupation(s) Musician
Instrument(s) Drums
Years active 1984 - Present
Label(s) Homestead, SST, Blanco y Negro/Sire, Merge, Fat Possum, Atlantic
Associated acts Dinosaur Jr
The Lemonheads

Murph (b. Emmett Jefferson "Patrick" Murphy III) is best known for being the drummer for the alternative rock band Dinosaur Jr. He joined the band after being the drummer in the hardcore punk band All White Jury. He is known for his pounding drumbeats and tight fill techniques. He contributed to most Dinosaur Jr albums and left the band to join The Lemonheads. As of April 2005 Murph has returned to Dinosaur Jr With J Mascis & Lou Barlow.

[edit] References

  • Michael Azerrad, Our Band Could Be Your Life