Michael Murphy (singer)
| Michael Murphy | |
|---|---|
| Born | 4 September 1986[1] |
| Origin | Taupo, New Zealand[1] |
| Genres | Pop/Rock |
| Occupation(s) | Singer/Actor |
| Instruments | Singing |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | BMG |
| Associated acts | 5star Fallout, Written By Wolves |
Michael Murphy (born Michael Sean D'Arcy Murphy on 4 September 1986, in Taupo, New Zealand)[1] is a singer and runner-up winner of the 2004 New Zealand Idol (NZ Idol).[2] He was ultimately beaten by Ben Lummis, who became his friend over the course of the contest.
After NZ Idol, Michael Murphy had signed to BMG records.[2] Murphy's first single debuted at No. 1 and stayed a while at the top of radio charts.[2] He gained a gold status for No Place to Land, his debut album. He then toured New Zealand, singing to sold-out audiences.[2] With 5star Fallout, Michael toured New Zealand, the U.S. and English pubs.[2]
Biography
Murphy was persuaded to enter the New Zealand Idol by his mother, Nikki.
5star Fallout
In 2006, Murphy joined his 4 former Deadset bandmates to form the band 5star Fallout,[2] with him as the lead singer. The band released a single, "Seasons", that has been well received by fans. The song won the "ZM deathmatch" seven times in a row. The band broke up a few years later.
Rent
Murphy appeared in the Theatre Company's production of RENT at the civic theatre in Auckland.[3]
Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park
Murphy performed in the 2010 Christmas in the Park concert in Christchurch on 27 November and in Auckland on 11 December 2010, as one of 3 years performing the Christmas concerts.[2] He performed "Rock'n'roll Christmas", "Livin' on a Prayer", and "Why Does Love Do This To Me" during these events.
Discography
Albums
| Date of Release | Title | Label | Charted | Country | Catalog Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Homegrown with the NZ Idol 2004 finalists |
#3 (Gold) | New Zealand | ||
| 2004 | No Place to Land | BMG New Zealand | #22 (Gold) | New Zealand | |
| 2007 | Say Goodnight | Charta Records Limited | New Zealand | ||
Singles
| Year | Single | Album | Charted | Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | "Yesterday Was Just The Beginning of My Life" with the finalists of NZ Idol. |
Homegrown | #4 (NZ) | Gold (NZ) |
| 2004 | "So Damn Beautiful" | No Place to Land | #1 (NZ) | Gold |
| 2005 | "Music Without A Song" | No Place to Land | Did Not Chart | - |
| 2005 | "How Good Does It Feel?" | No Place to Land | Did Not Chart | - |
Notes
- For the rest of Murphy's albums and singles in his group, see 5star Fallout.
Songs performed on NZ Idol
- Auditions: Don't Dream It's Over by Crowded House
- Heats: Drive by Incubus
- Contestants' Choice: Here Without You by 3 Doors Down
- Homegrown: Better Be Home Soon by Crowded House
- Disco: Play That Funky Music by Wild Cherry
- Ballad: Tears In Heaven by Eric Clapton
- British Invasion: Let Me Entertain You by Robbie Williams
- Soul: (Sittin' On The) Dock of the Bay by Otis Redding
- Rock: Rock and Roll by Led Zeppelin and Wherever You Will Go by The Calling
- 80s: Should I Stay or Should I Go? by The Clash and Angel of Harlem by U2
- Finals: Can't Take That Away (The NZ Idol Single) and One by U2
References
External links
- IdolBlog - for upcoming Michael appearances, news and photos
- [2012 Blanket Man tribute song created by Leon Mitchell, sung by Michael Murphy, recorded and released by ZM radio https://web.archive.org/web/20120122091733/http://www.zmonline.com/player/ondemand/blanketman-song]
- Ben Hana