Of Irish descent, the Canadian-born Murphy has performed and gigged at over 1,000 shows across North America since first hitting the local Montreal music scene in 1996. He has been requested as the opener for Grammy award winner Adele, April Wine, Grammy winning British Reggae band Steel Pulse, Our Lady Peace, among others. Murphy has appeared at dozens of local and internationally attended festivals including Canada’s premier showcase for best new music, the 2008 North by Northeast conference, as well as the world renowned Festival International de Jazz de Montreal in 2006. Shane is also nominated for a 2009 Lys Award which recognizes the best up and coming blues artists in Quebec.
In Street Money Miracle, Murphy elaborates on familiar themes of urban life, its harsh realities and some of the interesting characters Murphy has met along the way. An innocent provocateur, Shane’s mindful storytelling is evident in tracks like “l’Assomption”, about a boxer who takes a dive, and in the “Year of the Rat”, a play on words which is characteristically Murphy. The album delivers a new 70s twist on Murphy’s signature groove and funk sound.
Ton matériel est vraiment sérieux. C'est du solide! Bravo pour ta prestation à Belle et Bum. Je suis honoré de te compter parmi mes amis musiciens du Québec.
Hi Shane! Thanks for adding me bro! Hey, that's a quite outstanding prestation you did on Belle & Bum...Man, I really dig Deputy's groove! Keep up the great work, I'll be watching for some new stuff!
Great voice and great music!! You're the best thing I've heard in a long time! Don't know if I'll be able to go to the launch at Dagobert, but I will buy the album for sure! Thanks for the invite!
So I randomly found shane murphy on myspace and realized that you're SHANE MURPHY from Kinkora! fondest memory! when my mom and her friends got you with mustard and ketchup while guarding!
Shane, It's my pleasure ... Done in the Dark is absolutly my Fav! Wish You beautiful inspirations to create Your new Music. Best greets from Poland, Daria
I must admet that your music is amazing, i tell you that i have the same sort of influences as you, but the thing that i like a lot is your voice... Keep it going!
Thanks for the request Shane. I caught your performance at the Tremblant Blues Festival this summer and thoroughly enjoyed it. By the way, the drummer and bass guitarist for Robert Cray were standing right behind me that day and they too were impressed with your performance.
I just saw your request and what a surprise when I went on your page!! Wow, what a voice, and you have good grooves too! Think I'm gonna go buy that new CD of yours...
