Michael Sean D'Arcy Murphy (born 4 September 1986) is a New Zealand singer. He was runner-up of New Zealand Idol (NZ Idol) in 2004, behind Ben Lummis, who became his friend over the course of the contest.
After NZ Idol, Michael Murphy had signed to BMG records. Murphy's first single debuted at No. 1 and stayed a while at the top of radio charts. He gained a gold status for No Place to Land, his debut album. He then toured New Zealand, singing to sold-out audiences. With 5star Fallout, Michael toured New Zealand, the U.S. and English pubs. He is now the lead singer of New Zealand Rock Band Written By Wolves.
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5star Fallout
In 2006, Murphy joined his four former Deadset bandmates to form the band 5star Fallout, with him as the lead singer.
Rent
Murphy appeared in the Theatre Company's production of RENT at the civic theatre in Auckland.
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 three years performing the Christmas concerts.
Written by Wolves
In late 2014, Murphy formed his current band, Written By Wolves.
On 8 November 2019, they released their debut album, Secrets. This was later followed by an EP, The Collab Project // Secrets, on 17 September 2021, comprising five reimagined songs from the prior album. These songs feature guest vocals from Kellin Quinn, Sonny Sandoval, Sydney Rae White, Trenton Woodley, and Becks.
Their second album, The Lighthouse, released on 26th Jule 2024.
Discography
With 5star Fallout
Studio Albums
Say Goodnight (2008)
With Written by Wolves
Studio Albums
Secrets (2019)
The Lighthouse (2024)
Compilation Albums
The Archives (2025)
Extended Plays
The Secret Sessions (2016)
To Tell You The Truth / Starlight (2017)
Prologue (2019)
The Collab Project // Secrets (2021)
Altar (2023)
Goddess (2023)
Burn (2023)
The Secret Sessions Volume II (2025)
Singles
Solo career
Albums
Singles