Murph (drummer)
Emmett Jefferson Murphy III (born December 21, 1964), professionally credited as both Patrick Murphy and Murph, is best known for being the drummer for the alternative rock band Dinosaur Jr.[1] He was a member of the group from its founding in 1984 through 1993, and since the original lineup reformed in 2005.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Emmett Jefferson "Patrick" Murphy III |
| Born | December 21, 1964 Washington, DC |
| Genres | Alternative rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Drums, synthesizer |
| Years active | 1984–present |
| Labels | Homestead, SST, Blanco y Negro/Sire, Merge, Fat Possum, Atlantic |
| Associated acts | Dinosaur Jr. The Lemonheads |
Musical career
Murphy joined Dinosaur Jr. after being the drummer in the hardcore punk band All White Jury. He would remain in the band until leaving the group in 1993. He joined The Lemonheads in 1995.[1]
In April 2005, Murph returned to Dinosaur Jr. with J Mascis & Lou Barlow, reforming the original line-up.[1] The trio has released four Dinosaur Jr. albums since reforming: the comeback album Beyond in 2007, Farm in 2009, I Bet on Sky in 2012, and most recently Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not in 2016. The band has steadily toured the world since reforming.
Since 2000 he has been the drummer of the Massachusetts space rock band, Architectural Metaphor.[2]
He is the son of E. Jefferson Murphy, a Professor of African Studies at Smith College.[3]
Style
Murph is known for his pounding drumbeats and tight fill techniques.[4]
References
- Erlewine, Stephen Thomas. "Dinosaur Jr. - Music Biography, Credits and Discography". AllMusic. Rovi.
- Allmusic /. "Architectural Metaphor Overview Discography Songs Credits".
- Bevan, David (October 4, 2012). "Dinosaur Jr.: Rediscovering the Gnarl". spin.com. Spin Media.
- Any Dinosaur track, seriously (1984-93, 2005-present)
- Azerrad, Michael. Our Band Could Be Your Life.
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