Peter Murphy

Peter Murphy is an English singer and songwriter, recognized as the vocalist for the post-punk band Bauhaus, and has since established a notable solo career. After co-founding the seminal post-punk band Bauhaus in 1978 with Daniel Ash, Peter Murphy quickly became recognized as a pivotal figure in the goth movement, known for his distinctive baritone voice and theatrical aesthetics. With Bauhaus, Murphy appeared in the 1983 horror film The Hunger, performing their iconic track ‘Bela Lugosi’s Dead’. Following Bauhaus’s disbandment in 1983, he explored acting and dance before forming Dalis Car with Mick Karn in 1984, releasing their sole album, The Waking Hour.

Murphy continued his prolific solo output, releasing the album Ninth in 2011. The Dalis Car project also released the EP InGladAloneness in 2012. In 2013, Murphy launched the Mr Moonlight Tour, a celebrated series of performances commemorating 35 years of Bauhaus. His 2014 album, Lion, reached No.

Consistently exploring diverse musical styles spanning post-punk, gothic rock, world, and ambient music, Murphy has collaborated with numerous notable musicians. His most recent work includes the highly anticipated album Silver Shade, slated for release in 2025, underscoring his ongoing evolution as a creative force.