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Strangers are just friends you haven't met yet.

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Upcoming Events

Murphy and the Giant at the Utah State Fair!
Murphy and the Giant at the Utah State Fair!
Sep 05, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Salt Lake City,
155 1000 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84104, USA

Who is Murphy and the Giant? 

Murphy and the Giant is a high-energy Irish-inspired folk punk band from Salt Lake City. Formed almost a decade ago by frontman Daniel O'Connor, who wanted to create something new while paying homage to his ancestry and to the other amazing bands that came before us, bands like Flogging Molly, Skinny Lister, Young Doubliners, etc.

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As the music evolved, so did the band. On vocals and rhythm guitar is our leading man, Daniel O'Connor. Lead guitar is our Ska-obsessive lord and savior, Jesus Acosta, who also moonlights as the frontman for local band A-typical Heroes. Bass is our nerd enthusiast and family man, Mitch Shephard. Rounding out the Melodic section of our ensemble is Jamie O'Connor, who is not only the best-looking member but is also the most talented. On the Accordion is Michael Lugo, who is a vampire by day and plays accordion by night. Last but certainly not least is our newest part of the family, Josh (and kind of like Prince, or Seal, Josh has no last name... and no... it's not because I forgot what it was and nobody is responding to my texts because it's like midnight right now... he's just too cool for last names), he has brought a level of talent and insight to our music that we have always wanted, and we look forward to hearing what he comes up with next!  

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Down - Murphy and the Giant

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