I Owe London
Monique Murphy
ISRC: GXJBN2618777
Monique Murphy is a indie rock artist from Newcastle, now based in London. Raised on DIY songwriting and late-night bedroom demos, she makes emotionally direct music built on confessional storytelling
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- •Monique Murphy is an indie rock artist originally from Newcastle, now based in London, and 'I Owe London' is her stunning debut single.
- •Her music draws inspiration from the raw storytelling of Julia Jacklin and the anthemic sounds of The War on Drugs.
- •'I Owe London' is the lead single from Monique's upcoming EP, 'Sod's Law', which is set for release in spring 2026.
- •Monique has a background in contemporary dance and has organized community-led creative events in Newcastle, showcasing her deep connection to the arts.
- •If you love emotionally raw songwriting with lush guitar-driven instrumentation, this is one for you!
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Her debut single “I Owe London” is taken from her upcoming EP Sod’s Law, due spring 2026. The EP balances raw vulnerability with nostalgic grit.
About Monique Murphy
Monique Murphy is a rising voice in the indie rock scene, hailing from Newcastle, Australia, now based in London. Bedroom poet to performing artist, songwriter and contemporary dancer, Murphy merges confessional storytelling, intricate vocal harmonies and driving guitar riffs. Murphy's debut EP, 'Sod's Law', will debut in spring 2026, resonating with fans of The War on Drugs, The Cranberries and Julia Jacklin. Deeply involved in the Newcastle and Maitland event scenes, Murphy organised community-led, multidisciplinary shows with friends, including Newy West Block Fest, Prickly Pear and Girls Will Be Girls.
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Hailing from Newcastle, Australia and now based in London, Monique Murphy is a rising star in the indie rock scene. Her debut single, 'I Owe London', is an emotionally charged anthem that blends confessional storytelling with driving guitar riffs. Think The War on Drugs meets Julia Jacklin with a nostalgic edge – here's 'I Owe London' by Monique Murphy, from her upcoming EP, 'Sod's Law'.
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With 'I Owe London', Monique Murphy delivers a striking debut single that firmly plants her as a rising name in indie rock. Raised in Newcastle, NSW, Monique developed her musical roots in intimate bedroom recording sessions before embarking on her artistic journey to London. Her unique fusion of confessional lyricism, intricate vocal harmonies, and pulsating guitar riffs creates an evocative soundscape, drawing comparisons to The War on Drugs, Julia Jacklin, and The Cranberries. The track forms the cornerstone of her upcoming debut EP 'Sod's Law', slated for spring 2026, which promises an artful balance between raw vulnerability and sonic grit. With a background in contemporary dance and strong ties to her hometown's arts scene, including collaborations on events like Prickly Pear and Girls Will Be Girls, Monique’s artistry extends beyond music, creating experiences that resonate deeply with her audience. 'I Owe London' is a heartfelt homage to a city that shaped her, wrapped in the warmth of nostalgic yet modern indie rock sounds.
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