BLUES-ROOTED. ROAD-TESTED. STILL ROLLING.
Michael “Big Dog” Murphy is a Wisconsin singer-songwriter, storyteller, and veteran performer whose music comes out of blues, roots rock, folk, and a lifetime of stories worth telling.
Performing solo or with his power trio, Michael Murphy & The MOB, Murphy brings original songs, familiar music played his own way, and more than five decades of road-tested experience to clubs, festivals, listening rooms, and stages throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest.
Recognized across Wisconsin for original songwriting and performance
2023–2025 WAMI Nominee
Best Male Vocalist / Blues Artist
Singer-Songwriter Finalist
HEAR MICHAEL MURPHY & THE MOB
Original blues-rock, roots music, and a little controlled mayhem — performed live in Wisconsin and across the Midwest.
UPCOMING LIVE SHOWS!
Michael “Big Dog” Murphy solo and Michael Murphy & The MOB — live throughout Wisconsin.
MICHAEL MURPHY & THE MOB AT CLASSIC'S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
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The boys return to their absolute favorite venue - CLASSIC's!!
MICHAEL MURPHY SOLO AT RUMORS ROADHOUSE BBQ
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Rumors Roadhouse Bar & Gill, N7454 Summit Road, Plymouth, WI
The Big Dog brings his solo show to Rumors! Great live music venue!!
MICHAEL MURPHY & THE MOB AT DEAD RIVER SALOON
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The boys had a ton of fun back in August! Let's do it again!!