wendolarules

February 22, 2011
Phoenix, Arizona- Unsigned artist Mike G. Murphy, also known as "wendolarules", has released his first six song demo catalog geared toward the pop and alternative markets, titled Man of Misplaced Destiny. The six songs are: 100 Years or More, Alone Without You, Bermuda Twist, Multiple Listings, Double Dip and New Play Toy. All songs were written by Murphy with Merry Citoli on Double Dip. Joe Rusinek was the Studio Director for the project. The songs were recorded, mixed and mastered at WM Studios in Chandler, Arizona in 2009 and 2010.
Mike G. Murphy just performed to a sold-out crowd as lead singer in a Tribute to the WHO with Dominic Salerno and the Crossing 32nd Street Ensemble on October 16, 2010 at Paradise Valley Community College in Phoenix, Arizona under the direction of Dr’s. Christopher Scinto, Brett Reed and Matt Gould. The show was a huge success!

Mike G. has been writing songs for 35 years. He studied voice at United States International University in San Diego California and has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. Currently, Murphy is working on a post baccalaureate certification in Special Education as he continues to write new music. He has an assortment of tunes created already for different markets waiting to be produced and to be submitted to industry.
Murphy was a lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist for an Arizona original music rock band from 1982-1990. He has performed in front of crowds as small as 10 people to as large as 14,000 from ages 1-100. The last four years Murphy has participated as a lead crew member, in a volunteer capacity for the Phoenix Blues Society http://www.phoenixblues.org/ for the “Blues Blast” event held at Mesa Amphitheatre.
Mike G. Murphy is married 25 years, has three grown children and resides in the Ahwatukee/Foothills community within the city limits of Phoenix, Arizona.

Videos of the Tribute to the WHO can be found at the links below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cy6hek7MF2U 5:15

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWPCxUYPsSs My Generation

Acting video skit: http://www.tenminuteparty.com/skit010204.html?skit=7672584
Mike G. Murphy is now available on CD baby: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/mgmurphy
What People are saying
A local musician, a music fan and a national recording artist wrote of the catalog:
“Thanks for sending that song. (New Play Toy) It’s a great song.” – Hans Olsen Recording Artist
“Stellar. Flawless, powerful vocals and arrangements. Best stuff I’ve heard in a long time. I like the rockin’ new opening tune! It covers a wide range of styles and emotions with great backing instrumentation.” – Rich Brydle guitarist Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns
"It has been happening for a long time and the words in your song “Alone Without You” make the feelings I have go from a negative stand to an up-beat positive sort of dance jam. It’s awesome! I love it. I sing the parts of the songs I know all day." – Mike C. Palmetto, Florida USA
“We love Bermuda Twist! We are dancing to it right now!” Sklal from India listening on JANGO.
The possibility of a promotion group with the artist performing is remote and not realistic do to economics and time restraints by all parties contributing. It cannot be ruled out however and ideas do have merit and get discussed periodically in network of friends and musicians.

"Mike G. Murphy’s Man of Misplaced Destiny is your one-stop shopping destination if you grew up listening to classic rock but have no idea which section of the store it is anymore. Murphy’s a journeyman with one ear to rock’s hallowed past, whether it’s the freedom rock of the anti-war "100 Years or More" or power ballads like the regal "Alone with You" that flexes its muscle without predictable key changes and bland orchestration—Murphy even whistles in perfect pitch, something no one’s been able to do since whoever puckered up on Billy Joel’s “The Stranger.” Plus you have the novelty hit “Double Dip” that proves ice cream can if not add years to your life, adds life to your years. So will this CD. Give it a listen—your smile will be happy you did." -Serene Dominic Music Critic USA