I must admit to getting my back up a bit when the X Factor judges commented several times this year about how their show is the only program that creates artists that end up on the charts. It was such an obvious dig at the contestants on The Voice, and one that I think was completely uncalled for. While they might not be selling singles by the truckloads, in my opinion the stuff I’ve seen from these performers is much more interesting. That idea of choosing performers based solely on their voice rather than their pop package is always bound to get results. I profiled Julian Simonsz’s single recently, and now I can give Miss Murphy’s latest effort a plug.
“Don’t Let Go” is the first single lifted from her new EP Stride. It’s a heartfelt, groovy slice of soul that’s reminded me just how good she is. If it’s done the same for her you catch her playing a free show at the Djerriwarrh Festival in Melton on November 8 before she heads to the Australasian Worldwide Music Expo in Melbourne on November 13.