Christopher Mark Murphy
Biography
Christopher Mark Murphy (9 November 1954 – 16 January 2021) was an Australian music and multimedia entrepreneur. He was the band manager for INXS (late 1979 to June 1995, December 2008 to November 2012) and Models (from late 1984 to mid-1987). He died on 16 January 2021, aged 66, after being diagnosed with mantle cell lymphoma. He was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia posthumously in the 2024 Australia Day Honours for "service to the performing arts through music"
Known For & Full Filmography6 Titles
Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • as Self (voice)
Michael Hutchence was flying high as the lead singer of the legendary rock band INXS until his untimely death in 1997. Richard Lowenstein’s documentary examines Hutchence’s deeply felt life through his many loves and demons.
Movie - 2005, 2h 15m • as Self
Charismatic, enigmatic, Michael Hutchence was the personification of the classic rock and roll star and, seemingly, had it all. His untimely death in 1997 robbed the world of a unique and fragile talent. 'The Loved One' traces Hutchence and INXS' rise from obscure Sydney bar rooms and clubs to stadiums all over the world. Featuring interviews with many of Hutchence's close friends and contemporaries, the film sensitively investigates the pressures and demons that spurred his success and ultimately led to his spiral into depression and eventual death. Featuring stunning footage of Michael performing on the stages of the world, 'The Loved One' is a poignant and ultimately uplifting tribute to both the singer and the band
Movie - 2006, 2h 15m • as Self
In this short documentary-style video, we embark with CM Murphy, music pioneer and former manager of INXS on his journey to discovering music all around the world leading into the digital age.
Movie - 2007, 2h 15m • as Self
This is a story about music you were never meant to hear - for years I had wondered what has happened to the sons and daughters of the great Cuban musicians and singers. Then in 2002, I was approached by an Australian musician who asked if I was interested in new Cuban music.. he told me to go over the world map that hangs in my office and have a look at Cuba. Down the bottom, you will see a little town, Santiago de Cuba That's where it happens.
Movie - 1987, 2h 15m • as Self
Australian Made: The Movie is a 1987 live concert film of the Australian Made tour from December 1986 to January 1987. The tour featured internationally performing Australian acts, INXS, Divinyls, Models, The Triffids, The Saints, I'm Talking, and Jimmy Barnes. Concert segments were linked by Troy Davies interviewing audience members and musicians.
Movie - 1989, 2h 15m • as Self
In Search of Excellence is a 1989 music documentary that chronicles the rise of the Australian rock band INXS, featuring rare interviews, live performances, and music videos