A BIG BAND, a big sound and nearly an acre of suit fabric.  This is the award-winning, Celtic-Rock Big Band that the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade is warning everyone about. Known for their high-energy performances, this dynamic 19-member ensemble has earned acclaim across the globe.

Murphy’s Pigs will sweep you away into a world of rugged mountains, stormy seas, legendary battles, and heart-wrenching tales of love—all seasoned with a splash of whiskey. Their unpredictable style breathes fresh life into Celtic classics, while their unique renditions of contemporary hits (and some original gems) make for a truly electrifying performance. With witty onstage banter, an insane array of instruments, and booming, robust vocals, Murphy’s Pigs guarantees an evening that will be etched into your memory long after the music fades. From the rousing chorus songs, that even the tone-deaf will belt out, to the infectious jigs, reels, and hornpipes that will coax the uncoordinated onto the dance floor, their show is a whirlwind of emotion.  One moment you’ll be teary-eyed, the next you’ll be raising a glass in jubilant celebration.

Joining Murphy’s Pigs on stage are a troupe of award-winning Celtic dancers from Cape Byron Celtic Dance (from Byron Bay) and Scotia Highland Dancing Academy (Brisbane).  These talented performers bring grace, charm, and energy to the show, making for a perfect blend of song, dance, and mischief.

Murphy’s Pigs have rocked some of the world’s biggest stages, including twice at the world-renowned Festival Interceltique de Lorient in France, and iconic Australian festivals such as the Tamworth Country Music Festival, Woodford Folk Festival, Gympie Music Muster, Savannah in the Round, and the Australian Celtic Festival.  The band has also charmed audiences at the Queensland Performing Arts Complex performing with the Queensland Pops Orchestra.  They’ve received the  People’s Choice Award for ‘Artist of the Year’ at the Australian Folk Music Awards – twice (2025 and 2024), twice won ‘Artist of the Year’ at the Australian Celtic Music Awards, and have been honoured by the Celtic Council of Australia for their promotion of Celtic culture in Australia and abroad.  They have released seven albums, a concert DVD, and are currently in the initial stages of recording an album of original compositions.  Their music enjoys airplay on radio stations in Australia, France, Germany, Canada, and the USA.

If you like singing your heart out, stamping your feet, dancing like a loon or just wallowing in guilt-free revelry, then this is one journey* you will want to take.

*All journeys sold separately.  Batteries not included.

DISCOGRAPHY

Albums
The Very Best Of (2021)
Slainte Mhath (2018)
Live at The Triffid – DVD and CD
recorded live at The Triffid (2017)
Larrikins and Knuckle Boys (2015)
In the Lap of the Hogs (2014)
In the Green (2010)
Craic Me Up (2009)
Live at the Irish Club (2008)

Singles
The Lioness of Brittany (2024)
The Scarborough (2023)
Christmas in Killarney (2020)

PIG TRIVIA
Because practices are a ‘figment of the imagination’, the band has never played any of the songs the same way twice. Ever!