Murkage Dave in-store performance at Patta Amsterdam
An in-store live performance, Q&A, album signing and community event featuring East London singer-songwriter and cultural custodian Murkage Dave. Following the release of his third album, Brut Thoughts which features collaborations with Cinnaman, Yard Act, Young Fathers and Lauren Auder. Dave also hosts The Outlet, his residency on Refuge Worldwide, where he shares a mix of influences alongside unreleased music from friends and collaborators. The event will highlight his introspective, genre-defying sound that blends pop, indie, and soulful storytelling. Expect an honest exploration of community, urban survival, and personal vulnerability. Free entry and first-come, first-served, so bring yourself and bring your crew.
Dave began making music while studying in Manchester, releasing tracks including 'Hands On Her', which was remixed by Sunship and featured on a DJ EZ compilation. During this period, he also founded the influential weekly club night Monday Murkage, which evolved into Murkage Cartel. After returning to London in 2016, Dave formed HALFBROTHER with producer and singer SCALLY, before releasing his debut EP D.A.V.E. Its standout track, 'Car Bomb', received support from Pharrell Williams and Young Fathers. Around the same time, he partnered with Mike Skinner of The Streets to launch the club night TONGA.
His acclaimed debut album, Murkage Dave Changed My Life, featured Manga Saint Hilare and Jaykae, with productions from Skepta and Star Slinger. The album earned praise for its vulnerability and distinctive sound, leading to shows with The Streets, Peace and Tricky. Following the Keep Up The Bad Work tour, Dave reunited with Manga Saint Hilare for the surprise collaborative project We Need To Look After Us. His second album, The City Needs A Hero, debuted at No. 10 on the UK iTunes Chart and earning further critical acclaim. The campaign was led by the double A-side single 'Please Don't Move To London It's A Trap' / 'Awful Things', featuring Caroline Polachek.
