During that period the band released three independent albums: People in Grass Houses (1995), Best Laid Plans (1999), and The Universe Conspires (2002).

Murphy's Lore has played most venues in Perth and have toured extensively north and south of the State as well as performing many high-profile gigs around the country.

Regular performances led to Murphy's inclusion on the Kevin Bloody Wilson live in the UK & Ireland 2004 tour.

In 2008, Murphy was invited to do the West Australian leg of an Adam Brand/James Blundell tour as the opening act.

During the latter half of 2010, Murphy and his backing band were selected for the nationwide tour support for Creedence Clearwater Revisited.