Goodbye

Riverside

The Best Is Yet To Come

Miss You Darling

Can't Sleep

Waterloo

Young Man

I'm Alive

Miss You Darlin **2017 remix

Having been held up in the studio for the early part of 2016, First Year On Earth have reemerged with their sophomore record which is set to be released later this year. The band has been tirelessly working on the final touches of the album with the first single “Fire” to be debuted on May 13th.  

The 4-piece from Austin Texas, defines elements of indie folk to rock Americana and have formed a reputation for their eclectic live shows. Since their formation more than 2 years ago, First Year On Earth have started to find their groove in the live music capital.

















What started as an ambition for front man and Australian native Ryan Murphy, has quickly evolved into a musical journey. While living back in his homeland of Australia Murphy had become witness to the tragic death of a friend whilst on vacation, this having a huge influence on his life and what was to eventuate next. 

Murphy sold what he had and hit the road with nothing but a backpack and a bucket list. He blogged about this experience and has since gained attention across the globe. His story landed him interviews on national morning television programs in Australia and a stack of online buzz. "I still can't believe the impact the blog has had," says Murphy. "It's been great sharing my story."

The top of Ryan's bucket list was to become a recording artist in New York, but after moving there in mid-2012, he found the big city lifestyle didn't suit his nature. He now calls Austin home, and it's here that Murphy met his fellow musicians who would together become First Year On Earth.
Ryan Murphy (acoustic guitar/lead vocals) is joined by Kris Afftlerbaugh (upright bass/vocals), Matthew Read (lead guitar) and Jimmy Milner (drums), to form this collaboration. 
The bands debut self-titled EP was released in June of 2015 to widespread critical acclaim. Taking them on their first US tour through the Midwest, which included an invitation to perform to a sell out crowd at the famed Bluebird Café in Nashville, Tennessee. 

First Year On Earth’s sound spawns from Afftlerbaugh, Read and Milner's backgrounds in Jazz and Country and Murphy's love of organic songwriting. 
Their debut LP was recorded in Churchhouse Studio, Austin TX. With longtime collaborator and engineer Matt Meli. This year the band has hit the ground running with their first single off their much-anticipated full-length album to be released next month followed by the album. 
