Australian singer-songwriter Pete Murray will bring his Longing album launch tour to Dee Why this October, following the release of his new single Amy.
Background on Pete Murray
Pete Murray has built a decades-long career in Australian music, with more than 1.2 million album sales and three ARIA chart-topping records. His 2003 album Feeler marked his breakthrough, featuring enduring hits such as Better Days, Opportunity and So Beautiful. Over the years, he has earned 17 ARIA Award nominations and continued to tour nationally and internationally.
New Album and Single
Murray has announced his eighth studio album Longing, set for release on 3 October 2025. The record marks his first independent release in over 20 years, returning to a model he last embraced with his debut album The Game in 2001. The new single Amy, which introduces a fresh creative direction, is already available for streaming.
The album features a range of styles, from blues-inspired tracks and stripped-back ballads to upbeat singalong moments. Murray has described the collection as the product of years of revisiting unfinished material, ultimately forming a cohesive body of work.
Dee Why Album Launch
As part of the Longing release, Murray has scheduled three album launch shows in New South Wales. The Dee Why Showroom will host one of these performances on Saturday, 4 October 2025. Other launch shows are set for Brunswick Heads on 3 October and Gosford on 5 October.
Giveaway for Fans
To celebrate the album, Murray launched the “Longing for a Trip to Byron” competition. Fans who pre-order the album by 11:59 a.m. on 4 September 2025 can enter to win flights, accommodation at Elements of Byron, VIP tickets to the Brunswick Heads launch, and a meet-and-greet with Murray and his band.
Community Sentiment
Social media reactions to the announcements have been positive, with fans expressing excitement for the new album, praising the single Amy, and showing enthusiasm for the Byron Bay giveaway.
Looking Ahead
With Amy now available and Longing set for release in October, Murray is preparing to showcase new material alongside fan favourites. The Dee Why concert will form a key part of the celebrations marking his return as an independent artist.
Published 2-Sep-2025
