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Nicholas James Murphy (born 23 June 1988), known professionally as Chet Faker, is an Australian singer and songwriter. In 2012, as Chet Faker, he issued an extended play, Thinking in Textures, and signed to Downtown Records in the United States.[1][2] In October 2012, he won Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Thinking in Textures won Best Independent Single/EP at the Australian Independent Records Awards.[3] In January 2013, Work won Best Independent Release at the Rolling Stone Australia Awards for 2012.[4]
Murphy's cover of Blackstreet's "No Diggity" was featured in a 2013 Super Bowl commercial for Beck's Sapphire.[5] In April 2014, Built on Glass, his debut studio album, was released to generally positive reviews and debuted at number one on the Australian ARIA Charts.[6][7] Three tracks from the album were voted into the top ten of Triple J's Hottest 100 of 2014, including the number one spot for "Talk Is Cheap".[8]
In September 2016, Murphy dropped the Chet Faker name to start performing and releasing material under his birth name, beginning with the release of a pair of singles later that year, and the Missing Link extended play in 2017.[9] Murphy's second studio album – the first under his birth name – Run Fast Sleep Naked was released in April 2019.[10] This was followed up by a surprise instrumental album, Music for Silence, in March 2020, initially released via the Calm meditation app.[11]
In October 2020, four years after dropping the moniker, Murphy revived the Chet Faker name for the release of a new single, "Low".[12]
Early life
[edit]Murphy grew up in Melbourne and attended St Kevin’s College alongside fellow singer Vance Joy, who he sang in a school choir with.[13] Growing up he was also a talented runner, captaining his school’s Cross country team and being deputy captain of athletics.[14] His parents separated when he was young which saw him regularly moving houses. He lived in a number of different Melbourne suburbs growing up which included Glen Iris, Ivanhoe, Burnley and Hawthorn.[15]
Career
[edit]Early career
[edit]Murphy played under his stage name after people came to his shows thinking he was a different and already established musician, Nick Murphy. He settled on the name as a homage to Chet Baker: "I listened to a lot of jazz and I was a big fan of ... the way he sang, when he moved into mainstream singing. He had this really fragile vocal style—this really, broken, close-up and intimate style. The name is kind of just an ode to Chet Baker and the mood of music he used to play—something I would like to at least pay homage to in my own music."[16] Other influences he has cited include Bob Dylan, as well as his mother's Motown albums and his father's "chilled out Ibiza CDs".[16][17]
Thinking in Textures and collaborations (2011–13)
[edit]He first rose to prominence after his cover of Blackstreet's "No Diggity" went viral online, reaching number one on the Hypemachine chart in May 2011.[16] He released his first extended play, Thinking in Textures, on 22 March 2012 to positive reviews, being described as "wonderfully loungey" and praised for its ability to "mix subtlety with impressive beauty".[18] The EP was also popular with fans, with its second single, "I'm into You", landing at number 24 on Triple J's Hottest 100 of 2012.[19]
Murphy has collaborated with Flume and remixes of songs by MS MR and The Temper Trap. He was a featured vocalist on Say Lou Lou's "Fool of Me", which was named Best New Track by Pitchfork in May 2013.[20]
Lockjaw EP and Built on Glass (2013–15)
[edit]
On 12 August 2013, Murphy released a new single, "Melt", featuring American vocalist Kilo Kish.[21] In November 2013 Flume and Murphy released an EP, titled Lockjaw. Murphy released his debut studio album, Built on Glass, on 11 April 2014.[22] The album's full release was preceded by its lead single, "Talk Is Cheap", and an accompanying music video on 11 February 2014.[23] The album debuted at number one on the ARIA Charts.[7]
Murphy performed at the Boston Calling Music Festival in May 2015.[24] Later that month, "Talk Is Cheap" was named the number-one song in the 2014 Triple J Hottest 100, while two other singles, "Gold" and "1998", also reached the top ten, placing at number 7 and 8, respectively.[25] In June, Murphy released a new single, "Bend", a previously unreleased track intended for Built on Glass.[26] It was promoted by his Australian Built on Live tour in October.[27]
Murphy released a new EP, Work, a collaboration with London-based DJ Marcus Marr on 4 December 2015.[28]
Nick Murphy (2016–2019)
[edit]On 8 September 2016, the artist wrote on his Facebook page, "It's been half a decade since I started releasing music as Chet Faker and all of you have been the driving force behind the music since. There's an evolution happening and I wanted to let you know where it's going. The next record will be under my own name, Nick Murphy. Chet Faker will always be a part of the music. This is next."[29][30][31]
Chet Faker revival (2020-present)
[edit]In October 2020, Murphy revived the Chet Faker social media accounts and released "Low", his first single under the Chet Faker moniker since 2016. This marked his first release through BMG Australia & New Zealand, with whom he had recently signed a record deal.[32]
In October 2025, Faker announced A Love For Strangers will be released in February 2026.[33]
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS [7] |
AUS Dance [34] |
AUS Indie [35] |
BEL (FL) [36] |
FRA [37] |
NL [38] |
NZ [39] |
SWI [40] |
UK [41] |
US [42] | |||
| as Chet Faker | ||||||||||||
| Built on Glass |
|
1 | 1 | 1 | 31 | 76 | 51 | 6 | 49 | 87 | 158 | |
| as Nick Murphy | ||||||||||||
| Run Fast Sleep Naked |
|
—[A] | — | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Music for Silence |
|
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| as Chet Faker | ||||||||||||
| Hotel Surrender |
|
19 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| as Nick Murphy & the Program | ||||||||||||
| Take in the Roses |
|
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| as Chet Faker | ||||||||||||
| A Love for Strangers |
|
TBA | ||||||||||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released. | ||||||||||||
Live albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUS [7] |
AUS Indie [35] | ||
| Live Sessions |
|
— | — |
| 18 Dec 2013 – Good Danny's Austin, TX |
|
— | — |
| iTunes Session |
|
18 | 2 |
Extended plays
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS [7] |
AUS Indie [35] |
US Dance |
US Heat | |||
| as Chet Faker | ||||||
| Thinking in Textures |
|
38 | 4 | — | — | |
| Lockjaw EP (with Flume) |
|
— | — | — | — |
|
| Work (with Marcus Marr) |
|
42 | — | 9[55] | 23[56] | |
| as Nick Murphy | ||||||
| Missing Link |
|
— | 5[58] | 21[59] | — | |
| Cassette #1 (425 Made) |
|
— | — | — | — | |
| Cassette #2 (350 Made) |
|
— | — | — | — | |
| Cassette #3 |
|
— | — | — | — | |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | ||||||
Singles
[edit]As lead artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS [60] |
AUS Dance [61] |
AUS Indie [58] |
BEL (FL) Tip [36] |
CAN Rock [62] |
FRA [63] |
NZ [64] |
US Alt. [65] |
US AAA [66] |
US Dance [67] | ||||
| as Chet Faker | |||||||||||||
| "Terms and Conditions" | 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Thinking in Textures | |
| "I'm into You" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Love and Feeling" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Drop the Game" (with Flume) |
2013 | — | — | — | — | — | 125 | — | — | — | — | Lockjaw EP | |
| "Talk Is Cheap" | 2014 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 53 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Built on Glass | |
| "1998" | 55 | 16 | 6 | 71 | — | 95 | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Gold" | 40 | 5 | 5 | 51 | 17 | — | — | 32 | — | — | |||
| "Bend" | 2015 | 48 | 11 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album singles | |
| "1998" (featuring Banks) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 31 |
| ||
| "The Trouble with Us" (with Marcus Marr) |
8 | 1 | 1 | 9 | — | — | 31 | — | — | 47 | Work | ||
| as Nick Murphy | |||||||||||||
| "Fear Less" | 2016 | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album singles | |
| "Stop Me (Stop You)" | 92 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Medication" | 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| "(Lover) You Don't Treat Me No Good" (Triple J Like a Version)[74] |
2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| "Sanity" | 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | —[B] | — | — | — | Run Fast Sleep Naked | |
| "Dangerous"[76] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Goodnight" | 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album singles | |
| "Introvertts Paradise" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| as Chet Faker | |||||||||||||
| "Low"[77] | 2020 | — | — | 7 | — | 18 | — | — | — | 8 | 47 | Hotel Surrender | |
| "Get High"[78] | 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | —[C] | — | — | — | ||
| "Whatever Tomorrow"[80] | — | — | — | — | — | — | —[D] | — | — | — | |||
| "Feel Good"[82] | — | — | — | — | — | — | —[E] | — | — | — | |||
| "It's Not You"[84] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| as Nick Murphy and the Program | |||||||||||||
| "Old Dog"[85] | 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Take in the Roses | |
| as Chet Faker | |||||||||||||
| "It Could Be Nice"[86] | 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | TBA | |
| "Something Like This"[87] | 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| "I Wanna Try Something New"[88] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Far Side of the Moon"[89] | 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | A Love For Strangers | |
| "Inefficient Love"[90] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "This Time for Real"[33] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 13 | — | |||
| "Can You Swim?"[91] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Over You"[92] | 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | —[F] | — | — | — | ||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||||||||
Notes
- ^ Run Fast Sleep Naked did not enter the ARIA Albums Chart, but peaked at number 12 on the ARIA Digital Album Chart.[46]
- ^ "Sanity" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 36 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[75]
- ^ "Get High" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 12 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[79]
- ^ "Whatever Tomorrow" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 26 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[81]
- ^ "Feel Good" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 25 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[83]
- ^ "Over You" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 38 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[93]
As featured artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS [60] |
BEL (FL) tip [36] | |||||
| "Kill the Doubt"[94] (The Cactus Channel featuring Chet Faker) |
2015 | — | 53 | Non-album single | ||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | ||||||
Promotional singles
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS [60] |
AUS Indie [58] | |||
| "Melt" (featuring Kilo Kish) |
2013 | 60 | 4 | Built on Glass |
Other charted and certified songs
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS [95] |
AUS Dance [96] | |||||
| "No Diggity" | 2012 | — | — |
|
Thinking in Textures | |
| "Left Alone" (Flume featuring Chet Faker) |
— | — |
|
Flume | ||
| "This Song Is Not About a Girl" (Flume and Chet Faker) |
2013 | 52 | 12 | Lockjaw EP | ||
| "What About Us" (Flume and Chet Faker) |
53 | 13 | ||||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | ||||||
Other appearances
[edit]| Title | Year | Album | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Mahal" (Ta-ku featuring Chet Faker) | 2011 | LATENYC | |
| "Fear Like You" (Chet Faker and The Royal Swazi Spa) | 2012 | The Key of Sea – Volume 2 | |
| "Moon Plain" (The Coober Pedy University Band featuring Chet Faker) | 2013 | Moon Plain | |
| "Fool of Me" (Say Lou Lou featuring Chet Faker) | Julian | ||
| "Rock On" (Nkechi Anele and Chet Faker; David Essex cover) | Non-album single | ||
| "Try It Over" (Yujen) | No Aware | Vocals | |
| "On You" (Chet Faker and GoldLink)[97] | 2014 | Non-album single | |
| "No Reason" (Bonobo and Nick Murphy) | 2017 | Migration | |
| "I Need" (KING SOL featuring Chet Faker) | Winter Thoughts EP | ||
| "Basic Needs" (Heathered Pearls featuring Nick Murphy) | 2020 | Non-album single |
Production
[edit]| Title | Year | Artist | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Don't Regret Me" | 2012 | Rainy Milo | Limey |
| "Deal Me Briefly" | 2013 | This Thing of Ours |
Remixes
[edit]| Title | Year | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| "So Sorry" | 2011 | Geoffrey O'Connor |
| "North"[98] | Phoenix | |
| "Nude"[99] | Radiohead | |
| "Trembling Hands" | 2012 | The Temper Trap |
| "Dark Doo Wop"[100] | MS MR | |
| "Pretty Girls" | 2015 | Little Dragon |
| "1998" (Nick Murphy Remix) | Chet Faker | |
| "Remains (Vocal Dub)" | Shlohmo | |
| "Story" | 2020 | ame_no_parade |
Music videos
[edit]As lead artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| "Terms and Conditions" | 2011 | Isabella Giovinazzo[101] |
| "I'm into You" | 2012 | Josh Mckie[102] |
| "Drop the Game" (Flume and Chet Faker) |
2013 | Lorin Askill[103] |
| "Talk Is Cheap" | 2014 | Toby and Pete[104] |
| "1998" | Domenico Bartolo[105] | |
| "Gold" | Hiro Murai[106] | |
| "The Trouble with Us" (Marcus Marr and Chet Faker) |
2015 | Kinopravda[107] |
| "Feel Good" | 2021 |
As featured artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| "Left Alone" (Flume featuring Chet Faker) |
2013 | Rhett Wade-Ferrell[108] |
| "No reason" (Bonobo feat. Nick Murphy) |
2017 | Oscar Hudson[109] |
Awards and nominations
[edit]A2IM Libera Awards
[edit]| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Chet Faker | Breakthrough Artist of the Year | Nominated | [110] |
AIR Awards
[edit]The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Chet Faker | Best Independent Artist | Nominated | [111] |
| Breakthrough Independent Artist | Won | |||
| Thinking in Textures | Best Independent Single/EP | Won | ||
| Best Independent Dance/Electronica Album | Nominated | |||
| "Terms and Conditions" | Best Independent Dance/Electronica Single | Nominated | ||
| 2014 | Chet Faker | Best Independent Artist | Nominated | [112] |
| Built on Glass | Best Independent Album | Nominated | ||
| Best Independent Dance/Electronica Album | Nominated | |||
| 2015 | Chet Faker | Best Independent Artist | Nominated | [113] |
| 2017 | "Stop Me (Stop You)" | Best Independent Dance/Electronic Club Song or EP | Won | [114] |
APRA Awards (Australia)
[edit]The APRA Awards are presented annually from 1982 by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society (AMCOS).[115]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | "Drop the Game" (with Flume) | Song of the Year | Shortlisted | [116] |
| 2015 | "1998" (Chet Faker) | Song of the Year | Shortlisted | [117] |
| "Gold" (Chet Faker) | Shortlisted | |||
| "Talk Is Cheap" (Chet Faker) | Shortlisted | |||
| Chet Faker | Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year | Nominated | [118] | |
| "Drop the Game" (with Flume) | Dance Work of the Year | Nominated | [119] | |
| 2017 | "The Trouble With Us" (with Marcus Marr) | Dance Work of the Year | Nominated | [120] |
| Most Played Australian Work | Nominated | [120] |
ARIA Awards
[edit]Chet Faker received nine nominations at the ARIA Music Awards of 2014,[121][122]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Built on Glass | Album of the Year | Nominated |
| Best Male Artist | Won | ||
| Breakthrough Artist | Nominated | ||
| Best Independent Release | Won | ||
| Engineer of the Year (Engineer: Eric J Dubowsky) | Won | ||
| Producer of the Year (Producer: Nicholas Murphy) | Won | ||
| Best Cover Art (Art Director: Tin and Ed) | Won | ||
| "Talk Is Cheap" | Best Video (Video Director: Toby and Pete) | Nominated | |
| "Drop the Game" (with Flume) | Best Dance Release | Nominated | |
| 2016 | "The Trouble With Us (with Marcus Marr)" | Song of the Year | Nominated |
Australian Music Prize
[edit]The Australian Music Prize (the AMP) is an annual award of $30,000 given to an Australian band or solo artist in recognition of the merit of an album released during the year of award. The AMP was established in 2005.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014[123] | Built on Glass | Australian Music Prize | Nominated |
EG Awards / Music Victoria Awards
[edit]The EG Awards (known as Music Victoria Awards since 2013) are an annual awards night celebrating Victorian music. They commenced in 2006.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012[124][125] | "No Diggity" | Best Song | Nominated |
| Chet Faker | Best Male | Nominated | |
| Chet Faker | Best New Talent | Nominated | |
| Chet Faker | Outstanding Achievement By a Victorian Artist | Nominated | |
| 2014[126][127] | Chet Faker | Best Male | Nominated |
| Chet Faker | Best Electronic Act | Won |
J Award
[edit]The J Awards are an annual series of Australian music awards that were established by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's youth-focused radio station Triple J. The J Awards were established in 2005.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014[128] | "Talk Is Cheap" | Australian Video of the Year | Nominated |
Helpmann Awards
[edit]The Helpmann Awards is an awards show, celebrating live entertainment and performing arts in Australia, presented by industry group Live Performance Australia since 2001.[129] Note: 2020 and 2021 were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Chet Faker – National Tour 2015 | Best Australian Contemporary Concert | Won | [130] |
MTV Video Music Awards
[edit]| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | "Gold" | Best Choreography (Choreographer: Ryan Heffington) | Nominated | [131] |
Rolling Stone Australia Awards
[edit]The Rolling Stone Australia Awards are awarded annually in January or February by the Australian edition of Rolling Stone magazine for outstanding contributions to popular culture in the previous year.[132]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Thinking in Textures | Best Independent Release | Won | [4] |
| 2021 | "Low" | Best Single | Nominated | [133] |
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Background
Early life
Nicholas James Murphy, known professionally as Chet Faker, was born on 23 June 1988 in Melbourne, Australia. He grew up primarily in Bendigo after his parents divorced when he was two years old, living with his mother while visiting his father in Melbourne. His father struggled with heavy drinking during Murphy's childhood but has been sober for over 15 years. As the older of two brothers, Murphy shares a close yet tumultuous bond with his younger sibling Oscar, a clinical neuropsychologist; the brothers frequently fought as children, once even putting holes in walls during their arguments, though these experiences helped foster Oscar's confidence.[7][8] Murphy's early years were marked by a mix of stability and challenges, including time spent in both Bendigo and Melbourne. He attended a private school in Bendigo, where he excelled as a sporting champion and natural leader among his peers. The family dynamics, particularly the impact of his parents' separation and his father's alcoholism, contributed to a formative environment that emphasized resilience; Murphy and Oscar witnessed their father's eventual sobriety, which served as a positive influence. Despite these hardships, childhood adventures like bike rides around Bendigo at age six with his brother provided lighter moments in their upbringing.[9][7] From a young age, Murphy showed an interest in music, though it was not initially viewed as a viable pursuit by his family. At 15, he began formal piano lessons and taught himself guitar, channeling his addictive personality—previously directed toward computer games—into electronic music production using early versions of Ableton software. He later studied audio engineering at university, blending self-taught skills with acoustic and digital elements to explore soul-influenced sounds. These early, informal explorations laid the groundwork for his creative development before pursuing music professionally.[10][11]Stage name and artistic beginnings
Nicholas James Murphy adopted the stage name Chet Faker in the early 2010s to distinguish himself from another Australian musician sharing his real name, drawing inspiration from jazz trumpeter Chet Baker's confident yet understated vocal style.[12][13] Murphy's artistic beginnings were rooted in self-taught music production, beginning around age 15 when he took piano lessons, learned guitar independently, and experimented with beat-making using Ableton software.[10] Immersed in Melbourne's tight-knit local music scene, he explored electronic and soul elements, blending them into personal projects before any formal releases.[14] This period of experimentation laid the foundation for his hybrid sound, influenced by soul's gritty passion, electronic's trance-like qualities from techno and house, and indie's hazy introspection.[10][15] A pivotal early moment came in 2011 when Murphy, recording late at night in his home studio, produced a downtempo cover of Blackstreet's "No Diggity" in a single session, layering a custom beat with Wurlitzer and soft vocals to avoid disturbing neighbors.[16] Uploaded spontaneously, the track quickly gained online traction through music blogs, marking his first taste of broader attention and highlighting his affinity for reinterpreting soul classics through an electronic lens.[12]Career
Early career and initial releases (2008–10)
In the late 2000s, Nicholas Murphy, later known as Chet Faker, began his musical journey in Melbourne's vibrant indie and electronic scenes as a self-taught producer and multi-instrumentalist. Starting around age 16, he experimented with beat-making using software like Sony's ACID Pro and Ableton Live, initially treating music as a hobby while studying audio engineering. By 2008, he was actively involved in local projects, including the alt-rock band Sunday Kicks, where he contributed to songwriting and performances in small venues.[17] Murphy also formed the electronic duo The Knicks around 2009, blending dance and experimental sounds that reflected Melbourne's burgeoning underground electronic community. The duo uploaded tracks to platforms like triple j Unearthed, gaining modest local attention through online shares and informal gigs, though without formal commercial releases. Under the pseudonym Atlas Murphy, he produced folk-inspired recordings emphasizing raw, single-take human performances, sharing them informally among peers to build early connections in the indie circuit.[17][18] These formative years featured limited output, primarily self-released demos and beats circulated digitally or at house parties, fostering a small buzz within Melbourne's creative circles. This period laid the groundwork for his shift to the Chet Faker moniker in 2010, prompted by confusion with another local artist named Nick Murphy, as he sought a distinct identity amid the city's competitive music landscape.[11][19]Thinking in Textures and collaborations (2011–13)
In 2012, Chet Faker released his debut EP, Thinking in Textures, through the independent label Opulent Records. The seven-track project showcased his blend of electronic soul and falsetto vocals, with standout cuts like the brooding original "I'm Into You" and a minimalist cover of Blackstreet's 1996 hit "No Diggity," which reimagined the R&B classic with sparse beats and intimate production. The EP's release marked a pivotal moment, earning critical praise for its atmospheric depth and helping to solidify Faker's presence in Australia's indie electronic scene.[20][21] The EP propelled Faker into early live performances across Australia, where he honed his stage presence through intimate club shows and festival slots. Notable appearances included a set at Splendour in the Grass in Byron Bay in July 2012, as well as performances at Laneway Festival in early 2013, drawing crowds with his live looping techniques and emotive delivery. These outings, often featuring tracks from Thinking in Textures, contributed to sold-out headline tours in major cities like Melbourne and Sydney, building a dedicated domestic following.[22][23][24] During this period, Faker's collaborations with producer Flume elevated his profile, beginning with vocals on "Left Alone" from Flume's self-titled debut album in November 2012, a track that fused glitchy electronics with Faker's soulful croon. The partnership continued into 2013 with the co-written single "Drop the Game," a future bass-leaning effort that highlighted their chemistry and introduced Faker to broader electronic audiences. Released via Future Classic, the track's hazy synths and introspective lyrics exemplified their shared interest in textured soundscapes.[25][26] Faker's rising acclaim extended internationally, fueled by blog coverage of "No Diggity" and remixes of his material by producers like Ta-ku, whose 2013 rework of "Left Alone" amplified its reach in global electronic circles. This buzz led to his debut overseas performances, including at the UK's Great Escape Festival in May 2012, where he debuted tracks from the EP to enthusiastic responses from industry tastemakers. Such exposure positioned Faker as an emerging voice in electronic soul, bridging Australian underground scenes with worldwide interest.[27][28][29]Lockjaw EP and Built on Glass (2013–15)
In 2013, Chet Faker collaborated with Australian electronic producer Flume on the EP Lockjaw, released on November 22 via Future Classic. The three-track release featured the single "Drop the Game," which showcased Faker's soulful vocals over Flume's atmospheric production and helped propel both artists into wider recognition within the electronic music scene.[30][31] Faker's breakthrough came with his debut studio album Built on Glass, released on April 11, 2014, also through Future Classic. The album blended indie electronica, soul, and falsetto-driven melodies across tracks like "Talk Is Cheap," "Gold," and "1998," earning praise for its introspective lyricism and polished sound design. It debuted at number one on the ARIA Albums Chart and achieved year-end rankings of number 12 in 2014 and number 43 in 2015, with over 35,000 units sold in Australia that year alone.[32][33] The success of Built on Glass fueled extensive touring, including sold-out Australian runs in 2014–15 with multiple nights at venues like the Palais Theatre in Melbourne and Hordern Pavilion in Sydney, as well as international dates across North America, Europe, and festivals such as Coachella in 2015. Media outlets lauded the album, with Metacritic aggregating a score of 75/100 based on positive reviews highlighting its emotional depth and genre fusion. At the 2014 ARIA Awards, Faker received nine nominations for Built on Glass, winning Best Male Artist, Best Independent Release, and Producer of the Year (with the album's engineer Eric J. Dubowsky winning Engineer of the Year); the album also secured the J Award for Australian Album of the Year.[34][35][36][37] Closing the period, Faker teamed up with English DJ Marcus Marr for the EP Work, released on December 4, 2015, via his own Detail Records imprint. The four-track project included the single "The Trouble with Us," a disco-inflected track that explored relational tensions and marked a stylistic pivot toward upbeat grooves.[38][39]Transition to Nick Murphy (2016–19)
In September 2016, following the commercial success of his 2014 album Built on Glass, Nick Murphy announced his decision to retire the Chet Faker moniker and begin releasing music under his birth name to achieve greater personal authenticity and ownership over his evolving artistry.[40] He explained that the stage name had initially allowed creative freedom but grew limiting as his career expanded, shifting his focus from personal expression to external expectations associated with the persona.[41] This transition marked a deliberate step toward introspection, enabling Murphy to explore his music more directly without the filter of an alias.[42] Under the name Nick Murphy, he debuted with the single "Fear Less" in July 2016, followed by "Stop Me (Stop You)" in November, both showcasing a shift toward more experimental electronic and soul-infused sounds co-produced with collaborators like Dave Harrington.[43] In March 2017, he released the Missing Link EP, a five-track project featuring production from KAYTRANADA and themes of emotional vulnerability, which further distanced his work from the Chet Faker era's polished aesthetic.[44] Having relocated to New York City in early 2015 amid the touring demands of Built on Glass, Murphy found the city's intense, confrontational environment instrumental in fostering creative renewal during this period.[45] The urban energy challenged him to confront new ideas and adapt to solitude, influencing a more introspective songwriting process that emphasized personal growth over commercial output.[46] This phase saw limited releases, with Murphy prioritizing experimentation and self-reflection, culminating in the full-length album Run Fast Sleep Naked in April 2019, which blended soul, indie pop, and electronic elements to reflect his matured perspective.[47]Revival as Chet Faker (2020–present)
In October 2020, Nick Murphy revived his Chet Faker moniker after a five-year hiatus, releasing the single "Low" as the project's first new material since 2015.[48] This marked a return to the alias he had retired in 2016 to focus on releases under his real name, signaling a creative re-engagement with the soulful electronic sound that defined his earlier work.[49] The track's animated music video and brooding atmosphere set the tone for upcoming projects, with Murphy describing the revival as an organic evolution rather than a complete restart.[50] Building on this momentum, Chet Faker announced his second studio album, Hotel Surrender, in April 2021, with the lead single "Whatever Tomorrow" introducing its hazy, introspective vibe.[51] Self-produced and written entirely by Murphy, the 10-track LP was released on July 16, 2021, via his Detail Records imprint in partnership with BMG, blending swaggering basslines and electrifying melodies reminiscent of his debut era.[52] Follow-up singles from the album included "Feel Good" in June 2021, which captured a laid-back, euphoric energy with its smooth vocals and minimalistic production.[53] In 2024, to mark the 10th anniversary of his breakthrough album Built on Glass, Chet Faker released an expanded edition featuring remixes, rarities, and live recordings from an early era performance, available on November 15 via Future Classic.[54] This celebration extended into 2025 with an exclusive one-night-only encore performance at the Sydney Opera House's Forecourt on December 2, featuring special guest Mallrat and focusing on the original album's tracks in an intimate outdoor setting.[55] Recent live activity has included festival appearances, such as the upcoming slot at Meredith Music Festival on December 5, 2025, where he performed a mix of classics and newer material amid Australia's summer festival circuit.[56] Chet Faker furthered this resurgence in October 2025 by announcing his third album, A Love for Strangers, slated for release on February 13, 2026, via BMG, described as a reinvention incorporating lush saxes, breakbeats, and themes of heartbreak and hope.[5] The announcement coincided with the lead single "This Time for Real" on October 23, following earlier previews like "Far Side of the Moon" in July 2025 and "Inefficient Love" in September 2025, each showcasing an evolved, uplifting sound.[57][58][59] To support the album, a world tour was revealed, including a North American leg starting April 30, 2026, in Los Angeles, alongside European and Australian dates, emphasizing intimate venues and festival slots.[60]Musical style and influences
Musical style
Chet Faker's music is characterized by a distinctive blend of soul, electronic, and indie pop elements, often featuring a minimalist production approach that emphasizes space and subtlety. His sound draws from downtempo electronica and R&B, creating an intimate atmosphere through layered, textured beats and subtle atmospheric effects that evoke a sense of quiet introspection. This fusion is evident in his use of looping and sampling techniques, which build hypnotic rhythms without overwhelming the listener.[27] Central to his sonic identity are his falsetto vocals, delivered in a fragile, intimate style that ranges from ethereal highs to plaintive lows, often accompanied by warm electric piano tones, such as the Rhodes, which provide a foundational melodic layer. Beats in his tracks are typically laid-back and groovy, incorporating programmed percussion and subtle synth washes to enhance the emotional depth, while avoiding dense arrangements in favor of stripped-down compositions that highlight vulnerability. Atmospheric effects, including reverb and field recordings, further contribute to a dreamy, immersive quality, making his music feel both personal and expansive.[27][10][61] Over time, Faker's style has evolved from the more electronic, beat-heavy textures of his early releases to a richer, organic sound in later works, incorporating live instrumentation like guitar to add warmth and dynamism. Albums such as Hotel Surrender (2021) shift toward funk-infused, guitar-driven arrangements that retain his core electronic soul but introduce fuller, more collaborative grooves, reflecting a maturation toward joy and surrender. His 2025 singles, including "Far Side of the Moon" and "This Time For Real," ahead of the 2026 album A Love for Strangers, sustain this evolution with continued emphasis on emotional depth and atmospheric production.[62][63][64][65] Thematically, his music frequently explores love, introspection, and vulnerability, with lyrics that delve into personal longing and emotional exposure, often framed through a lens of quiet resilience. These motifs are woven into the fabric of his compositions, using the sparse production to amplify raw sentiment and foster a deep connection with listeners seeking solace in contemplative soundscapes.[65][66]Influences and collaborations
Chet Faker, the stage name of Nick Murphy, drew significant inspiration from jazz legend Chet Baker, adopting the moniker as a tribute to Baker's fragile, intimate vocal style and the moody atmosphere of his music. This influence is evident in Faker's early work, where he emulated Baker's emotive delivery blended with modern electronic elements. Additionally, Faker has cited Bon Iver as a major songwriting influence, particularly praising the track "Re: Stacks" from Bon Iver's debut album as one of the best songs ever written, which shaped his appreciation for introspective, atmospheric compositions. Comparisons to James Blake frequently highlight shared minimalist approaches to electronica and soulful vocals in Faker's sound. Faker's roots in soul and R&B stem from his mother's Motown records, including artists like Smokey Robinson, Aretha Franklin, the Temptations, and Otis Redding, which instilled a love for strong, hook-driven melodies. His breakthrough cover of Blackstreet's 1996 hit "No Diggity" in 2011 exemplified this, reinterpreting the neo-soul track with stripped-down production that propelled his rise. Further influences include funk pioneers Sly & the Family Stone, whose minimalistic instrumentation informed the sparse arrangements on Faker's 2021 album Hotel Surrender, as well as chilled-out Ibiza compilations from his father's collection, contributing to his down-tempo electronic sensibilities. Emerging from Melbourne's vibrant electronic and disco scenes in the late 2000s, Faker was shaped by the Australian indie landscape, particularly through his association with the Future Classic label, which helped redefine the country's electronic sound alongside contemporaries like Flume and Flight Facilities. Electronic producers such as Jamie Woon, Amon Tobin, Burial, Bonobo, and Nicolas Jaar also impacted his production techniques, evident in the layered, atmospheric textures of his early EPs. Other listed inspirations from his social media profiles include The Avalanches, Jamie Lidell, Herbie Hancock, and Abdullah Ibrahim, blending indie electronica with jazz and soul undertones. Key collaborations have further defined Faker's career, notably his 2013 EP Lockjaw with electronic producer Flume, featuring the track "Drop the Game," which has amassed over 340 million streams (as of November 2025) and showcased their synergy in fusing indie pop with bass-heavy beats. In 2015, Faker teamed up with British DJ Marcus Marr for the single "The Trouble with Us," a house-infused track that highlighted his dance-oriented side. Earlier partnerships included features with Kilo Kish on "Melt," as well as collaborations and remixes with Ta-ku on tracks like "Mahal" and "Talk is Cheap," while his 2017 appearance on Bonobo's album Migration integrated his vocals into ambient electronica. Post-2020 revival, Faker's work has leaned more solo, though echoes of these collaborations persist in his return to soulful, groove-driven productions on Hotel Surrender.Personal life
Family
Nicholas James Murphy, known professionally as Chet Faker, was born into a family that experienced significant changes during his early years. His parents separated when he was two years old, after which he lived primarily with his mother, who provided a nurturing environment that emphasized love and decision-making skills. His father's journey from reactive alcoholism to sobriety after 15 years served as an inspiring example of personal transformation for Murphy, influencing his own approaches to overcoming challenges later in life.[7] Murphy shares a close relationship with his younger brother, Oscar Murphy, a clinical neuropsychology student, marked by both conflict and deep support. As children, the brothers had a tumultuous dynamic, frequently arguing and even damaging property during fights, though Nick often led Oscar on adventurous escapades like unauthorized bike rides. Their bond strengthened in adulthood, with Oscar becoming a key source of emotional stability for Murphy amid the pressures of his rising music career. During an exhaustive 2011 tour spanning 120 shows across 92 cities, Murphy frequently sought Oscar's counsel for grounding conversations that functioned like therapy sessions.[7] Oscar's influence extended to pivotal moments in Murphy's personal recovery, particularly following the intense success and turmoil of 2014, which Murphy described as the worst year of his life due to overwhelming fame, self-doubt, and substance issues. Earlier, in a formative letter, Oscar had urged the then-struggling Murphy to curb excessive partying and channel his talents into music, a message that resonated during his post-2014 efforts to rebuild through mindfulness practices and relocation. This familial encouragement helped shape Murphy's decisions to prioritize mental health and authenticity in his artistic evolution.[9][7]Residences and later years
Murphy was born and raised in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, where he developed his early musical interests amid the city's vibrant arts scene.[67] He maintains strong ties to the city, frequently returning for performances and reflective visits that reconnect him to his roots. For example, in November 2024, he headlined an exclusive one-night show at Live at the Gardens to mark the 10th anniversary of his debut album Built on Glass, drawing crowds eager for his homecoming.[68] In early 2015, seeking a fresh creative environment to stockpile new ideas away from the intensity of his rising fame, Murphy relocated from Melbourne to New York City.[2] The move to Manhattan provided an aggressive, inspiring backdrop for his work, where he settled into a modest apartment on Canal Street and, by early 2020, established a dedicated studio in Soho that became a personal sanctuary during the COVID-19 lockdowns.[69] This relocation marked a pivotal shift, allowing him to experiment beyond the Chet Faker persona amid the city's dynamic energy. Following his 2016 name change to Nick Murphy, which he later described as a way to explore raw, darker emotions and reclaim personal control, he took a career break to prioritize identity and space.[70] The period from 2016 to 2020 involved significant personal growth, including navigating 2019's intense stress that led to weight loss and a sense of everything "falling apart," culminating in his father's sudden death from a heart attack in May 2020.[71] Unable to return to Melbourne for the funeral due to pandemic restrictions, Murphy channeled these challenges into reflections on resilience, stating that such hardships reveal "a strength you didn’t really know you had."[71] His 2020 revival of Chet Faker represented a deliberate embrace of optimism, balancing his "earthy" Nick Murphy side with the lighter, skyward Chet persona to foster emotional well-being and joy in creation.[70]Discography
Studio albums
Chet Faker, the stage name of Australian musician Nick Murphy, debuted with his first studio album under the moniker before transitioning to his birth name for a period and later reviving the project. His studio discography includes full-length releases characterized by electronic, soul, and alternative R&B influences, with chart success primarily in Australia.| Title | Artist | Release date | Label | Format(s) | Peak chart positions | Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Built on Glass | Chet Faker | 11 April 2014 | Future Classic | CD, LP, digital download | AUS: 1 | AUS: Platinum (70,000) |
| Run Fast Sleep Naked | Nick Murphy | 26 April 2019 | Future Classic / Downtown Records | CD, LP, digital download | AUS Digital: 12 | — |
| Hotel Surrender | Chet Faker | 16 July 2021 | Detail Records / BMG | CD, LP, digital download, streaming | AUS: 4 | — |
| A Love for Strangers | Chet Faker | 13 February 2026 (announced) | BMG | TBA | — | — |
Live albums
Chet Faker's live discography consists primarily of intimate session recordings and EPs capturing his performances in controlled settings, emphasizing his soulful electronic sound with minimal production. These releases highlight stripped-back arrangements of his original material and covers, often featuring acoustic elements and live instrumentation. The earliest live release is the Live Sessions EP, recorded in the abandoned Buttery Factory in Newstead, rural Victoria, Australia, and issued as a free digital download on March 21, 2013. Self-produced and mixed by Andrei, the three-track EP includes intimate renditions of "Archangel" (a cover of Burial's track), "Love x Stereo," and "Low," showcasing Faker's raw vocal delivery and looping techniques in a solitary environment.[72][73] In 2014, Faker released the iTunes Session EP exclusively through the iTunes Store on November 28, via Future Classic and Opulent Records. This six-track collection features live performances of songs from his debut album Built on Glass and earlier work, including "I'm Into You," "1998," "To Me," "Cigarettes & Loneliness," "Gold," and a cello-accompanied version of "Talk Is Cheap." Recorded in a studio setting, the EP runs approximately 33 minutes and captures Faker's evolving stage presence with subtle enhancements like string arrangements.[74] To mark the 10th anniversary of Built on Glass, the expanded edition released on November 15, 2024, by Future Classic incorporates several previously unreleased live recordings from Faker's 2014 show at the Enmore Theatre in Sydney. These include "1998 (Live at the Enmore Theatre)," "Dead Body (Live at the Enmore Theatre)," "Talk Is Cheap (Live at the Enmore Theatre)," "Gold (Live at the Enmore Theatre)," and "To Me (Live at the Enmore Theatre)," providing a fuller concert-like snapshot amid remixes and demos. The live tracks emphasize the album's atmospheric depth in a full-band context.[75][76]Extended plays
Chet Faker's debut extended play, Thinking in Textures, was released on 23 March 2012 through Future Classic and Opulent Records.[77] The EP consists of seven tracks, blending alternative R&B and indietronica elements with covers and originals, including a notable reinterpretation of Blackstreet's "No Diggity."[78] Tracks include "I'm Into You" (4:23), "Terms and Conditions" (3:42), "No Diggity" (3:41), "Love and Feeling" (4:10), "Cigarettes and Chocolate" (5:16), "Solo Sunrise" (4:04), and "Everything I Wanted" (3:30).[77] It peaked at number 38 on the Australian Albums Chart.[79] In collaboration with electronic producer Flume, Chet Faker released the Lockjaw EP on 22 November 2013 via Future Classic.[80] The three-track project features downtempo and alternative R&B styles, recorded in Victoria, Australia, and highlights the duo's synergy in production and vocals.[31] The tracklist comprises "Drop the Game" (3:42), "What About Us" (5:08), and "This Song Is Not About a Girl" (4:14).[80] Under his birth name Nick Murphy, he issued the Missing Link EP on 10 March 2017 through Future Classic and Downtown Records.[81] This five-track release marks a transitional work, incorporating Afrobeat, R&B, and soul influences, with production assistance from Kaytranada on the lead single "Your Time."[82] The tracks are "Your Time" (4:04), "Bye" (1:31), "I'm Ready" (4:23), "Forget About Me" (6:46), and "Weak Education" (5:39).[81] It debuted at number 58 on the Canadian Albums Chart and entered the New Zealand Heatseekers Albums Chart.[83]| Title | Release date | Label | Tracks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thinking in Textures | 23 March 2012 | Future Classic / Opulent | 7 |
| Lockjaw (with Flume) | 22 November 2013 | Future Classic | 3 |
| Missing Link (as Nick Murphy) | 10 March 2017 | Future Classic / Downtown | 5 |
Singles as lead artist
Chet Faker's singles as lead artist span his early viral covers and EP tracks to the breakthrough hits from his debut album Built on Glass, as well as his 2025 revival releases previewing the upcoming album A Love for Strangers. The following table lists key singles, including release years, associated albums or EPs, selected peak chart positions on the ARIA Singles Chart, and certifications where applicable.| Title | Year | Album/EP | Peak (ARIA) | Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "No Diggity" (cover of Blackstreet) | 2011 | Thinking in Textures | — | — |
| "Talk Is Cheap" | 2014 | Built on Glass | 6 | Platinum (ARIA) |
| "1998" | 2014 | Built on Glass | 47 | — |
| "Gold" | 2014 | Built on Glass | 40 | Gold (ARIA) |
| "Far Side of the Moon" | 2025 | A Love for Strangers (forthcoming) | — | — |
| "Inefficient Love" | 2025 | A Love for Strangers (forthcoming) | 52 | — |
| "This Time for Real" | 2025 | A Love for Strangers (forthcoming) | — | — |
Singles as featured artist
Chet Faker has appeared as a featured artist on several singles, contributing his distinctive soulful vocals to collaborations across electronic, funk, and indie genres. These tracks highlight his versatility in supporting primary artists while achieving notable chart success in Australia. One of his earliest prominent features was on "Drop the Game," a collaboration with electronic producer Flume, released on November 18, 2013, as the lead single from their joint EP Lockjaw. The track blends Flume's intricate production with Chet Faker's emotive delivery, peaking at number 18 on the ARIA Australian Artist Singles Chart.[26][93] In 2015, Chet Faker featured on "The Trouble with Us" by English DJ Marcus Marr, released on October 16 as the lead single from their collaborative EP Work. The funk-infused track topped the Australian Independent Singles Chart and reached number 8 on the ARIA Singles Chart, underscoring its commercial impact.[94][95] More recently, in the post-2020 revival of his Chet Faker moniker, he appeared on "Take Me Back" by American singer-songwriter Thunder Jackson, released on September 16, 2022, as a standalone single. This introspective track features Chet Faker's harmonies over Jackson's pop-soul arrangement, though it did not achieve significant chart positions.[96]| Title | Primary Artist | Release Date | Peak Chart Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Drop the Game" | Flume | November 18, 2013 | AUS: 18[93] |
| "The Trouble with Us" | Marcus Marr | October 16, 2015 | AUS: 8 AUS Indie: 1[95] |
| "Take Me Back" | Thunder Jackson | September 16, 2022 | — |
Other charted and certified songs
Several album tracks from Chet Faker's debut studio album Built on Glass (2014) garnered significant recognition through fan-voted polls in Australia, despite not being released as official singles. Notably, "1998" peaked at number 8 on Triple J's Hottest 100 of 2014, highlighting its popularity among listeners for its introspective lyrics and atmospheric production.[97] Another standout album track, "Cigarettes and Loneliness," also from Built on Glass, became a fan favorite for its emotional depth and extended runtime, contributing to the album's overall platinum certification in Australia by ARIA, though the song itself did not receive individual certification.Guest appearances and productions
Chet Faker provided guest vocals and co-wrote the track "Left Alone" on Flume's debut studio album Flume, released in 2012.[98] This collaboration marked an early highlight in his career, blending his soulful baritone with Flume's electronic production on the Australian artist's critically acclaimed project. In 2020, Chet Faker appeared as a featured vocalist on the track "You Think You Know Me, You Don't Know Me" from ZEDSIX's debut album The Shape of Jazz.[99] The song, which also credits Lesego Rampolokeng, integrates Faker's distinctive voice into the album's fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and electronic elements, recorded during earlier sessions involving Faker and The Royal Swazi Spa in 2014.[100] Beyond vocal contributions, Chet Faker has limited documented production credits on other artists' full-length albums, with his primary production work centered on his own releases and collaborative EPs such as Lockjaw with Flume in 2013.[101]Remixes
Chet Faker's remixing work spans both reworkings of tracks by other artists and official remixes of his own material, often infusing electronic, soulful, and atmospheric elements into the originals. Early in his career, he gained recognition for reinterpreting established songs, blending hip-hop influences with indie electronic production. This approach marked the origins of his remix style, as seen in his 2011 cover of Blackstreet's "No Diggity," which reimagined the 1996 R&B hit with minimalist beats and falsetto vocals on his debut EP Thinking in Textures.[102][103] In 2012, Faker produced several notable remixes for other artists, showcasing his ability to transform indie rock and alternative tracks into more introspective, groove-oriented versions. For The Temper Trap's "Trembling Hands," his remix added layered synths and a subdued rhythm, extending the track's ethereal quality while emphasizing its lyrical vulnerability; it was released as a single promo in June 2012.[104][105] Similarly, his edit of Radiohead's "Nude" from 2007 stripped the song to a haunting, ambient loop, highlighting Thom Yorke's vocals with subtle electronic pulses; this unofficial but widely shared rework appeared online in 2011 and circulated in music communities.[106] Later that year, Faker remixed MS MR's "Dark Doo Wop," infusing the indie pop track with deep basslines and a sultry vibe, released as part of the band's Candy Bar Creep Show EP in November 2012.[107] Remixes of Faker's own songs have been a staple across his discography, often released as promotional packages or bonus tracks to extend the life of singles from albums like Built on Glass (2014) and Hotel Surrender (2021). These reworkings frequently collaborate with electronic producers, adapting his soulful originals into dancefloor-ready or experimental formats. For instance, Flume's 2014 re-work of "Gold" transformed the laid-back indie track into a glitchy, future bass cut, amplifying its hypnotic hook and becoming a festival staple.[108] The most extensive remix project came with "1998" from Built on Glass, where a June 2014 digital package featured multiple interpretations, including Faker's own Nick Murphy remix (a slower, introspective take), András Fox's morning mix (a lo-fi house vibe), Roland Tings' upbeat electronic version, and others by Homework and NTEIBINT, each highlighting different facets of the song's nostalgic melody.[102] In 2015, D-Pulse remixed "Bend," adding funky breaks and synth stabs to the original's mellow groove, released digitally in September.[109] With the 2021 release of Hotel Surrender, remixes emphasized club-oriented energy: Boys Noize's take on "Low" introduced acid house elements and driving percussion in October 2021; A-Trak's remix of "Feel Good" brought disco-infused beats in September 2021; and Soulwax reworked "Whatever Tomorrow" into a pulsating techno track in May 2021.[110][111] Other notable versions include Vintage Culture and Bruno Be's 2014 remix of "Gold," which added tropical house flair, and Florian Kreidler's 2014 melodic rework of "Talk Is Cheap."[112][113] These efforts underscore Faker's versatility in bridging intimate songwriting with electronic dance music.[114]| Song | Remixer(s) | Release Year | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | Flume | 2014 | Glitchy future bass, extended drops |
| 1998 | Nick Murphy, András Fox, Roland Tings, Homework, NTEIBINT | 2014 | Varied electronic and house interpretations |
| Bend | D-Pulse | 2015 | Funky breaks, synth-driven |
| Low | Boys Noize | 2021 | Acid house, high-energy percussion |
| Feel Good | A-Trak | 2021 | Disco grooves, upbeat tempo |
| Whatever Tomorrow | Soulwax | 2021 | Techno pulses, driving rhythm |
| Talk Is Cheap | Florian Kreidler | 2014 | Melodic electronic, atmospheric layers |
Awards and nominations
ARIA Music Awards
Chet Faker, the stage name of Nicholas Murphy, achieved significant recognition at the 2014 ARIA Music Awards for his debut studio album Built on Glass, released earlier that year on Future Classic. The album earned him a leading nine nominations across various categories, highlighting his breakthrough in electronic and soul-influenced music. These included Album of the Year, Best Male Artist, Breakthrough Artist, Best Independent Release, Producer of the Year, Engineer of the Year, Best Cover Art, Best Video for "Talk Is Cheap," and Best Dance Release for "Drop the Game" (with Flume).[115][37] At the ceremony held on 26 November 2014 at The Star in Sydney, Chet Faker secured five wins, marking a major milestone in his career and underscoring the album's critical and commercial impact. Built on Glass swept the artisan categories, a rare feat as the first album to win all three since their inception. He also performed at the event, further cementing his prominence in Australian music.[116][115] The following table summarizes Chet Faker's 2014 ARIA Music Awards outcomes:| Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Album of the Year | Built on Glass | Nominated |
| Best Male Artist | Built on Glass | Won |
| Breakthrough Artist | Built on Glass | Nominated |
| Best Independent Release | Built on Glass | Won |
| Producer of the Year | Built on Glass | Won |
| Engineer of the Year | Built on Glass | Won |
| Best Cover Art | Built on Glass | Won |
| Best Video | "Talk Is Cheap" | Nominated |
| Best Dance Release | "Drop the Game" (with Flume) | Nominated |