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[[File:Murphy.jpg|thumb|James Murphy]]
'''James Franklin Murphy''' (July 30, 1967, Portsmouth, Virginia) is a guitarist. He is best known for his work in metal bands [[Death (band)|Death]] and [[Testament|Testament]]. He founded the band [[Disincarnate]]. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2001, but has recovered. Currently he is working on a tribute album to Death founder [[Chuck Schuldiner]] who died from pneumonia, caused by complications of his treatment to a brain tumor. <!---He is also producing Deron Miller's band World Under Blood. His most recent completed projects were the production of the industrial death metal band Dååth's sophomore album, The Hinderers, which was released on [[Roadrunner Records]], and Lazarus A.D.'s debut album The Onslaught released on [[Metal Blade Records]].
In addition to playing guitar, Murphy operates a recording studio, [[SafeHouse Production]], where he has mixed and produced albums for other bands. Murphy has also contributed lessons to Guitar Player magazine.
==Style==
Murphy's recordings over the years exhibit a wide diversity of playing techniques and sounds. However several themes are recognizable in many of his works. His solos often feature:
*fast, articulated runs with a pronounced pick attack
*long, fluid legato sections
*harmonized leads--->
==Equipment==
Murphy has used Caparison guitars since he was able to play guitar again after his cancer treatment. During his years with [[Death (band)|Death]], [[Obituary|Obituary]], and [[Testament|Testament]] he played [[Ibanez]] guitars, primarily the S series models, and B.C. Rich guitars during the [[Obituary]] period, especially Warlock models. He is also a longtime endorsee of [[EMG, Inc.|EMG]] pickups, and mainly uses the 85 and 89 models. For amplification he is currently using Framus Cobra series amplifiers.
==Discography==