Max Murray (born 2007) may be best known on EastEnders as Joel Marshall, son of Ross and stepson to Vicki Fowler, but off‑screen he’s carving out a completely different path in music Daily Star+10Wikipedia+10Daily News+10
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He’s one half of The Murray BrotherZ, a sibling musical duo formed with his older brother Joe. In July 2024, they dropped their debut single, “Dear Amy”, a heartfelt tribute to Amy Winehouse, marking their entry into the singer-songwriter world Wikipedia. Stepping away from soap drama, they focus on vocals, guitar, and personal storytelling.
🎶 Musical Credentials
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Family legacy: His mother Gina Murray, grandfather Mitch Murray, and aunt Mazz Murray are also performers—which may explain Max’s musical roots Wikipedia.
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“Dear Amy” released July 2024: marked the Winehouse anniversary with emotional lyrics and raw acoustic sound .
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Upcoming music: Early hints suggest more singles might follow, showcasing Max’s versatility beyond EastEnders.
🎭 Joel vs. Max: Two Worlds Apart
| On‑Screen Joel | Off‑Screen Max |
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| Teen embroiled in soap plots—drama, secrets, conflict | Frontman of acoustic band—creative expression through songwriting |
| Acting debut in 2025, playing Vicki’s stepson dealing with debt, toxic friendships thesun.co.uk+15Wikipedia+15EastEnders Wiki+15digitalspy.com+6Daily News+6celebritycrush.uk+6 | Follows family tradition in music, balancing both careers |
Max told the press he’s excited to share Joel’s story on EastEnders, but he also acknowledged his love for music and the joys of releasing personal songs with his brother EastEnders Wiki+5digitalspy.com+5Daily News+5.
🎧 Final Thoughts
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EastEnders viewers get drama from his TV character.
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Music fans enjoy Max’s authentic voice in his band.
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It’s impressive to see someone so young manage both acting and music with passion and promise.
Let me know if you’d like links to listen to “Dear Amy,” deeper breakdown of lyrics, or updates on The Murray BrotherZ’s upcoming releases!
