Musician and former Silverchair frontman Daniel Johns has posted a heartwarming tribute to a fellow Newcastle musician who was tragically killed by a train.
Johns was famously raised in Newcastle and took to social media to support Sam Murphy’s family after he was killed at Cardiff Station in May.
Murphy was only 23-years-old when he passed away and was a keen musician, beloved son and friend. He was also known as a prankster to his mates and “the best bloke you knew”, according to the Newcastle Herald.
Johns posted a photo of Murphy’s best friend Zane wearing a Silverchair T-shirt and wrote a heartfelt Instagram post calling Murphy a “talented and loving young man”.
“Sam was a beautiful son to De, a supportive brother to Cheyenne, a loyal cousin to Lachlan, a respected bandmate and a friend to many,” he shared on social media
Johns, who is famously shy, revealed that he’d “reached out” to Murphy’s family to check in after reading about his tragic death.
“We spoke about honouring Sam and making sure his legacy and love of music was never forgotten.”
Johns explained that he understood most people hadn’t “met Sam” but added that it would be meaningful if people could leave messages supporting the young local.
Johns shared that a benefit show would be held in Murphy’s honour at The Newcastle Hotel, appropriately titled “Shred for Sam”.
The benefit costs $20 and aims to raise money for Sam’s family and according to the official website hopes to “offer support during this difficult time”.
Johns also added a personal message to Murphy.
“To Sam, your legacy and your life will be celebrated, and one day, when the time comes we will meet wherever we go next and jam together.”
Murphy’s sister Cheyenne replied to the post and said that her brother would have been so “honoured” that Johns had reached out.
“Sammy would have been so honoured by your love and support,” she wrote and added love hearts at the end of her message.
“Sending all my love to you,” Johns replied.