The Irish Echo, out of New York City,
interviewed the remaining three,
in between the departure of Furey and the arrival of Murphy.

In answer to the question,
the journalist got a terse response --
if characterized by "amity and resolve" --
that the touring, and being on the road long-term,
was the deciding factor,
and that Furey after ten years had had enough of this.

That's their version.

Then there is the North American company, Wooden Ship Productions.
Martin Furey is one of the featured artists on their website,
which has this statement:

"Martin will be touring North America with his brother Finbar
in 2018 and beyond."   

Martin Furey's personal website says:
"There are no upcoming solo gigs.
Check back again soon though."