One of the most talented young banjo players to come out of Alabama in a long time, Casey Murray began playing the 5-string banjo at age 6.  Casey was born into a family filled with music, as his father Eddie was a rock-and-roll drummer with several regional bands during the 1980's and 90's.  When Casey picked up the banjo and began playing, Eddie switched from drums to acoustic bass to help further Casey's enthusiasm and passion.  Casey paid close attention and began to follow such luminaries as J.D. Crowe, Ron Stewart, and Steve Dilling.  Soon, Casey, and father Eddie, teamed with several local musicians to form the Bent Creek Bluegrass Band, where Casey gradually honed his skills over the next several years. 

Casey brings a solid groove to County Clare and there is great amount of energy in his playing.  He is sponsored by, and endorses Gibson Banjos and GHS Strings.  He spends his free time fishing on the lakes and rivers of Alabama, mud riding, and spending time with girlfriend Brittany and son Briley.  He is a proud Alabama Crimson Tide fan and is proud to call Spring Garden, AL home.

 "I'm really excited to have Casey in the band. He's a great young talent on the banjo and guitar. I've watched his playing for a couple of years now and he is absolutely mashing the 5. He has such a strong right hand and has great pull-offs and cool innovative licks that really fit our sound!! He's a great dude too and I know you're going to really enjoy his part of the show! When he and John play those banjo / fiddle tunes it really sets any venue on fire!!!!" ~ Shannon Slaughter