Don Murray (drummer)

Don Murray
Born
Donald Ray Murray

(1945-11-08)November 8, 1945
DiedMarch 22, 1996(1996-03-22) (aged 50)
GenresFolk rock, pop
OccupationDrummer
InstrumentDrums
Years active
  • 1965-1968
  • 1981-1983
LabelWhite Whale
Formerly ofThe Turtles (1965-1966)
The Holy Mackerel (1968)
The Surfaris (1981-1983)

Donald Ray Murray (November 8, 1945 – March 22, 1996) was an American drummer and Hanna-Barbera animator, best known for his work with the Turtles. After leaving the group, Murray played with Paul Williams's psychedelic folk group the Holy Mackerel. In the 1980s he went on to perform with the newly formed Surfaris.