Kasey & Connor have been playing music together since 2015 after meeting at the University of Manitoba Jazz Studies Program, and came together through their mutual love of Billy Joel's music. Initially they started getting together and jamming, and eventually started gigging at various venues primarily in duo settings. Kasey & Connor play an eclectic mix of jazz, pop, soul, classic rock, and more.

Kasey Kurtz is a graduate of the U of M Jazz and Education programs, and is currently doing his Masters in Jazz , at McGill University.

Connor Derraugh is also a graduate of the U of M Jazz program, and released his first album, Connor & Cordelia "Acceptance in 2023.