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The Refugees Cindy Bullens, Wendy Waldman and Deborah Holland
The trio of women that is The Refugees emerged on the music scene as a verifiably unmatched force of talent, diversity, and experience. Each successful in her own right as a solo artist, Cindy Bullens, Deborah Holland and Wendy Waldman formed their unique and innovative group in 2007 and since that time have been wowing audiences, radio DJs, and music critics alike with their soaring harmonies, indelible musicianship, and unforgettably humorous stage presence.
Individually, The Refugees have logged more than three decades in the industry, with nineteen solo albums and multiple Grammy Award nominations to their credit, featuring musical styles that blend country, rock, folk, and Americana. To describe them as eclectic would be an understatement. These three women have utilized their intense drive and relentless passions to create an entirely new sound.
UNBOUND, their debut release on Wabuho Records will be officially released in January of 2009. The talented trio plays all of the instruments on the recording including guitars, dobro, bass, mandolin, harmonica, accordion, and percussion, and features a mix of innovative new co-writes and fresh arrangements of a selection of their previously recorded radio favorites, including "Save the Best for Last," "Fishin' in the Dark," "(There's a) Spy in the House of Love," and "Jellico Highway."
Cindy Bullens ...... got her start as a back-up singer for Elton John, and accompanied John on multiple tours.. She was nominated for two Grammy Award nominations, one for her work on the Grease movie soundtrack, and one or her first solo album "Desire Wire". Since then she released six acclaimed solo albums, including the award winning "Somewhere Between Heaven and Earth", has collaborated on a Broadway show, scored an award winning documentary, and continues to write and record in Nashville and beyond.
Deborah Holland ....... began her career as a member of the critically acclaimed, Animal Logic. Comprised also of Stewart Copeland and Stanley Clarke, the band earned her recognition as both a singer and a songwriter during the 1980s and 90s. Since her Animal Logic days, Deborah has released multiple solo albums, scored and written dozens of songs for film an TV, and gone on to become a music professor at California State University of Los Angeles.
Wendy Waldman ...... has been recognized as one of the leading recording artists and songwriters in music since the debut of her band Bryndle in the 1970s, followed by a successful solo career. Wendy is responsible for some of the best loved and most well known songs of the past several decades, including Vanessa Williams' "Save the Best for Last," andThe Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's version of "Fishin' in the Dark, as well as her work as a producer, overseeing countless projects in multiple genres.
"The Refugees offer up a terrific combination of engaging, passionate, and poetic songwriting, high-caliber musicianship, and gorgeous vocals. The combined musical pedigree of Cindy Bullens, Deborah Holland, and Wendy Waldman is unparalleled. Don't even think about missing an opportunity to catch them in concert."- Anil Prasad from Innerviews, Guitar Player and Bass Player
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LocationMorso
9014 Peacock Hill Avenue
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
United States
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| Minimum Age: 21 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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