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. They have released two albums, ''Unbound'' (2009) and ''Three'' (2012), both on Wabuho Records.

Biography

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-nominated singer-songwriters Wendy Waldman, Cidny Bullens, and Deborah Holland had performed extensively in separate group projects and as solo artists before forming the Refugees in 2007. They released their debut album, ''Unbound'', on Wabuho Records in 2009. ''

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'' magazine described ''Unbound'' as "a rootsy outing replete with catchy arrangements and sparkling three-part vocal harmonies." The trio appeared on

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'', where they performed two songs from the album as well as "

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", a hit single for

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that was co-written by Waldman, and a cover version of

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". The Refugees released their second album, ''Three'', in 2012. In a review of the album, ''Wood & Steel'' magazine said "the trio's rich musical chemistry is readily on display, giving the record a cohesive sound that often feels as intimate as a living room house concert."

Discography

As a female trio *''Unbound'' (2009) As a female-and-male trio *''Three'' (2012) *''How Far It Goes EP'' (2019)

References

External links

Official websiteThe Refugees at Discogs
*http://www.deborahholland.net/music/the-refugees/ American folk musical groups Musical groups established in 2007 American musical trios {{US-folk-band-stub