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The Refuge is a dynamic Rock, Pop and classic R&B band known for their raw energy, soulful melodies,heartfelt lyrics and

powerful vocals. Their music offers a sanctuary for listeners seeking solace and connection. Whether performing acoustic sets or rock anthems, The Refuge takes audiences on an emotional journey.

The Refuge is a dynamic Rock, Pop and classic R&B band known for their raw energy, soulful melodies, heartfelt lyrics and powerful vocals. Their music offers a sanctuary for listeners seeking solace and connection. Whether performing acoustic sets or rock anthems,

The Refuge takes audiences on an emotional journey.

Please follow our Facebook Page for upcoming shows!

Main Street Bistro & Piano Bar-Cabaret

16280 Main Street, Guerneville, CA.

February 22, March 8, June 7, July 4, July 12 August 30, October 11, 2025 

6-9:30pm

 

Log Cabin

20 Veterans Place, San Anselmo, CA. 

March 13, 2025  7-9pm

Brewsters Beer Garden

229 Water Street, Petaluma, CA

April 26, 2025

5-8 pm

The California

528 7the Street, Santa Rosa, CA

May 2, 2025

4:15-5:15

Longboard Vineyards

5 Fitch Street, Healdsburg, CA

June 20, 2025

5-7pm

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Meet the Band

Please check out our Facebook page for upcoming shows!

Meet the Band

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Barrie Hart

Barrie is a Bay Area native, growing up in Marin County. She began singing and playing guitar at a young age, and in her twenties found a connection with contemporary Christian music. Influenced by Bonnie Raitt, Melissa Etheridge and Susan Tedeschi, she began playing her style of contemporary Christian music in and out of churches, releasing her CD “Whom Shall I Send” in 2014.   In recent years she has been a member of several local bands, including Hart & Soul and The Interpretations. Whether singing on a Sunday or late at night in a club, she always brings her passion and soulful sound, guaranteed to draw you in.

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Brad Katuna

Brad grew up in the Bay Area listening to classic rock and R & B while hooping with his buddies. For the last two decades he has been thumping the bass in local bands including The Interpretations, Hart and Soul, Skyline Blues Band and The Dunes. Since he doesn’t golf, laying down a thick groove and getting folks on

the dance floor is his absolute

favorite pastime.

Please follow our Facebook Page for upcoming shows!

Main Street Bistro & Piano Bar-Cabaret
16280 Main Street, Guerneville, CA.
February 22, March 8, June 7, July 4, July 12 August 30, October 11, 2025 
6-9:30pm

Log Cabin
20 Veterans Place, 
San Anselmo,  CA. 
March 13, 2025  
7-9pm

BREWSTERS BEER GARDEN
229 Water Street, Petaluma, CA
April 26, 2025
5-8 pm
THE CALIFORNIA
528 7th Street, Santa Rosa, CA
May 2, 2025
4:15-5:15


Longboard Vineyards Friday Night Dance Party
5 Fitch Street, Healdsburg, CA.
June 20, 2025
5-7pm

 

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Meet the Band

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Barrie Hart

Vocals and Guitar

Barrie is a Bay Area native, growing up in Marin County. She began singing and playing guitar at a young age, and in her twenties found a connection with contemporary Christian music. Influenced by Bonnie Raitt, Melissa Etheridge and Susan Tedeschi, she began playing her style of contemporary Christian music in and out of churches, releasing her CD “Whom Shall I Send” in 2014.   In recent years she has been a member of several local bands, including Hart & Soul and The Interpretations. Whether singing on a Sunday or late at night in a club, she always brings her passion and soulful sound, guaranteed to draw you in.

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Barrie Hart, Vocals and Acoustic Guitar

Barrie is a Bay Area native, growing up in Marin County. She began singing and playing guitar

at a young age, and in her twenties found a connection with contemporary Christian music. Influenced by Bonnie Raitt, Melissa Etheridge

and Susan Tedeschi, she began playing her style

of contemporary Christian music in and out of churches, releasing her CD “Whom Shall I Send” in 2014.   In recent years she has been a member

of several local bands, including Hart & Soul and The Interpretations. Whether singing on a

Sunday or late at night in a club, she always

brings her passion and soulful sound, guaranteed to draw you in.

Please follow our Facebook Page for upcoming shows!

 

Contact us at therefugebooking@gmail.com

Serving Sonoma, Marin and San Francisco Counties

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Please check out our Facebook Page for upcoming shows!

 

Contact us at therefugebooking@gmail.com

Serving Sonoma, Marin and San Francisco Counties

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Stephen Berry, Percussion and Vocals 

Long time vocalist and drummer from the Philadelphia Soul Music scene back in the

day, Stephen has played drums in several

Dance Bands in San Jose, and he is currently residing in the Sonoma Wine Country.

Stephen loves creating happy musical times

and spreading good vibes.   

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Brad Katuna, Bass and Vocals

Brad grew up in the Bay Area listening to classic

rock and R & B while hooping with his buddies. For the last two decades he has been thumping the bass in local bands including Hart and Soul, The Interpretations, Skyline Blues Band and The Dunes. Since he doesn’t golf, laying down a thick groove and getting folks on the dance floor is his absolute favorite pastime.

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Paul Maez, Guitar and Vocals

​Paul grew  up  in West Texas, land earned to play watching his three older brothers. He developed a love for the blues, and blues rock players like Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Billy Gibbons, etc. Paul began playing inbands in Texas around the age of 15, started doing road gigs by 18 and began his lifelong obsession with making music and performing. He moved to L.A. to pursue musical dreams and met many more fine musicians who influenced his  life and music. He eventually found his way up to Northern California where he lives and plays with his wife and dog, continuing the search for the perfect guitar tone.

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Steven  Anderson, Keyboard and Vocals

Steven was born with music in his soul; from his early experiences singing in his Baptist church choir from a very young age, to earning a BA in Music Education Steven has made pursuing his musical dreams his life's work. He has performed

in many contexts, from all original and cover

bands to lead tenor for the California Redwood Chorale. He has most recently performed with

local musicians Mark McGee and Nicole Sutton

and LUVPLANET.

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Joe De Benedetti, Drums

Joe was born and raised in Healdsburg, CA. and 

started playing drums when he was 11 years old. Some of his drumming influences are Liberty DeVitto and Dino Danelli. He has performed with

various local cover bands, including The Karma Band. Joe is very excited to be a percussionist with

The Refuge!

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Stephen Berry

Long time vocalist and drummer from the Philadelphia Soul Music scene back in the day, Stephen has played drums in  several Dance Bands in San Jose, and he is currently residing in the Sonoma Wine Country. Stephen loves creating happy musical times and spreading good vibes.   

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Paul Maez

​Paul grew  up  in West Texas, land earned to play watching his three older brothers. He developed a love for the blues, and blues rock players like Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Billy Gibbons, etc. Paul began playing inbands in Texas around the age of 15, started doing road gigsby 18 and began his  lifelong obsession with making music and performing. He moved to L.A. to pursue musical dreams and met many more fine musicians who influenced his  life and music. He eventually found his  way up to Northern California where he lives  and plays with his  wife and dog, continuing the search for the perfect guitar tone.

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Steven  Anderson

Steven was born with music in his soul; from his early experiences singing in his Baptist church choir from a very  young age, to earning a BA in Music Education Steven has made pursuing his musical dreams his life's work. He has performed in many contexts, from cover bands to lead tenor for the California Redwood Chorale. He has most recently performed with local musicians LUVPLANET.

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Joe Benedetti

Barrie is a Bay Area native, growing up in Marin County. She began singing and playing guitar at a young age, and in her twenties found a connection with contemporary Christian music. Influenced by Bonnie Raitt, Melissa Etheridge and Susan Tedeschi, she began playing her style of contemporary Christian music in and out of churches, releasing her CD “Whom Shall I Send” in 2014.   In recent years she has been a member of several local bands, including Hart & Soul and The Interpretations. Whether singing on a Sunday or late at night in a club, she always brings her passion and soulful sound, guaranteed to draw you in.

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Stephen Berry

Vocals and Percussion

Long time vocalist and drummer from the Philadelphia Soul Music scene back in the day, Stephen has played drums in several Dance Bands in San Jose, and he currently resides in Sonoma County Wine Country. Stephen loves creating happy musical times and spreading

good vibes.   

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Brad Katuna

Vocals and Bass

Brad grew up in the Bay Area listening to classic rock and

R & B while hooping with his buddies. For the last two decades he has been thumping the bass in local bands including The Interpretations, Hart and Soul, Skyline Blues Band and The Dunes. Since he doesn’t golf, laying down a thick groove and getting folks on the dance floor is his absolute favorite pastime.

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Paul Maez

Vocals and Guitar

Paul grew  up  in West Texas, land earned to play watching his three older brothers. He developed a love for the blues, and blues rock players like Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Billy Gibbons, etc. Paul began playing inbands in Texas around the age of 15, started doing road gigsby 18 and began his  lifelong obsession with making music and performing. He moved to L.A. to pursue musical dreams and met many more fine musicians who influenced his  life and music. He eventually found his  way up to Northern California where he lives  and plays with his  wife and dog, continuing the search for the perfect guitar tone.

steven.jpeg

Steven  Anderson 

Vocals and Keyboard

Steven was born with music in his soul; from his early experiences singing in his Baptist church choir from a very  young age, to earning

a BA in Music Education Steven has made pursuing

his musical dreams his life's work. He has performed in many contexts, from original and cover bands to lead tenor for the California Redwood Chorale. He has most recently performed with local musicians Mark McGee and Nicole Sutton with LUVPLANET.

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Joe De Benedetti

Percussion

Joe was born and raised in Healdsburg, CA. and started playing drums when he was 11 years old. Some of his drumming influences are Liberty DeVitto and Dino Danelli. He has performed with various local cover bands, including The Karma Band. Joe is very excited

to be a percussionist with The Refuge!

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