Steve Roth

Steve is the founder, CEO (Chief Entertainment Officer), and organizer of WE ARE THE 80’s. His love for all types of 80’s music led him on a journey to locate fellow musicians who shared the same passion for the variety of musical styles that developed and were so popular during this decade. Steve is the band’s percussionist (acoustic & electronic) and began his percussion journey at age 5.  Along the way, he studied with such notable instructors as hand-technique guru Murray Spivack, Gregg Bissonette (David Lee Roth & Ringo Starr), Mike Clark (Herbie Hancock & The Headhunters), and Karen Teperberg (Chris Botti, Sting, Jessie McCartney).  He made his first musical appearance in public at age 7. He’s performed with a multitude of bands over the years,  and has shared the stage with musicians from Phil Collins, Stevie Wonder, and Michael Bolton’s groups.  With WE ARE THE 80’s, Steve plays Joe Montineri acoustic drums and Pork Pie snares, Paiste Signature series cymbals, Vic Firth Extreme 5B drumsticks, and Roland and Alesis electronic pads.

Kat Buratti

Kat, co-lead vocalist of We Are the 80’s, was raised in a musical family where the soundtrack of life was always playing. Her love affair with music began early, but it was the electric energy of the 1980s that struck her like a lightning bolt. When she first heard a Pat Benatar record, she was floored by the profound impact a female rock and roll singer could have. In that moment, she knew she was hooked and destined to sing.

Inspired by powerhouse female and male artists like Annie Lennox, Joan Jett, Debbie Harry, Cyndi Lauper and Steve Perry, Kat embraced their boldness, originality, and fearless passion. Singing became her sanctuary—a space where she could tell her truth, feel her feelings out loud, and connect with audiences on a soul-deep level. Every performance is an opportunity for her to share her passion for music and keep the vibrant spirit of the 1980s alive.

With We Are the 80’s, Kat channels her influences and delivers unforgettable performances that celebrate the decade of big hair, bold fashion, and iconic hits. Whether she’s belting out a rock anthem or leading the crowd in a singalong, Kat’s energy and authenticity shine through, making every show a nostalgic journey and an electrifying experience.

Sara Marsh

Sara Marsh is a guitarist with decades of experience playing live and in the studio. She is adept at most styles, having played country, blues, pop, and metal in bands based in her hometown of Los Angeles and while attending college in Kansas City. Sara toured the world for 10 years with The Iron Maidens and appears on all their studio and live releases. She also composes original music in her home studio and releases it under her nickname Sarabaracuda. Her live show is unabashedly in your face, sometimes literally. Feel free to ask her questions during the set as she can play and talk simultaneously, but be ready to take a pick and give the whammy bar a pull as a polite thank you. Offstage, Sara teaches special education and loves to bake. Her stage equipment is a Fractal Audio FM9 guitar processor, an EVH tribute guitar, and two custom super strats. Sara’s favorite song to play with We Are The 80’s is “Separate Ways” by Journey.

Jorge López

Jorge López attended MI (1988) and Berklee College of music (1991). He has been a California resident musician since 1994, first as an original band member of local and international signed artists and as an activist community member of the local live music scene. His experience with casual and pro cover bands dates back at least 27 years.

Jorge loves the 80’s and claims “MTV made him the man he is today”. With two older sisters in the house, his influences were always the new contemporary music he grew up with plus the older classics the family listened to. He is an avid bass collector with 27 pieces and also plays synthesizer. 

Jorge joined We are the 80’s in 2023. 

Jazzlyn Rose

Jazzlyn Rose, a classically trained pianist, received a degree in keyboard technology in 2010. Born and raised in Southern California, she has played live in all genre bands around Los Angeles. After college, she quickly developed a passion for film scoring and composed for many films. She has also produced and written two albums: In The Key Of Earth, and Spirit Healer (featuring the Native American flute), both available on all music platforms. Jazzlyn also worked as a session keyboard player for Beverly Hills’ GOOD Music record label working with Kanye West and Jay-Z. 

In her spare time, Jazzlyn has a passion for building Harley Davidson motorcycles and holds a mechanical engineering degree. 

Jazzlyn is currently dedicated to the band WE ARE THE 80’s.  Her equipment setup includes a Roland Fantom 06 & Roland Juno-DS.

Katherine Taras

Katherine is a co-vocalist in the band and its newest addition. Born and raised on the other side of the Pacific Ocean in the city of Vladivostok, she has always had “Sweet Dreams” of California. She began singing at an early age in elementary school and later joined her city’s junior choir, with which she spent years, often singing lead.

Before settling in L.A., she spent two years traveling across Asia and Europe, supporting herself by singing in bars and on the streets, captivating crowds of cheering listeners “Dancing in the Dark” to her voice. “Don’t Stop Believin’” became her mantra, helping her “Jump” across the ocean and land on the same soil as those “Born in the U.S.A.”For over five years, she has been part of the L.A. music scene, performing and recording both original songs and covers. Her latest inspiration as a singer and performer comes from legends like Michael Jackson and Freddie Mercury, particularly their ‘80s era—a passion that led her to join the vibrant and upbeat band WE ARE THE 80’s. Because, in the end, all “Girls Just Want to Have Fun.”

Carl Buratti

Carl Buratti (aka “the 5^th Beatle”) is the dedicated sound man for WE ARE THE 80’s bringing the music of the iconic decade to life for the band’s audience. With a passion for delivering crystal-clear audio, he expertly sets up the PA system and ensures the perfect sound mix for every live performance. 

Trained by a world-renowned sound engineer, Carl’s technical expertise and attention to detail help create an immersive concert experience for audiences. Whether it’s balancing vocals, fine-tuning instruments, or troubleshooting on the fly, Carl’s commitment to audio excellence is a cornerstone of the band’s success.