Meet Black Pearl Ensemble, a lively music group from Oahu, Hawaii. They're all about mixing Neo soul, 70's funk, jazz, and sexy psychedelia. They came together during the Black Pearl Studio sessions, creating a space where each member adds their own style. At the core of this group is the collaboration of Kona Askari, guitarist, engineer, producer and owner of Black Pearl Studios and composer, multi-instrumentalist Thomas Mackay. They've been making music together for almost a decade and are the driving force behind Black Pearl Ensemble sound. To complete the band, they brought in two expressive musicians from Oahu. Ernie Provencher, a bassist with a diverse background, adds depth and groove. Drummer Cristian Pangaribaun, originally from Guam via Colorado, brings his own rhythmic style. Hawaii-born vocalist Shereen Patrice, also known as Lady Patrice, adds her lyrics, soul and charm to the music. DJ Leanski, a world renown break dancer, choreographer, and mixer from Boston, adds an extra layer of groove and innovation. Together, Black Pearl Ensemble creates a captivating blend of sounds and takes you on a musical journey. Their performances are a groovy adventure that shows the power of collaboration and the universal language of music.