Individuals, from different backgrounds, who play an eclectic range of music from Traditional & Contemporary Hawaiian, Pop/Soul, R&B, Rock, Punk, Blues, and Funk.

Along with superb vocals, we showcase a master Ukulele/Guitarist, combined with smooth percussions, blending uniquely with music.

Our diverse background in music (from rock, musical theatre, bluegrass, hawaiian, etc.) allows us to explore an eclectic range of genres and keeps us continuously growing as musicians. There's a little something for everyone in our music that caters to any event.

BAND BIOS

Sherrell-Lee, Lead Vocalist: A born and raised California native of Hawaiian, Chamorro, and Asian descent. She has been performing Hawaiian music for over 15 yrs and also performs in Musical Theatre as well as various solo projects throughout the Bay Area. Sherrell-Lee is greatly influenced by her grandfather Edwin Mang Sook Lee, who as a child and during her visits to Hawaii, would play ukulele and sing at all family events.  Her other musical inspirations are Bette Midler, Etta James, and Ronnie Spector of the Ronettes.

Tara Devlin, Bass/Vocals:  Tara brings a unique blend of island vibes and gritty rock 'n' roll to Elima. Heavily influenced by reggae legends like Sublime and Josey Wales, her bass lines groove with a laid-back island feel. But don't let the sunshine fool you – Tara's got a punk rock heart, honed in years of rocking out with various bands. Expect a powerful and unexpected edge to her playing that adds a fresh dimension to Elima's sound.

Kevin Lam, Rhythm/Lead Guitar/Vocals: Local boy from the island of Oahu who's love of music began after learning a few Ka'au Crater Boys tunes on ukulele and acoustic guitar from a close cousin, but it wasn't until a Fender Strat called to him from a pawn shop window, that his interest in music intensified. After spending most of his music career rocking venues such as: the living room, bedroom, garage, and backyard, he's had opportunities to play in a few Hawaiian bands covering a wide range of music genres allowing him to continue to grow as a musician. Music preferences and favorite artist change on a weekly basis...

Vince Arroyo, Drums/Cajon/Percussion/Vocals: Marching to the beat of his own drums, Vince found his rock when as a child, he fell in love with the intricate sounds he heard upon hitting empty glasses, cups, walls, tables, tub water, his friend's heads, you name it, with screwdrivers, hairbrushes, silverware and his toys. He especially liked playing air drums with his batman mobile-car as a drum stick, it gave him a sense of belonging in a world... Vince is a percussionist who enjoys making loud sounds with his sticks and hands but no longer screwdrivers on his grade school drum set AND super-duper cajon. He is passionate about design and is immersed in the world of technology.

Waddy Dacay, Rhythm Guitar/Vocals: Originally from the island of Kauai, Waddy has performed with other Bay Area bands. His music inspirations are SRV, Muddy Waters, BB King, T-Bone Walker, Albert King and Joe Bonamassa. His favorite genres are Blues, Rock, Jazz, and Reggae.

Photographer: Bethany Nasont

Musicians: Sherrell-Lee - Lead Vocals | Waddy - Rhythm Guitar, Vocals | Vince - Percussions, Vocals | Kevin - Lead Guitar, Vocals | Tara - Bassist, Vocals