Pearly Press Kit

Approved artist bio

Pearly is the Brooklyn-based, trans-masc, psychedelic rock project of Kendall Perry (they/he). Pearly subverts our understanding of a rockstar by showing us his own window into trans masculinity: a tender exploration of newfound boyhood. Combining adventurous chord progressions with dreamy and playful lyrics, Pearly invites us into the euphoric experience of meeting oneself.

Relentlessly rushing into the stampeding sounds of triumph, “Late Bloomer, Baby” is the debut single from Pearly’s glam psychedelic pop band, produced by Oliver Ignatius of Holy Fang Studios. In this joyous, life-affirming manifestation of trans euphoria, rock ‘n roll meets 60’s psychedelic nostalgia with undeniable Beach Boys influence in luscious harmonies pouring into the single’s outro. “Perennial I aim to be”, the repeating lyric at the end, like a mantra, a philosophy, to keep becoming, evolving, peeling back the layers and staying curious and alive to this life.

Pearly and their all-queer & non-binary band are rolling out their debut EP "Pearly Boy” this summer. A celebration of queer and trans life—Pearly’s music is a safe space for the in-between and beyond to shine. Their next single, a luscious and tender baroque pop ballad “Boygirlhood” is set to release June 20th, 2025.