Nine-piece ensemble Ideateam is bringing the funk to Tahoe’s North Shore: On Friday, April 28, the group plays Crystal Bay Casino.

“Consisting of two guitars, bass, drums, percussion, brass section and a cast of featured vocalists, the group explores the corridors of groove while flipping through styles like a deck of cards, flowing in and around various genres.

“Their live sound brings essences of old and new, blended with a few drops of extraterrestrial soundscapes — presented by a group of people who simply love to play music,” states the band’s online biography.

Ideateam has released two albums: The first, “&?! (And What Now)” debuted in 2014 and included original instrumental tracks featuring guest musicians, while the second — “Moving Still” — dropped in 2016 and was accompanied by a handful of video releases.

“The group seeks to continue evolving the live music experience they are quickly becoming known for, and further cultivating a positive connection with people through music,” concludes the bio.

Ideateam performs in the Crystal Bay Club Casino Red Room beginning at 10 p.m.

The gig is free to attend, and the venue is located at 14 NV 28.

Additional information is available online at http://www.crystalbaycasino.com.

Learn more about the group on its website, http://www.ideateamband.com, or through Instagram and Facebook (@ideateamband).

Guests must be 21 or older.

— Lake Tahoe Action