Black Ice, emerging from the vibrant Oakland, California scene in 1999, stands as a formidable presence in the no wave and deathrock genres. Founded by Stevenson Sedgwick and Skot Brown, both of whom hail from the influential act The Phantom Limbs, Black Ice is known for their dark, experimental sound that pushes the boundaries of electronic and dance music. Sedgwick and Brown bring a rich history of musical exploration to the group, with Sedgwick's involvement in bands like Factory Of Angst and Bloody Melinda, and Brown's tenure with Anal Kitties, Oliver Klossoff And The Applicators, and Holy Revolver Society, further enriching Black Ice's sonic palette. The group's commitment to evolving the no wave and deathrock styles, through their innovative use of electronic elements, has marked them as pivotal contributors to the broader electronic music landscape.
