Black Ice is an American no wave and deathrock band formed in Oakland, California in 1999 by Stevenson Sedjwick and Skot Brown. Initially focusing on acoustic instruments, samples, and found sounds, the group's early music was primarily instrumental and was featured in local art performances. In 2001, Miss Kel joined on lead vocals. The band released its first four-song demo in March 2002, and was later joined by Kevin Brown and Melanie X. This lineup released the EP Eve EP in March 2003, followed by the debut studio album, Terrible Birds, on Hungry Eye Records in June 2005. Subsequent albums include Myopia (2007) and Before the First Light (2010). The band's music also appeared on various compilations, including the Charm motion picture soundtrack, which featured the track “Departure” in May 2001.
