Phoenecia is an experimental electronic music duo originally from Miami, Florida, consisting of Josh Kay and Romulo Del Castillo. Gaining recognition in the late 1990s and early 2000s within the IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) scene, Phoenecia is known for their complex, abstract soundscapes that blend elements of glitch, ambient, and electro. Prior to forming Phoenecia, Kay and Del Castillo were members of the group Soul Oddity, which leaned more towards techno and electro.

The duo co-founded the record label Schematic Music Company in 1995, which became a beacon for avant-garde electronic music, promoting not just their work but also gaining a reputation for showcasing innovative artists. Phoenecia's early release, "Odd Jobs," was a significant contribution to their genre, as it demonstrated their knack for intricate rhythms and atmospheric synthesis. Throughout their career, they have maintained an explorative edge, as demonstrated in later works such as "Brownout" and "Randa Roomet," showing a continuous evolution of their distinctive electronic sound marked by meticulous production and an unconventional approach to rhythm and texture. With albums like "Demissions" and "Echelon Mall," Phoenecia has delved into more conceptual territories, often intertwining a commentary on consumerism and modern culture with their auditory experiments. Their comprehensive anthology, "Solid State Compendium," reasserts their position as key figures in the underground electronic music tapestry, exhibiting a discography that is prolific, diverse, and perpetually ahead of its time.