Stephaniesĭd

**Stephaniesĭd** was an American indie pop band from Asheville, North Carolina, formed in 2001. The band primarily performed as a duo, featuring vocalist and keyboardist Stephanie Morgan and keyboardist and vocalist Chuck Lichtenberger. Over its history, nearly thirty musicians contributed to the band's sound, which blended elements of pop-noir and soulful dream-pop. Their music often incorporated unconventional instruments like trombones, trumpets, and vibraphones, creating a unique sonic landscape. Stephaniesĭd's discography includes albums such as *Spiral In*, *Grus Americanus*, *Warm People*, *starfruit*, and *Excavator*. The band's style was praised for its unexpected sonic turns, with comparisons to artists like Björk and Rilo Kiley.

Stephanie Morgan, the lead vocalist, now performs as the solo artist Pink Mercury. The band's name, "Stephaniesĭd," was inspired by the Freudian/Jungian concept of the id, symbolizing the seat of impulses and desires. Stephaniesĭd was active in the music scene, performing at notable festivals like Bonnaroo and organizing the POPAsheville festival. Their music was described as a "beguiling mix of sounds" with a distinctive voice and style that was both eclectic and captivating.