Stage 19 is the musical fusion of blind American couple Molly McClenahan and Josh de Lioncourt. Their sound combines a variety of retro styles and influences into a rich tapestry that is all their own. From adult contemporary to Euro-pop, or R&B to dance, they weave their way in and out of genres, the way pop used to be.

Molly was born and raised in rural Pennsylvania. At age fourteen, she began classical vocal training, which she continued through college. She performed in choirs at both her high school and university, progressing to state level championships. Vocally, her influences include Whitney Houston and Mariah Carrie, and she loves the Beatles.

Growing up in southern California, Josh lost his vision at age six. Shortly thereafter, he discovered the music of George Michael, who remains his most definitive influence. He began formal piano instruction in his early teens. Although Josh writes everything from fiction to software, composing music has always been his primary passion. His other influences include Sting, Elton John, and Lisa Loeb, among many others.

In the summer of 2006, the couple were introduced to one another through a mutual friend. She was a singer. He was a song writer. Despite knowing these facts about each other, it didn’t occur to either of them to work musically together until well into their relationship. Now, they’re married!