The Groove Company was founded in 1996 by Ian Elwick and Martyn Smith, formerly of Vancouver based funk outfit Silicone Souls. As the main composers for the group, Ian and Martyn wrote over 40 songs together during the band's 7 years on the scene.

Once Silicone Souls disbanded, Ian and Martyn decided to continue their writing partnership in their basement studio. Over the next 3 years, the two explored writing commercial cuts in many genres, but mainly targeting dance, country and rock.

Martyn is now focused on his very demanding multi-media company, and while Ian produces audio for a living, he continues to pursue his passion for songwriting and is now producing new tracks in the pop and country genres.