On day two we discovered some more instruments in the potting shed and decided to give the vocals a rest while we try to perfect the music. We’ll be gargling eucalyptus tea throughout the festive season. God Jul.

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The Botanists are a young and naïve band. They know little about musical structure or narrative storytelling; preferring to spend their time watering their beloved Amorphophallus Titanums. This song was the result of a rare 60 minutes outside of the polytunnel. Captured directly to YouTube in only the second run through, any lapse in talent can immediately be substituted for honest intentions and a strong will. Their next plans are to practise.