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Tacoma, Seattle WA, United States (1993 – 2002)
With polyrhythmic guitar stylings, raw vocals, progressive song structures, and a unique sound, Botch were prominent in the underground hardcore scene from 1993 until 2002.
In May 1998, the four-piece from Tacoma, Washington released their first album, American Nervoso.
On November 30, 1999, Hydra Head released Botch’s We Are the Romans. Since its initial release, bands have been influenced by its style, creating, to many, what is now called mathcore.
Recently, Hydra Head Records has released Unifying Themes Redux, an anthology of EPs and compilation tracks as well as a few unreleased tracks and a live set that was originally released by Excursion Records. In addition to this, on December 5 Hydra Head released 061502, a CD/DVD of Botch’s final show.
American Nervoso was remastered and re-released in July 2007. The new version included four demo tracks and an extended version of Spitting Black. In September 2007 Hydra Head released a deluxe edition of We Are the Romans featuring two discs; the first being the actual album, and the second filled with seven demos from the album and four live tracks.
Since their break-up in 2002, members have gone on to take part in bands such as Minus the Bear, These Arms Are Snakes, Roy, and Russian Circles. After a long hiatus, singer Dave Verellen has recently returned to the scene with Narrows.
Botch was:
Dave Verellen (vocals)
Brian Cook (bass)
dave knudson (guitar)
Tim Latona (drums)
In May 1998, the four-piece from Tacoma, Washington released their first album, American Nervoso.
On November 30, 1999, Hydra Head released Botch’s We Are the Romans. Since its initial release, bands have been influenced by its style, creating, to many, what is now called mathcore.
Recently, Hydra Head Records has released Unifying Themes Redux, an anthology of EPs and compilation tracks as well as a few unreleased tracks and a live set that was originally released by Excursion Records. In addition to this, on December 5 Hydra Head released 061502, a CD/DVD of Botch’s final show.
American Nervoso was remastered and re-released in July 2007. The new version included four demo tracks and an extended version of Spitting Black. In September 2007 Hydra Head released a deluxe edition of We Are the Romans featuring two discs; the first being the actual album, and the second filled with seven demos from the album and four live tracks.
Since their break-up in 2002, members have gone on to take part in bands such as Minus the Bear, These Arms Are Snakes, Roy, and Russian Circles. After a long hiatus, singer Dave Verellen has recently returned to the scene with Narrows.
Botch was:
Dave Verellen (vocals)
Brian Cook (bass)
dave knudson (guitar)
Tim Latona (drums)
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idontgetitatall wrote:
i think "AN" and "WAtR" are both masterpieces
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rg_gapa wrote:
Waiting for a band at least in 50% good as Botch...
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Semichronic wrote:
Ridiculously good.
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BLACKMETUHL wrote:
what is there to not get? it's just a couple of sailor beefcakes. also fuck anyone who doesn't listen to this band.
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FIN-V wrote:
Sometimes boys love boys.
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EvilCashew wrote:
I love Botch, but I've never understood this shirt... ( http://www.bluecollardistro.com/hydrahead/product_info.php?products_id=2037&cPath=4_17&store=#.TyIEZYGwWAB ) I'm assuming it's a joke, but I just don't get it. Can anyone explain?
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tr_lovepunk wrote:
I saw them in Hawaii of all places. Long time ago...
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icore8 wrote:
@bluntbulletloco, you are not alone.
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andeveryone- wrote:
Comeback tour needed in 2012. I"m letting a rare copy of 'An anthology...' go for anyone who never got hold of it - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/170759412613?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649#ht_500wt_1413
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Mercenarion wrote:
"American Nervoso>>> WATR" Oh wow, no. Sure it is a great album, but it does not surpass the masterpiece of We Are The Romans.
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lyooonya wrote:
STAY HARDCORE \Ь/
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Bongair wrote:
Fuck, I love this band. Why did they have to split when I was 14 and hadn't heard of them ;[
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n_gink wrote:
apparently knudson was the only one not on board for a Botch reunion at that Converge show in Seattle. Pettibone said so onstage. i now forever disavow Minus the Bear
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astronautlove wrote:
OMA!!!
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kevinrocks409 wrote:
comeback tour. i will travel anywhere and pay any amount of money to see [3] I am 100% serious when I say this too.
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simpleisbliss88 wrote:
An antholofy of dead ends is sooooo epic...cant believe i missed that album somehow
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Norulz wrote:
American Nervoso>>> WATR [2] and then some
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Goldmember1213 wrote:
I too would kill for a reunion (even one show) but sadly I don't think it will ever happen.
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cometbus wrote:
this band slays
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Patricl{ wrote:
comeback tour. i will travel anywhere and pay any amount of money to see... within a budget of 150 quid.
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We Are The Romans Featured in Precious Metal: The Decibel Hall Of Fame Book
7 Jul 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/botch
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