Our Story
Cosmic Botanica makes music for the space between deep listening and movement. Formed in Los Angeles in 2010, the collective grew from impromptu jam sessions among friends into a shared musical language—turning improvised grooves into songs while keeping the spontaneity of the original jams.
Jazz-funk, acid jazz, reggae dub, Latin rhythms, hip-hop textures, and breakbeats shape the sound. Influences range from Sly and the Family Stone and Funkadelic to Herbie Hancock, Joe Zawinul, Lee “Scratch” Perry, Nightmares on Wax, and Thievery Corporation.
Built around shared grooves and improvisation, the collective brings together bass, keyboards, Moog, flute, and drums, with vocals and wind instruments joining select performances. Recorded releases explore vocal collaborations and electronic textures, while live sets leave room for melodic conversation and movement.
From a 2018 residency at Bon Vivant in Atwater Village to a 2026 residency at The Escondite in Downtown Los Angeles, Cosmic Botanica has continued to develop its live sound. Recent releases “Supernova Love” and “Get It Hot” connect that foundation with atmospheric textures, tropical rhythms, and late-night energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we expect from a live set?
Primarily instrumental grooves with bass, keyboards, Moog, flute, and drums, with vocals and wind instruments added for select performances. Sets can run 30, 45, or 60 minutes, with multiple-set engagements also available.
How can I book Cosmic Botanica?
For concerts, festivals, residencies, private events, collaborations, press, or music licensing, visit our Contact page or email manage.me@henaosteve.com.
How can I support the band?
Stream, save, and share the music, or explore our merch shop. Purchases and donations help support new recordings, videos, and future shows.