The Lemongrowers were and still are the baby of prolific songwriter Richard Brooks. Richard started writing under this name in the late 1980s. The band effectively being a vehicle for Richard's songwriting, the line-up has shifted over the years. His early releases were primarily through Noisebox Records, including two albums, his style of writing and playing was very reminiscent of The Beatles, usually with quite a psychedelic slant, and he favoured recording at The Swamp. Richard has recently (2008) recorded a new album, his style has shifted in a jazz direction over the last 20 years.