There’s really not that much to know about ‘loaf’. Nine members in all, six are siblings. Mary, Ellen, Tim, Peter, Ann & Dominic are six of eight Hirota brothers and sisters. They, along with Brian, Rick and Jeff (the others in the band) act as one big family: working together, goofing off, fighting and performing. 

Through the years, many projects evolved: “The Johnsons”, “Tita’s One-Night-Stand Band”, “Witness”, “Flyer” and dozens of other limited-edition variations.  Dominic had an original band, “Unleded”, where he explored grunge, alternative, post-punk and a range of similar styles.

When playing ‘cover’ gigs, they call themselves “Cheap Date”, the name that has been their longest-surviving incarnation.  Then came “loaf”.  This is the name of the original project.  Their first project, “Damascus”, has its roots in folk, blues and straight-forward classic rock. There is no shock here. That is not the intention, rather, the emulsion of strong lyrics, ethereal harmonies, musical hooks and pure musicianship form a very strong inaugural effort.

Just released, it has already gotten the attention and praise of several long-time industry professionals. More about the individual band members on the Band Bios page.