Toby Leaman

About

Indie-rock singer-songwriter, bassist, and guitarist best known as the co-founder, co-frontman, and primary bassist for the popular harmony-driven rock band Dr. Dog. In 2022, he expanded his artistic horizon by releasing a surprise debut solo EP called Military Applications under the stylized solo name dd Toby Leaman.

Before fame

His public music career officially kicked off during his teenage years in the late 1990s when he began recording home tracks alongside his lifelong musical partner.

Trivia

Within Dr. Dog, every member adopted a playful stage nickname starting with the letter "T", and his specific moniker is Tables. He is highly revered by fans for his raw, soulful vocals and dynamic stage presence, often leaving his entire energy out on the stage during live shows.

Family life

He grew up in Chester County, Pennsylvania, and later relocated to Wilmington, Delaware. He is married to his wife, Sara Leaman, and the couple moved their household to Wilmington to be closer to her side of the family. He is also a father and has openly noted writing songs like "Death from Below" at home for his children.

Associated with

He is the Bassist in Dr. Dog.