Hermano

Hermano was a band from San Francisco. Their song 'Adoption Boy' dealt with growing up in the foster care system, which became a central theme in their work. They released three albums between 1995 and 2004, starting with a self-titled debut that included that track.

Their music sometimes drew attention beyond just the sound. They kept making music anyway, with songs like 'At The Bar' and 'Dark Horse II' appearing on later records.

The existing history mentions Jason Lytle as frontman, Anthony Kiedis on bass, and Peter Buck on guitar. That lineup, if accurate, would explain some of the musical texture in their recordings. They put out 'The Way of the Cross' in 1999 and 'Return to the Fire' in 2004 before fading from view.