Tocotronic is a German indie rock band formed 1993 as trio in Hamburg. They are regarded as being part of the Hamburger Schule, a musical movement based in and around Hamburg.
In 2004 Rick McPhail joined Tocotronic officially as the band's fourth member as additional guitarist. After completion a new album, Rick McPhail have decided in October 2024 to take an indefinite leave of absence for personal and health reasons.