The Band Toto
Toto is often accused of being too polished or calculated. However, in concert the band exhibits a more raw intensity. Guitarist-extraordinaire Steve Lukather demonstrates why he is considered one of the best session musicians in the business.
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Albums
The discography of American rock band Toto includes 13 studio albums, four live albums, and a number of compilations. In addition to the release of original music, Toto has also done work with other artists and on soundtracks for films. The band has won multiple Grammy Awards for their work.
Before the formation of Toto the group, members worked as session work for other musicians. Drummer Jeff Porcaro, bassist David Hungate, and keyboardist David Paich (the son of session percussionist Marty Paich and brother of guitarist Joe Porcaro) played on Boz Scaggs album from 1975 Silk Degrees. Toto was formed in the year 1976 in the wake of the collaboration.
Turn Back, Toto's third studio album, was criticized by critics due to not having hit singles. In 1985 the group's singer Fergie Fredericksen left The band held auditions to find a new frontman. The band selected guitarist Steve Lukather, and recorded Fahrenheit in 1986.
In 1998, Toto celebrated its 20th anniversary by re-discovering old demos and tapes to release a special record called Toto XX. The album was well-received by fans and the band went on a tour with former members Bobby Kimball, Steve Porcaro, and Joseph Williams.
During the tour for the album 40 Trips Around the Sun the drummer Leland Sklar left the group and was replaced by Shem von Schroeck. In 2017, Toto released a double-CD live set titled Falling in Between, which included recordings from the tour as well as an interview with Toto.
Tours
Toto is a rock band from the United States that was formed in Van Nuys in Greater Los Angeles in 1977. The group is comprised of Steve Lukather (vocalist/guitarist), David Paich (bassist), Steve Porcaro (keyboardist/vocalist), Jeff Porcaro and Joseph Williams vocalist/guitarist. The group's eclectic blend of influences has made them one of the most listened-to bands ever. The band's music has been featured in more than 200 movies and TV shows including The Godfather and The Prince of Egypt.
In 1983, the band released Toto IV, which earned the band worldwide recognition. The group embarked on an international tour to promote the album after its success. During the tour Bobby Kimball, the lead singer, was detained for drug-related charges. The band decided to let him leave at the end of the tour and hired singer/guitarist Joseph Williams in his place. Drummer David Hungate also left the band after the tour. Leland Sklar was his replacement.
The TOTO Museum is an impressive futuristic structure that houses a number of exhibit rooms that are devoted to telling the story of the company and its most innovative products. Its exhibits include toilets faucets, and tableware that have supported the expansion of the TOTO brand over the past half century. The museum also hosts special exhibits throughout the year.
TOTO's mission "Enriching lives with water" is their stance on making water accessible to everyone in the globe. They are working towards their vision of a world in which everyone has access to clean, safe drinking water by 2050.
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Videos
Toto has released a variety of music videos. The band has also released a number of compilation videos and DVDs. The band's most popular video is "Africa" which has over one billion views. The video is set in a library, with the band performing on top of a stack of African books.
The track "Africa" is from the album Toto IV. The song was written by the band members and produced David Paich. It was a huge success in Europe and a variety of other countries. The success of the single helped Toto to regain their popularity following their previous album Turn Back failed to chart in America.
Toto began a global tour following the release of their album. The group included touring musicians Lenny Castro, Shannon Forrest, Warren Ham and Shem von Schroeck. In addition guitarist Steve Lukather released his second solo album, Luke.
In 1985, Fergie Frederiksen, Toto's drummer, quit Toto due to personal reasons. The group held an audition to find an alternative for Frederiksen.
Prior to and during the creation of Toto, its members did session work for a variety of artists. Toto was created following Jeff Porcaro, bassist David Hungate and Boz Scaggs recorded Silk Degrees. 토토사이트 was a regular on records by Steely Dan, Seals and Crofts, and Sonny and Cher.
In 1998, Toto started working on a project entitled Old Is New. The album featured three brand new tracks as well as a number of finished recordings of older songs. The album was a global success and the band toured on tours to promote it.
News
Toto known for the hit single "Africa" Recently, the band came together to promote their latest album, All In. The album was released on November 6, 2018 and included three brand new tracks from the forthcoming 40 Trips Around the Sun, plus recorded versions of four older tracks that featured Jeff Porcaro on drums and either Mike or Steve Porcaro on bass. The album also featured an original cover of Weezer's song "Hash Pipe" which the band decided to add after hearing the song on the radio.
The TOTO Group strives to contribute to the creation of a society in which people live in peace and in harmony with nature. We are committed to the conservation of water and other resources, as well as to lessening the environmental impact of our business and products. The TOTO Group will continue to tackle global environmental issues that affect all humankind in the long term and actively work towards the pursuit of a carbon-free society.
Toto has its own museum, dedicated to the history of the company and products. The museum is located in Kokura, Kitakyushu. The museum is accessible to the public and has numerous exhibit rooms. If you're interested in learning more about the history of Toto as well as their famous toilets, then the museum is worth a visit.
Members of Toto have performed with artists such as Steely Dan, Quincy Jones, Eric Clapton, Michael McDonald, Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band, Los Lobotomys, Boz Scaggs, Seals and Crofts, Larry Carlton, Earth, Wind & Fire, Yes, Eddie Van Halen, David Foster, Yoso, Los Lobos and Richard Page. Toto has also recorded music for a variety of television shows and films.
Toto was formed in Los Angeles, California by friends from high school, David Paich, Steve Lukather and brothers Jeff and Mike Porcaro. The band quickly became one of the most popular rock groups around the globe and has sold more than 40 million albums. They continue to play sold-out concerts worldwide and has earned numerous awards and accolades. Toto's members are serious about their music, but don't take themselves all that seriously. This has led to their success.