The Band Toto

Some criticize Toto for being too polished and controlled however, in live performances they unleash 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 the American rock band Toto includes 13 studio albums, four live albums, as well as numerous compilations. In addition to releasing original music, Toto has also done work with other artists and on soundtracks for films. The group has won multiple Grammy Awards.

Before Toto was formed the members of the group performed sessions 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' 1975 album Silk Degrees. The group's collaboration led to the formation of Toto in the year 1976.

Turn Back, Toto's third studio album was criticized by critics due to lacking hit singles. In 1985 the singer Fergie Frederiksen left the group and the band held auditions to find the new frontman. Guitarist Steve Lukather was chosen, and the band recorded the 1986 album Fahrenheit.

Toto released Toto XX in 1998 to mark its 20th anniversary. The group went through old tapes and recordings to create the unique record. The album was a hit by fans and the band embarked on a tour featuring former members Bobby Kimball, Steve Porcaro and Joseph Williams.

Shem Von Schröck replaced Leland Sklar as drummer on the tour for the 40 Trips Around the Sun album. In 2017, Toto released a double-CD live set called Falling in Between, which included live 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, guitarist/vocalist. The diverse mix of influences within the group has made it one of the most well-known groups ever. The band's music has been featured in more than 200 TV and film productions, including The Godfather and The Prince of Egypt.

In 1983, the band released Toto IV, which earned the band worldwide praise. The band began an international tour to promote the album following its success. The tour was interrupted when Bobby Kimball, the lead singer, was detained for drug-related charges. The band decided to let him go at the conclusion of the tour and then hired guitarist and singer 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 building that has several rooms devoted to telling the story about the company and its most innovative products. The exhibits include toilets, faucets, and tableware that have aided the growth of the TOTO brand over the last half century. The museum also has special exhibits throughout the year.

TOTO's ethos "Enriching lives with water" is their stance on bringing water's benefits to everyone around the globe. They are working towards their goal of a world in which everyone has access to safe, clean drinking water by 2050.

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Videos

Toto has released a variety of music videos. The band has also released several compilation videos and DVDs. The most popular video of the band is "Africa", with over one billion views. The video is set in a library and features the band performing in front of a pile of books about Africa.

The song "Africa" is from the album Toto IV. It was written by band members and produced by David Paich. It was a huge hit in Europe and other countries. The success of the single helped Toto to regain their popularity after their previous album Turn Back failed to chart in America.

Toto embarked on a world tour following the release 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 the drummer Fergie Frederiksen quit Toto due to personal reasons. The group held an audition to find a replacement for Frederiksen.

Prior to and during the time of Toto's formation, its members worked as session musicians for a broad range of artists. Toto was created following Jeff Porcaro, bassist David Hungate and Boz Scaggs recorded Silk Degrees. Keyboardist Paich was frequent on records by Steely Dan, Seals and Crofts, and Sonny and Cher.

In 1998, Toto started working on the project titled Old Is New. The album featured three brand new tracks, as well as a number of finished recordings of songs from the past. The album became a huge hit and the band went on tour to promote it.

News

Toto is famous for their popular song "Africa" Recently, the band reunited to promote their new album, All In. The album, which was released on November 6, 2018 included three new tracks from the forthcoming 40 Trips Around the Sun as well as a complete recording of four tracks from the past with Jeff Porcaro playing drums and Mike or Steve Porcaro playing bass. The album included the cover version of Weezer's song "Hash Pipe" which they added after hearing it on the radio.

The TOTO Group aims to create an environment where people live in harmony and peace with nature. We are committed to the conservation of water and other resources, as well as to lessening the environmental impact of our products and businesses. The TOTO Group will continue working on global environmental issues that are shared by all of humanity in the long run and actively pursue sustainable societies.

Toto has its own museum dedicated to the history of the company and products. The museum is located in Kokura in Kitakyushu. The museum is free to visit and 스포츠토토 꽁머니 토지노 사이트 (mariskamast.net said) features several exhibition rooms. If you want to learn 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. In addition, 메이저사이트 바록가기 (official Mariskamast blog) the band has recorded soundtracks for numerous movies and television shows.

Toto was formed in Los Angeles by high school age friends drummer David Paich, guitarist Steve Lukather and brothers Jeff and Mike Porcaro. The group has sold more than 40 million albums and is one of the most listened-to groups around the globe. The band continues to perform sold-out shows all over the world and has been awarded numerous awards and praises. Toto's members are serious about their music, but don't take themselves all that seriously. This has contributed to their success.