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TOTO to play New Zealand   —  

Last update: Wed, Dec 19, 2007

TOTO will be playing at the Civic in Auckland on March 2nd for the first time ever in New Zealand. Tickets go on sale this weekend. For all details check out the Tour Dates and Tickets page.
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Short Luke interview on Alloutguitar.com   —  

Last update: Wed, Dec 19, 2007

There's a new interview with Steve Lukather over at www.alloutguitar.com.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 11:55
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Falling In Between Live Video Montage   —  

Last update: Thu, Dec 13, 2007

Now exclusively available in our Media section you can find two very special video montages from the newly released live double CD (and forthcoming DVD) Falling In Between Live!
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New TOTO weblinks   —  

Last update: Sat, Dec 8, 2007

We've added some new video links to the Multimedia section. Check out the rare promo video for "Straight For The Heart" in "TOTO on the web" as well as some great related Youtube videos.
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New Steve Lukather album on February 22nd   —  

Last update: Tue, Dec 4, 2007

Frontiers Records is thrilled to announce the European release of STEVE
LUKATHER's brand new studio album entitled "Ever Changing Times" on February
22nd 2008.

Best known as guitar player and singer for TOTO and tireless session man,
Steve Lukather released so far three vocal solo albums. "Ever Changing
Times" is certainly another musical gem to be added to the list of top
quality productions featuring his classic trademarks: exquisite playing,
finely crafted productions and a very diverse range of music styles,
encompassing heartfelt ballads, straight-ahead rockers and fusion
extravaganza.



"It's been 10 years since my last "vocal" record", explains Lukather,
introducing his new album "And I thought it was time to rock again and
sing". While his songwriting and abilities naturally evolved with time, one
can't deny that "good music is always good music", especially when the
creative process was "done in the traditional way: guys playing in a room
together and writing good songs".

The result of this new studio effort, which lasted several months in between
Toto tours during 2007, are eleven songs which incorporate all aspects Steve
Lukather is well known for. "The record rocks harder than Toto, but there is
enough melodic stuff on there to please any Toto fan. There is also stuff
that sounds youthful because my co-producer Steve Macmillan and my son were
keeping me honest and up to date" says Luke, "It shows a lot of my
influences and music I like. If it sounds good, then I keep it".
Steve of course could not make it all on his own. How could a musician that
played on hundreds of records of other amazing artists could make it without
some help ? But this time there are some very special people and friends
involved. "My writing partner / executive producer Randy Goodrum suggested
that I should do this record. He got me excited to do something different
and work with such great players and songwriters. I was also thrilled that
my son Trevor co-wrote 2 of the tunes with us and my daughter sang on a tune
and all my friends and amazing musos came out to support". The list of
special guest also includes former Toto singer Joseph Williams and Chicago's
Bill Champlin on background vocals, Leland Sklar on bass, Steve Weingart,
Jeff Babko, Randy Goodrum on keyboards and synths plus a Steve Porcaro cameo
on one track, Abe Laboriel Jr. on drums and other friends and guest stars
who all lent their talent to ensure a truly exciting and fresh result.
"I think if you blindfolded rock critics and played them "Tell Me What You
Want From Me", they would be VERY surprised to find out who the artist is",
says Luke presenting the songs on the new album, adding "I also really like
the way "Stab in the Back" turned out. I am a Steely Dan fan and I know
Donald Fagen and Walter Becker and this was a tribute to them".
"Ever Changing Times" offered Steve Lukather a unique chance to showcase his
invigorating musical freedom and is set to give the listener a complete
reward for his attention and dedication.

The complete track listing is as follows.

Ever Changing Times

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The Letting Go

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New World

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I Am

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Tell Me What You Want From Me
Jammin With Jesus
Stab in the Back
Never Ending Nights
Icebound
How Many Zeros
The Truth

Steve Lukather will also tour Europe and the rest of the World with his band
in the summer 2008. Lookout for dates in a city near you on
www.stevelukather.net

Weblinks: www.stevelukather.net
www.frontiers.it /
www.myspace.com/frontiersrecords
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Vote for Luke as Best Guitarist Ever!   —  

Last update: Tue, Dec 4, 2007

On VoteNumber1.com you can currently vote for Best Guitarist of all-time, so don't hesitate to support Steve Lukather there!
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Additional Japan date   —  

Last update: Tue, Dec 4, 2007

TOTO have just added another show in Tokyo on March 31st 2008. Tickets will go on sale December 15th.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 09:52
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David Paich as music coordinator on US TV Special   —  

Last update: Wed, Nov 28, 2007

SEVEN-TIME GRAMMY WINNER DAVID PAICH TO SERVE AS ONE OF THE MUSIC COORDINATORS FOR PRIME-TIME CBS SPECIAL MOVIES ROCK
Founding Toto Member Will Oversee Talent Including Carrie Underwood, Beyonce, Elton John for Special to Air Dec. 7 on CBS

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 26, 2007—Seven-time Grammy winner David Paich, whose songs for Toto include the 1983 Record of the Year “Rosanna” and co-writing the chart-topping “Africa” with Jeff Porcaro, will serve as Music Coordinator for the Movies Rock two-hour prime-time special, airing December 7 on CBS from the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles.

Carrie Underwood will sing the theme from the Sound of Music, Beyonce will perform “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” while Elton John will do a tribute to music from animated films. Other artists scheduled to appear include Mary J. Blige and John Legend singing a duet on Casablanca’s “As Time Goes By,” Jennifer Hudson performing a medley of James Bond themes and John Williams leading an orchestra in a medley of his movie themes.

The special is being produced in part by the Producers Guild of America and Conde Nast Media Group as part of their special magazine supplement sent free this month to subscribers of 14 of their titles. The Movie Rocks issue, dedicated to the use of music in films, features Bill Murray on the cover dressed as Vegas-era Elvis.

“I love award-winning film music and giving the selections a musical twist is a real challenge for me,” commented Paich, who earned Producer of the Year and songwriting honors for “Rosanna” at the ’82 Grammys, when Toto IV won a then-record six awards. “Working with people of this caliber is always an honor.”

Paich is one of the most successful songwriter/producers in pop music. His hits for Toto include “99,” “Hold the Line” and “Georgy Porgy,” as well as Cheryl Lynn’s smash, “Got to Be Real.” His credits include co-writing with Boz Scaggs on songs like “What Can I Say” and “Lowdown,” for which he shared a Best Rhythm & Blues Song Grammy in 1977. Paich earned an Emmy Award for Best Song with his father, songwriter/ composer Marty, for the Ironside theme, “Light the Way.” He wrote or co-wrote songs for Bryan Adams, Cher, George Benson, Jon Anderson and Chicago, among many others. Those for whom he has worked as an arranger include Michael Jackson, Rod Stewart, Patti Austin and Donna Summer.
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Simon on POTC 3 Special Edition DVD   —  

Last update: Tue, Nov 27, 2007

Simon Phillips, who played drums on the soundtrack of "Pirates of the Caribbean 3 - At World's End", is also featured in a documentary about the music of the movie on the 2 Disc Special Edition DVD box which has just been released. If you wacth carefully, you can catch some shots of him playing drums and talking to the composer Hans Zimmer.

Here are some more details on that collaboration from Simon himself:

"I have known Hans Zimmer for many years dating back to when we were both living in London. I believe we played on some sessions together. When I moved to LA he tracked me down and I worked on a few soundtracks at his studio, Media Ventures. The Lion King, The Preacher's Wife and a few others which escape me now. I got a call out of the blue to work on POTC 3 and off I went to Todd AO (a beautiful soundstage which sadly will close it's doors in December) and was set up in the large room where they were recording the orchestra. Wonderful sounding room which of course makes my job so much easier. We did a few cues that evening and it was fun to do some move work again. Hadn't read a chart with bar 247 in it for years - ha ha !!!
Anyway - Hans hadn't finished the score yet and I was just about to leave for Europe to tour with Toto. He insisted that I play on the rest of the score so whilst I was in Stuttgart he arranged for a studio there to be linked to his studio in Santa Monica - sent a load of files over to the Stuttgart studio via internet - and I went in and recorded the rest of the score. We used iChat to communicate with each other. Pretty cool really!"
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Luke and Greg on Thriller documentary   —  

Last update: Sat, Nov 24, 2007

On December 1, BBC Radio 2 will be broadcasting Thriller – Michael Jackson’s Masterpiece. The hour-long documentary tells the story of the most successful long player of all time.
The show features all the songs from the album with contributions from producer Quincy Jones, songwriter Rod Temperton, engineer Bruce Swedien, former CBS President Walter Yetnikoff, founder of MTV Bob Pittman, Paul McCartney, Toto's Steve Lukather and Greg Phillinganes, dancer Jeffrey Daniel and Motown President Berry Gordy.

We hear the story of how the LP nearly never got off the ground, how – when it finally did – it was a disaster and rapidly remixed, how the music critics reacted, how MTV came to Jackson’s rescue and how he returned the favour by making MTV the international station it is today. And, we he hear about the songs which catapulted Jackson into the status of global superstar.

Here is, at last, a Jackson documentary about the music, the phenomenon which became Thriller.

Toto fans will enjoy Luke recalling his and Jeff Porcaro's reaction to hearing Jackson and McCartney's The Girl Is Mine for the first time and how they laughed at the song's lyrics. Luke also talks about his role on Beat it and the use of Eddie Van halen for the song. Luke and Mike Porcaro discuss how Human Nature was rejected by the band who wanted to go down the rock and roll road more and Greg goes shopping with Jackson at the height of his fame.

The documentary - produced by Neil Cowling and Jed Pitman – airs on BBC Radio 2 on December 1 at 8pm GMT .

You can listen to the online stream at http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/aod/radio2.shtml
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TOTO at the U.S. Embassy in Buenos Aires   —  

Last update: Thu, Nov 15, 2007

TOTO visited the U.S. Embassy in Buenos Aires on November 6th and did a question and answer session with musician kids from various parts of BA. It was great fun for them and also to meet all the Embassy staff who kindly provided us with lots of great pictures from this event which you can find in a new Picture Gallery.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 13:32
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Bernard Purdie on Jeff Porcaro   —  

Last update: Wed, Nov 14, 2007

Inside MusiCast recently interviewed the legendary Bernard Purdie, who had much to say on Jeff Porcaro. Check out the Podcast on their website or download it below!

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Australia Tour Dates   —  

Last update: Tue, Nov 13, 2007

TOTO have just announced 5 shows in Australia in March! Check out all the details on the Tour Dates and the Tickets page.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 13:02
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Mexico Tour Dates   —  

Last update: Fri, Nov 9, 2007

TOTO have just announced new tour dates for Mexico in January/February 2008. Check out all the details on the Tour Dates.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 10:31
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"Falling In Between Live" German release date   —  

Last update: Sun, Oct 28, 2007

The official date for the release of "Falling In Between Live" in Germany has been pushed back to November 23rd. However, it's possible that some stores might have imports from Holland or Belgium where the album is released tomorrow.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 16:52
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Falling In Between Live Sound Clips   —  

Last update: Fri, Oct 19, 2007

After months of waiting, the release of Falling In Between Live is now only weeks away. Sound clips are now available online on our Releases Page, as well as a special feature.
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Falling In Between Live Double CD   —  

Last update: Thu, Oct 11, 2007

"Falling In Between Live", the new Double CD in stereo audio featuring the full Paris show from March 2007 will be released in Europe on October 29th! The US release will follow in early 2008, Japan and Far East are still to be confirmed. The DVD will be released worldwide in early 2008.




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Bobby to participate in cover band contest   —  

Last update: Tue, Oct 2, 2007

Bobby Kimball will preside over the jury for the final concert of the contest "BATTLE OF THE TOTO COVER BAND" October 18th, 2007 9pm at Magazzini Generali, Milan, Italy, via Pietrasanta 14. The CDs of the bands were heard by Bobby Kimball and the staff of GGM Studios. Two bands were then decided upon from that collaboration for the contest finals. When the winner is picked, Bobby will sing one or two songs with the winning band.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 10:49
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The happy Lukather family!   —  

Last update: Fri, Sep 21, 2007

With permission of Luke we bring you the first photo of the Lukather family with its newest member Lily Rose. The picture was taken by Lily's godfather Sterling Ball and features from left to right Tina Lukather, Steve Lukather, Lily Rose and Trevor Lukather.

Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 13:22
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A New Member of the Lukather Family   —  

Last update: Thu, Sep 20, 2007

Yesterday, Luke became a father for the third time after his wife, Shawn, gave birth to their daughter Lilly Rose. Congratulations to Luke and his family!
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David Paich to write a theme for 2008 Olympics   —  

Last update: Sun, Sep 16, 2007

David Paich is currently in China preparing to write a theme for the 2008 Olympic Games:

"I am currently in China (Shanghai) and have been here for two weeks on a vacation with my wife Lorraine and daughter Elizabeth. I am doing some research to write a theme for the 2008 Olympics. My daughter (who sings Bejing opera) is over here with me helping to translate for me with all the different Ethnic instruments. It is a real education to experience the similarities and differences in China's 5000 year old culture and music. Pictures to come soon!"
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Rockline appearance postponed   —  

Last update: Sat, Sep 15, 2007

Due to Simon Phillips' illness TOTO's scheduled Rockline appearance with Bob Coburn penned for Wednesday September 26th has been officially postponed.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 10:11
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Press Release from TOTO   —  

Last update: Fri, Sep 14, 2007

Dear Friends and Fans,

It is with great sadness that we must reluctantly inform all of you that Toto’s September 27th show at The Indio Municipal Golf Course has been cancelled due to the illness of Simon Phillips, our drummer. We thoroughly apologize for the inconvenience to the promoter and the fans, as doctors have ordered him to be hospitalized for possibly several weeks. Optimistically, we are looking forward to a speedy recovery for Simon, with another Toto play date to be announced in the near future. Thank you for your understanding and patience with regard to this recent health concern.
All of your kind thoughts are most appreciated.
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TOTO on Watt's In TV   —  

Last update: Tue, Sep 4, 2007

Catch a report about TOTO and interviews with Greg Phillinganes and Steve Lukather in the Week 36 issue of the French TV programme Watt's in.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 13:22
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Update - Toto to appear on XM Satellite Radio   —  

Last update: Thu, Aug 30, 2007

Toto's appearance on XM Satellite Radio's 80's Channel 8 "Taking Over The Air-Waves" has been switched to Sunday, Monday, September 10 and Sunday, September 16 at 10 PM EST. Please note that the current information on XM's website is incorrect, and these are the correct air-dates and times.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 13:37
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Update - TOTO to play South America in November   —  

Last update: Fri, Aug 10, 2007

TOTO have just confirmed more shows in South America in November. Also, the venue for the Sao Paulo date has changed.

Check out all the dates and ticket information for the 2007 shows on our Tour Dates page and Tickets page
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 11:57
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Bobby on ROCK 247 Online Radio   —  

Last update: Thu, Aug 9, 2007

Following on the heels of his friend Steve Lukather, BOBBY KIMBALL of legendary band TOTO talks with Simon Gausden on ROCK 247 Online on Tuesday 14 August.

Booby talks about his time with the band in their heyday, his solo career, and his successful return to Toto ten years ago.

Bobby also plays some of his favourite Toto tracks as well as music from some of his other projects.

http://www.rock247online.co.uk/

Simon Gausden with BOBBY KIMBALL
Tuesday 14 August
7pm - 9pm (20:00 - 22:00 CET)
Repeated:
midnight - 2am (7pm - 9pm EDT)
3am - 5am (7pm - 9pm PDT, 10pm - midnight EDT)
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Update - Luke on ROCK 247 Online Radio   —  

Last update: Tue, Aug 7, 2007

Steve Lukather talks to ROCK 247 Online and features in a two and a half hour special show of Toto music and discussion. He talks about his career with Toto from the beginning up to today.

Steve also chooses his favourite Toto tracks so listen in as Steve joins Simon Gausden on ROCK 247 Online.

http://www.rock247online.co.uk

Tuesday 7 August
7pm - 9.30pm BST (20:00 - 22:30 CET)
Repeated:
midnight - 2.30am BST (7pm - 9.30pm EDT)
3am - 5.30am (7pm - 9pm PDT, 10pm - 0.30am EDT)
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Update - The New DVD - "Falling In Between Live"   —  

Last update: Tue, Jul 31, 2007

The release of the upcoming live DVD and double CD has been postponed to later in the year as the band have not had time to listen and approve Steve MacMillan's sound mixes or Blue Leach's visual mixes yet because they have been on the road all summer. Hopefully the DVD and CD will be ready for a release before Christmas, but no dates have been set yet.

The DVD filmed during the recent tour in Paris is entitled "Falling In Between Live". It will feature the full show, nothing cut out.

Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 10:13

Interview with Bobby and Greg on toazted.com   —  

Last update: Tue, Jul 31, 2007

Toazted spoke with Bobby Kimball and Greg Phillinganes at the Arrow Rock Festival about their experiences of doing festivals and comparisons between European and American festivals.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 10:07
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TOTO on Detroit News   —  

Last update: Fri, Jul 20, 2007

A video of TOTO's appearance at the Fox 2 News in Detroit is now online here and another one about their Detroit show here.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 10:05
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Toto to appear on Sirius and XM Satellite Radio   —  

Last update: Thu, Jul 19, 2007

While in New York City for the BB Kings gig, Toto will record a show for both Sirius and XM Satellite Radio. Details below:

1.) Sirius: Classic Rewind - "Classic Rock's Second Generation, with songs from the late 70's onward". (Ch 15)
Featuring: Bobby Kimball & Steve Lukather. Interviews re: Toto factual, history and music from two ToTo originators.
(Air date TBD soon)

2.) XM Radio The 80's (Ch 8) Toto 2007 (Bobby, Steve, Greg, and Lee) will GUEST DJ and pick 12 to 15 of their favorite 80's songs. There will also be interviews and talk about what Toto 2007 has been up to and what's planned for the ToTo upcoming future.
(Air date TBD soon)
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The Toto Encyclopedia Returns   —  

Last update: Sun, Jul 15, 2007

After being offline for several years, the Toto Encyclopedia has now been restored, rewritten, and fully updated! Not stopping there, we are fully integrating the Encyclopedia into the rest of the website, linking articles across all of our pages. Each Encyclopedia link will be designated with a "=>" in front of the song name, musician, or album that has a reference in the Encyclopedia. To allow for the Encyclopedia's continued growth, we welcome fan updates and submissions alike, which can be submitted through a form at the link above.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 22:28
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New York 1st show sold out!   —  

Last update: Fri, Jul 13, 2007

The 7.30 pm show at the BB King in New York on July 24th is already sold out! Tickets are still available for the 10.00 pm show at http://www.bbkingblues.com/schedule/moreinfo.cgi?id=2475.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 10:24
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Dortmund show to move inside   —  

Last update: Thu, Jun 28, 2007

The show in Dortmund on July 7th has been moved from the outdoor location on the Festwiese to the Westfalen Halle 3 which is as well located at the Westfalenpark.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 14:06
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New Venue for Show in Leer/Germany on Friday   —  

Last update: Mon, Jun 25, 2007

The open-air venue in Leer/Germany for the show on Friday is waterlogged.
Therefore the venue has been changed and the band is moving indoors!

The new venue is:
Nordseehalle Emden
Früchteburger Weg 17 – 19
26721 Emden
Tel.: 04921-94000
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Update from David Paich   —  

Last update: Tue, Jun 5, 2007

From David Paich: July 6 I'll be conducting the new west symphony at the THOUSAND OAKS CIVIC ARTS PLAZA.
James Torme is performing a piece His father Mel Torme and my father Marty Paich wrote in the 50's. It's a 4th of July charity concert.
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New Online Shop on simon-phillips.com   —  

Last update: Sat, Jun 2, 2007

Simon Phillips has just launched his own online shop. For the start you can buy the Vantage Point album either as hardcopy or for download in 3 different qualities. You can also order his Vantage Point DVD. Simon plans to offer his other albums in the future as well.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 12:32
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New Tour T-Shirts On Sale Online!   —  

Last update: Wed, May 23, 2007

Now available via Toto99.com's Merchandise Store are the current T-shirts leftover from this year's spring leg of the tour! Hurry up and buy them while they're still available!
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Summer tour with Leland Sklar   —  

Last update: Fri, May 18, 2007

While Mike Porcaro is favorably recuperating but still not quite back in shape to go on tour, Leland Sklar, after his acclaimed performances with TOTO during the spring leg of the 2007 tour, will continue to play with the band at the upcoming summer shows in Europe and the US.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 15:03
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Fergie Frederiksen Interview   —  

Last update: Fri, May 11, 2007

After a hugely popular return to the stage with Toto on May 5, Fergie Frederiksen agreed to answer a few questions and talk about performing with the band all of these years. Check out the interview in the TOTO Speaks section!
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TOTO US tour starts   —  

Last update: Tue, May 1, 2007

TOTO embark on an extensive US tour tomorrow starting with a show in Sioux Falls and continuing throughout the summer. Special guests will include Fergie Frederiksen at the Minneapolis show on May 5th and Joseph Williams at several of the California shows. So this is the chance for all US fans to finally see their favorite band in concert again! For the detailed schedule and ticket information please check out our Tour Dates page.
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Simon to play the Baked Potato tonight   —  

Last update: Sat, Apr 28, 2007

Simon is playing the Baked Potato in Los Angeles with the Baked Potato All Star band tonight on April 28th.


The line up is:
SIMON PHILLIPS on DRUMS
MITCH FORMAN on KEYS
DEAN TABA on BASS
JEFF RICHMAN on GUITAR

ALLSTAR CONTEMPORARY JAZZ

Don´t miss this show!

for reservations call The Baked Potato - 818-980-1615 - or visit www.thebakedpotato.com
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Joseph Williams to join Toto live in LA   —  

Last update: Tue, Apr 24, 2007

Former Toto vocalist Joseph Williams will sit in for a few tunes at the upcoming Los Angeles, California Toto shows. In the mean-time, he'll be joining Luke in the studio to lay down some vocals for Luke's upcoming solo release.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 23:46

Update from David Paich   —  

Last update: Tue, Apr 24, 2007

David Paich is playing in a few upcoming gigs:

I'm playing (As featured artist)with the Calabasas High Jazz Band at
Canyon Ranch on April 27th. It's a fund raiser . They came in second at the
Lincoln center for the Duke Ellington composition. I have been donating my
time helping them rehearse. I'm also participating in the LAPD CELEB-GOLF
FUND RAISER ON MAY 19
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Fergie Frederiksen to join Band for US Date   —  

Last update: Wed, Apr 18, 2007

Former Toto Band-member Fergie Frederiksen will join Toto on stage May 5th in Minneapolis, MN at Trocaderos! The band plan to perform 4 or 5 songs with Fergie handling vocals.
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Simon Phillips on Hydraphonic Radio   —  

Last update: Wed, Mar 7, 2007

Hydraphonic Radio is featuring Simon Phillips for the month of March. The playlist contains 50 tracks on a 5 hour loop with selections covering his entire career.
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Paris DVD to be filmed as planned   —  

Last update: Mon, Mar 5, 2007

Since Mike's recently announcement that he will be taking a break from the tour, we've received many questions as to the status of the upcoming DVD. Despite the fact that Mike Porcaro will be absent, the DVD will be filmed as planned, with Lee Sklar appearing in place of Mike.
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Lee Sklar Podcast   —  

Last update: Fri, Mar 2, 2007

For those fans not familiar with Lee, in addition to checking out our Lee Sklar Page, listen to the Inside MusiCast special edition PodCast with Lee to get his thoughts on the upcoming Toto Tour.

Check out the new PodCast here.

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In addition, you can listen to Inside MusiCast's first interview with Sklar from July and August 2006 below:

Part 1

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Part 2

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Check out Inside MusiCast at www.insidemusicast.com
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Leland Sklar to sit in for Mike Porcaro   —  

Last update: Tue, Feb 27, 2007

Any fan who attended TOTO shows over the last year noticed that Mike Porcaro had toured after having sustained a very painful injury to his left hand. Despite the fact that it was difficult, Mike persevered and played each and every date of the first leg of the Falling In Between Tour. After returning home, Mike sought medical treatment and has been recovering nicely; however, he has not been able to recuperate in time to join the band on the upcoming tour.

"I was hoping that the situation would be better by now," Mike states, "but it hasn’t improved. It’s gonna take a while. I’m working on it, and I hope to be back in the saddle soon enough. But, unfortunately, I’m not going to be able to make this upcoming run. Nobody feels worse about it than me, but that’s the reality of it."

Despite the short notice, TOTO have recruited one of the best bass players around to substitute for Mike: acclaimed session musician and life-long friend Leland (Lee) Sklar. "Those of you on the TOTO Network have seen Lee; he’s a big part of the Network and what we’re trying to do there with the web. He’s going to play bass and you’re going to love it. You’re in great hands," says Mike, and jokes, "Come on down and see him play and see a real bass player."

Sklar, a renowned player whose credits include James Taylor, Hall & Oates, Jackson Browne, Phil Collins, Clint Black, Reba McEntire, and George Strait, is looking forward to playing with his long-time friends in TOTO. He will be filling in for Mike on all of the upcoming TOTO tour dates so that Mike has the time to fully recover. "I hope to see you all soon," says Mike. "I’m sorry that this is the way it is, but this is life and I’ll hopefully be back really soon. So God bless and enjoy the upcoming tour!"

Mike recorded a special video message apologizing for not being able to do the tour and introducing Lee to the fans.

For those of you who are not regular visitors of the TOTO Network and might therefore not be that familiar with Lee, check him out on our special page about him.
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Steve Lukather on InsideMusicast   —  

Last update: Fri, Feb 23, 2007

Steve Lukather has done an interview with Inside MusiCast. Check it out at Inside MusiCast.

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To check out some of the other casts, checkout the InsideMusicast Web Site!
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FiB "Album of the Year" on melodicrock.com   —  

Last update: Mon, Feb 19, 2007

"Falling In Between" has won "Album of the Year 2006" at the Melrock Awards on melodicrock.com. "Dying On My Feet" has been voted "Song of the Year 2006", Steve Lukather won "Guitarist of the Year" and Simon Phillips "Drummer of the Year".
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 13:54
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TOTO ticket competition on laguitare.com   —  

Last update: Thu, Feb 15, 2007

French guitar magazine La Guitare.com is holding a competition to win tickets for the show at Le Zenith in Paris on March 26th. All you have to do to enter the draw is visit their website and correctly answer three questions. Don't miss this chance to be part of a very special show where TOTO will film their new DVD!
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 16:17

New DVD to be filmed in Paris   —  

Last update: Thu, Feb 15, 2007

A new TOTO DVD will be filmed in Paris at the Zenith on March 26th.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 12:15
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Toto to play the Arrow Rock Festival in June!   —  

Last update: Fri, Feb 9, 2007

Toto, along with INXS, Steve Vai, Europe, and many others will play the Arrow Rock Festival this coming June! Check out our Tour Dates page and the Arrow Rock Festival Home Page for more deatils!
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 16:38
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New solo album from Luke - update   —  

Last update: Sun, Feb 4, 2007

Steve Lukather is very busy working on his upcoming new solo album but he has taken the time to talk about the progress in this new interview. For more updates from the master himself please check out his personal blog on the TOTO Network.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 16:46
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Setlist Poll Winner   —  

Last update: Sat, Jan 27, 2007

Hendrik Kaiser from Germany is our setlist poll winner of the 2 tickets for a show of his choice and a possible meet and greet with the band. Congratulations
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 19:11

Greg Phillinganes on InsideMusicast Podcast!   —  

Last update: Sat, Jan 27, 2007

Greg Phillinganes recent joined the long list of Toto-centric guests on InsideMusicast, including Toto Network/NewMBC CEO Scott Page, David Paich, and David Hungate. Check out what Greg and the cats have to say at the InsideMusicast Web Site!
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 17:44
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Setlist Poll - Final Results   —  

Last update: Thu, Jan 25, 2007

Here are the final results of our 2007 setlist Poll:

1. Goin Home
2. Don't chain my heart
3. Drag him to the Roof
4. Hydra
5. Mushanga
6. Till the end
7. St. George and the Dragon
8. I'll supply the love
9. These Chains
10. Stranger in town

The band will start rehearsals for the new tour soon and will consider your vote for their decision of the new setlist.

The winner of 2 Tickets for a TOTO show of the 2007 tour will be drawn and announced tomorrow.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 16:59
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Simon and Luke to play the Baked Potato   —  

Last update: Wed, Jan 24, 2007

Steve Lukather will play at the Baked Potato in Los Angeles with an All Star Band on February 9th and 10th. The line up will be Gregg Mathieson On Keys, Lee Sklar On Bass and Abraham Laborial Jr. On Drums.


Simon is playing the Baked Potato in Los Angeles with his fusion band on February 16th.

The new line up is:
Dean Brown - Gtr
Everette Harp - Horn
Jeff Babko - Keys
Alphonso Johnson - Bass
Simon Phillips - Drums

Don´t miss these shows!

For reservations call The Baked Potato - 818-980-1615 - or visit www.thebakedpotato.com
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 16:25
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Tony Spinner Tour   —  

Last update: Fri, Jan 19, 2007

Tony Spinner will tour Holland and Belgium at the end of January/early February. You can find the complete schedule on the Tony Spinner Tour Dates page. For all the latest information on Tony please check out his website at www.tonyspinnner.com
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 16:19
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Updated - LiA in High Def   —  

Last update: Tue, Jan 16, 2007

Eagle Rock Entertainment will release TOTO's "Live in Amsterdam" concert which was filmed in high defintion as a Blu-ray disc as well as HD-DVD. For more information click here. The HD-DVD version of Live in Amsterdam will be released on January 23.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 20:23
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Greg Phillinganes nominated for Grammy!   —  

Last update: Mon, Jan 8, 2007

Greg Phillinganes has been nominated for a Grammy for Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s) for "Good Morning Heartache." Check out the announcment at the Grammy website by clicking here.
Posted by Webmaster in Hot News at 17:48