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Toto, “Chinatown” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Chinatown” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

“Chinatown,” the centerpiece of ‘Toto XIV,’ represented an unmistakable bridge to the past while also linking Toto to the here and now.

Toto, “Unknown Soldier (for Jeffrey)” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Unknown Soldier (for Jeffrey)” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

There is so much love in the composition, the lyrics, the emotional performances, and the caliber of musicians chosen to honor Toto co-founder Jeff Porcaro.

Toto, “Orphan” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Orphan” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

“Orphan,” the first single from 2015’s ‘Toto XIV,’ further cements Joseph Williams’ standing as the best of all Toto vocalists.

Toto, “21st Century Blues” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “21st Century Blues” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Don’t let the languid pulse of Toto’s “21st Century Blues” fool you. The lyrics hold an acerbic – and deeply relevant – bite.

Chet Atkins, “Please Stay Tuned” (1985): One Track Mind

Chet Atkins, “Please Stay Tuned” (1985): One Track Mind

A session from 35 years ago featuring contributions by three members of Toto belatedly started my musical journey with the great Chet Atkins.

Toto, “Holy War” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Holy War” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

‘Toto XIV’ was a strong album overall, but the band seemed to have lost its desire to evolve.

Toto, “Burn” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Burn” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

“Burn” is an epic Toto ballad, and it serves to remind you how accomplished the band is – not only as musicians, but as songwriters and producers.

Jeff Babko: The Albums That Shaped My Career

Jeff Babko: The Albums That Shaped My Career

Veteran keyboardist Jeff Babko joined Ross Boissoneau to discuss career-shaping albums by Toto, Herbie Hancock and Thomas Dolby.

Toto, “Running Out of Time” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Running Out of Time” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

“Running Out of Time” comes charging out to open what was once believed to be the final Toto studio project.

Toto, “No End in Sight” from ‘Falling in Between’ (2006): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “No End in Sight” from ‘Falling in Between’ (2006): Toto Tuesdays

Unfortunately, “No End in Sight” – and a short tacked-on import bonus jam – is the last we will ever hear of this edition of Toto.