Toto, “Chase the Rain” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays
Given the proclamation that there’ll be no more new music from Toto, “Chase the Rain” makes another compelling case for a second Steve Porcaro solo album.
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Chicago, “All Roads Lead to You” from ‘Heart of Chicago Vol. II’ (1998): Saturdays in the Park
It wasn’t a daring break from the past, but at least “All Roads Lead to You” was new music that played to Chicago’s strengths.
Dark Monarchy, “Drain the Sea” from ‘All Roads Lead to Rome’ (2021): One Track Mind
“Drain the Sea” whets the appetite as the Dark Monarchy prepares to release ‘All Roads Lead to Rome,’ the latest project from Mark Anthony K and Joe Bailey.
Yes, “Give and Take” from ‘Union’ (UK version, 1991): YESterdays
“Give and Take” only made it onto the version of ‘Union’ released in the U.K. Too bad; it’s easily one of this Yes album’s better moments.
Toto, “Chelsea” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays
Pure Toto pop at its finest, “Chelsea” would also have made a solid addition to Joseph Williams’ excellent solo album, ‘Denizen Tenant.’
Dire Straits – ‘Love Over Gold’ (1982): On Second Thought
The feel of the gold-selling U.S. Top 20 hit ‘Love Over Gold’ is like no other Dire Straits album.
Yes, “Make It Easy” from ‘90125’ (bonus track, 1983): YESterdays
Despite being played some 357 times in concert, there’s not much of interest in a song that’s really just a footnote in the Yes canon.
Pierce Edens via Heist TV: Shows I’ll Never Forget
In recommending Pierce Edens, Heist owner Sam Luna said: “I hope you enjoy the gravel and the grit.” He wasn’t kidding.
Toto, “In a Little While” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays
Completed years later from an old demo, “In a Little While” could have appeared on any previous Toto album and still been a standout.
Steely Dan – ‘Everything Must Go’ (2003): On Second Thought
‘Everything Must Go’ boasts a warmth missing from 1977’s ‘Aja,’ the album Steely Dan fans usually gush over, as well as 1980’s ‘Gaucho.’
