Toto, “Alone” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays
Composed by the remaining core members of Toto, “Alone” presents a dynamic and energetic take on what it means to grow old.
Composed by the remaining core members of Toto, “Alone” presents a dynamic and energetic take on what it means to grow old.
Toto pulled out all the stops to wrap up 2015’s ‘Toto XIV,’ concluding with the epic prog-rock masterpiece “Great Expectations.”
Toto co-producer CJ Vanston joins Anthony Sonego for the conclusion of a three-part talk, this time discussing his collaborations on 2015’s ‘Toto XIV.’
There isn’t a bad song on 2015’s ‘Toto XIV,’ or songs that fall prey to the “skip” button. “Fortune” is no exception.
David Paich’s standout “All the Tears That Shine” gives the Toto co-founder yet another chance to shine on ‘XIV.’
CJ Vanston joins Anthony Sonego to discuss his early days as a jingle writer, collaborations with Richard Marx, and how he initially connected with Toto.
“Chinatown,” the centerpiece of ‘Toto XIV,’ represented an unmistakable bridge to the past while also linking Toto to the here and now.
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.
“Orphan,” the first single from 2015’s ‘Toto XIV,’ further cements Joseph Williams’ standing as the best of all Toto vocalists.
Don’t let the languid pulse of Toto’s “21st Century Blues” fool you. The lyrics hold an acerbic – and deeply relevant – bite.