Toto - Falling in Between
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Free Music Review: red_emperor
Hit: 5 Stars
I bought this album very early after its European release and even now, 6 months after its initial release, it's stll only available as an import in Australia. I guess this says something about the apalling state of commercial radio, record company monoliths and how deriguer (or cool) it seems to be to criticise mature musicians who are at the top of their game, at this point in their lives.
Toto recently visited these shores as part of the "FIB" tour, and I was present at the Melbourne show. This show, apparently like so many of their current concerts, was supported by such a wide cross section of ages that it made me feel that there was still hope for real music played by real, incredibly talented and passionate people.
Critiques of all tracks have been well documented by the other reviewers here so I won't add to this, but what I will say is that there is a noticeable maturation of songwriting subject matter with subjects such as poverty, the environment and spiritualism being covered. It makes a pleasant, relevant and requisite departure from the era of love songs.
Notwithstanding the blindingly articulate musical talents of each member, the cameraderie and respect they show to themselves and their supporters is what music is all about. As a musician myself I'm impressed. That Toto have withstood everything either thrown at them, or brought on by themselves, over the years, to release such a powerful album, is something others could only hope to learn from.
Toto, bring on the next chapter and tour!
Free Music Review: Triumphant return
Hit: 5 Stars
First of all, if the only non-compilation Toto album you own is IV...WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOU? But also, don't come to this album expecting anything vaguely similar, you will be disappointed.
As with the vast majority of their best albums this CD rocks hard, with only a few softer moments along the way to add stylistic variety - and to give you the chance to catch your breath. It's not the easiest of albums to get into - there is simply so much going on within each song that you need to give it a good amount of detailed listens to fully appreciate the effort that's been put into it. That's not to say there's an absence of hooks - nothing could be further from the truth - merely that there's so much more to 'get' beneath the surface of hooks and typically superb musicianship.
Special mention also has to be given to the vocals on this album, no fewer than 5 lead voices feature, but they are all at the top of their game - Bobby Kimball continues his strong run since his return to the band and Steve Lukather sounds better than he has in a decade - and the mixing of different lead vocals within many of the tracks takes us back to one of the best features of their first 5 releases.
I'd name some highlights, but I'd end up listing every track. Suffice to say that this is an album for real fans of the band to absolutely relish. Slightly more casual fans will also find this one sticks around in their stereo and/or car for an extended period of time. As for those who just like IV...well, you're missing out.
Free Music Review: Yet Another Stellar Release!
Hit: 5 Stars
I must admit that Toto have always been a favorire of mine, so my review may be biased. Having said that, do these guys ever put out anything that sucks?
From the get go back in the late 70's, they simply continue to release material that is both thought provoking and full of wonderful melodies/texture/riff's that translates into amazing tunes. Even with some line up changes here and there over the years (R.I.P. Jeff), the Toto vibe is as strong or stronger than ever.
The latest effort is excellent. At first listen it reminded me a lot of Kingdom Of Desire. I found it to be more straight forward rock and less fluff so to speak. Toto have always had wonderful melodies and this effort continues in that vain. The songs are very good and like all Toto releases, they just seem to flow along beautifully. This is of course something Toto has been very good at over the years. Melody and texture has always best described what these guys were all about and this effort continues in that vain.
The production is top notch and the packaging has some cool liner notes in it regarding how the songs came together. Musicianship is fantastis as always and Bobby Kimball can still belt it out!
I am happy to say that these guys have yet again released another fantastic cd
Free Music Review: Strongest Toto Album yet.
Hit: 5 Stars
The other listeners covered it well. This is a fantastic offering from the world's best musicians. Steve Porcaro's signature is all over this album as he returns with some welcome production enhancements. Lukather opts for a crunch sound on several of the tracks (DOMF, FIB, KOTW)that pushes the songs to the edgier side of Toto. The beuty of this supergroup is that they can throw 3 voices at you, and now, 4 with the addition of Philliganes. In addition, Joseph Williams makes a strong appearance on Bottom Of Your Soul, although he is getting way more credit than he should on this one. Lukather carries it more than Williams does.
There is not shortage of strong music here. Keyboards mix so well with guitars, and Phillips / Porcaro drive it all home on drums and bass respectively. Simple Life may be the best Toto song ever even though it comes in at just over 2 minutes. This one is vintage Lukather. No End In Sight, Dying On My Feet, Let It Go and the title track were instant top 20 all time Toto songs for me. I own the entire Toto library and this may be their best.
More impressive than their albums is the live show. Do yourself 2 favors: 1. buy this album 2. see Toto live!
Free Music Review: Still Going Strong
Hit: 5 Stars
Falling In Between is an excellent collection of songs that had me hooked for weeks when I bought it. I had the CD on heavy rotation on my car CD player for over a month.
The reason: amazing songs, great musicianship and a nice balance of vocals.
Although I can hear FIB complete from start to finish, Bottom of your Soul, King Of the World, Spiritual Man and No End In Sight are my favorites and I consider them TOTO classics (IMHO).
One of the strongest points of FIB is the perfect blend of the vocals in several songs. Kimball, Paich, Lukather, Phillinganes and even Joseph Williams blend/overlap their voices to great effect.
There's also a greater emphasis on production, and you can tell from the arrangements that, great passion, musicianship and inspiration are undeniably uncredited members of TOTO this time around.
I have been a fan of TOTO since their first album and have seen them live both times they have come to Panama, and thanks to FIB I plan to be a fan until the day they decide to quit, which I hope will not happen anytime soon.