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Who was Toto's drummer?

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Mia Ramsey

Published Mar 10, 2026

Who was Toto's drummer?

Jeff Porcaro
1977 – 1992
Simon Phillips
1992 – 2008
Shannon Forrest
Since 2015
Keith Carlock
2014 – 2015

Just so, who played drums on Rosanna?

Jeff Porcaro's

Subsequently, question is, who died from the band Toto? Mike Porcaro

One may also ask, who were the original members of Toto?

Toto is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 1977, the group's original lineup included lead vocalist Bobby Kimball, guitarist and vocalist Steve Lukather, keyboardist and vocalist David Paich, bassist David Hungate, keyboardist Steve Porcaro and drummer Jeff Porcaro.

What happened to the group Toto?

Toto was an American rock band formed in 1977 in Los Angeles. Hungate left in 1982; Kimball left in 1984, but rejoined the band in 1998, leaving again in 2008. Jeff Porcaro died in 1992 of a heart attack. Hungate rejoined Toto as a touring musician and later a band member.

Is Toto still alive?

In the summer of 2010, Toto reformed and went on a short European tour, with a new lineup, to benefit Mike Porcaro, who had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and was no longer an active member of the band. He died in 2015.

Was Patrick Swayze in a Toto video?

Patrick Swayze in Toto's “Rosanna” (1982)
Swayze appeared in Toto's 1982 video as one of a group of male dancers who back up Rosanna, played by Cynthia Rhodes, who would dance with Swayze again when she played Penny in Dirty Dancing.

Who wrote the song Africa by Toto?

David Paich
Jeff Porcaro

What is a half time shuffle?

A classic example is the half-time shuffle, a variation of a shuffle rhythm, which is used extensively in hip-hop and some blues music. Some of the variations of the basic groove are notoriously difficult to play on drum set. It is also a favorite in some pop and rock tunes.

Who sang lead on Rosanna?

Totò

How much is Steve Lukather worth?

Steve Lukather net worth: Steve Lukather is an award winning American singer/songwriter who has a net worth of $80 million. Steve Lukather is most famous for being the guitarist and producer for the rock band Toto and as a recording artist/producer with other notable artists.

What time signature is Rosanna in?

Since we're talking about Toto, compare Hold the Line, which is also 12/8, versus Rosanna, which is 4/4. Completely different feels, and that's partly because of the time signature (and partly because Rosanna is a shuffle). Time signature give a song it's feel and phrasing.

Why did Toto break up?

Toto have already retired once, as Lukather called a halt in 2008 after long-time bassist Mike Porcaro was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease. A representative for Toto has now confirmed the break, adding that further details will be announced in 2020.

What was Toto's biggest hit?

7 of the greatest Toto songs ever
  • 1. ' Africa' Read more: The Story of ' Africa'
  • 2. ' Rosanna' TotoVEVO. 328K subscribers.
  • 3. ' Hold the Line' TotoVEVO. 328K subscribers.
  • 'I Won't Hold You Back' Subscribe. Copy link. More videos.
  • 5. ' I'll Be Over You' TotoVEVO. 328K subscribers.
  • 6. ' Stop Loving You' TotoVEVO. 328K subscribers.
  • 7. ' Pamela' TotoVEVO.

Is Toto dead?

In the summer of 2010, Toto reformed and went on a short European tour, with a new lineup, to benefit Mike Porcaro, who had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and was no longer an active member of the band. He died in 2015.

What does Toto stand for?

TOTO
AcronymDefinition
TOTOTotable Tornado Observatory (weather)
TOTOTongue Of The Ocean
TOTOTaxpayers Opposed to Oz (Kansas)
TOTOTyphonian Ordo Templi Orientis (UK)

Is Toto a one hit wonder?

No. they had about 15 songs chart in America, and several of them were Top 40 hits.

Why is Toto called Toto?

According to popular myth, at the first recording sessions, in order to distinguish their own demo tapes from other bands' in the studio, Jeff Porcaro wrote the word "Toto" on them. In the early 1980s, band members told the press that the band was named after Toto the dog from The Wizard of Oz.

Did Toto break up?

Toto founder Steve Lukather has talking about the end of the iconic band saying the last show on the 40th anniversary tour will be their last. Toto had a two year hiatus in 2008. That was hardly a breakup. The band features original members Steve Lukather, David Paich and Steve Pocaro.

Is Toto in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?

Toto was inducted in 2009 at the original location. Joe Chambers, Founder of the Hall of Fame and Museum: "We inducted Toto in 2009. So we are the MUSICIANS Hall of Fame and what makes us different than being another Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame or another Country Music Hall of Fame is that we're not genre specific.

Is Toto still a band?

Toto was an American rock band formed in 1977 in Los Angeles. Hungate left in 1982; Kimball left in 1984, but rejoined the band in 1998, leaving again in 2008. Jeff Porcaro died in 1992 of a heart attack. Hungate rejoined Toto as a touring musician and later a band member.

Is Toto a good band?

There vocals were fantastic, musicianship unparalleled in the rock genre, songwriting impeccable, and just GREAT to listen to. Steve Lukather is one of the world's greatest guitarists. The problem with Toto was the changes in lead singers, and the way they looked. But Toto was and is a great, great band.

Where is Toto the dog buried?

Terry died at age 11 in Hollywood on September 1, 1945, and was buried at Spitz's ranch in Studio City, Los Angeles. The grave was destroyed during the construction of the Ventura Freeway in 1958. On June 18, 2011, a permanent memorial for Terry was dedicated at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles.

Where is Toto toilets made?

Japan

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