"Rosanna" followed the acoustic set and began with a mellow, jazzy, almost gospel-like vibe, which added a fresh new spin to this classic. They followed with another Toto IV hit, the gorgeous ballad "I Won't Hold You Back", which Lukather proclaimed was "one for the ladies in the crowd". To close out the set, they reached back to the first album one more time for a rousing performance of "Girl Goodbye". After saying their thank yous and good nights, Lukather barely had time to grab a cold one before the band returned to the stage for a double encore of "Home Of The Brave", which he dedicated to "the brothers and sisters overseas", and a typically stunning performance of "Africa".
This 90-minute performance was everything that I expected — jaw-dropping musicianship, terrific songs, and the chance to see one of the greatest guitarists in the world up close and personal. Steve Lukather is still a down to earth dude who is always the first to humbly praise his many legendary guitarist friends, including Larry Carlton and Eddie Van Halen. Don't be so humble Steve. You are an all star in that same league. And I can personally attest to that now.
Setlist
Falling In Between
King Of The World
Pamela
Bottom Of Your Soul
Caught In The Balance
Make Believe
Hold The Line
Stop Loving You (acoustic)
I'll Be Over You (acoustic)
Cruel (acoustic)
Rosanna
I Won't Hold You Back
Girl Goodbye
Home Of The Brave
Africa
Article comments
1 - Connie Phillips
Congratulations, this article is an Editor's Pick!