Legendary band TOTO to rock Etihad Arena on May 7
ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)If you're a fan of 70s and 80s rock, hold the line!There's still time to grab a ticket to see TOTO live on Wednesday night, May 7, right here in Abu Dhabi.Get ready for an unforgettable night of old-school rock as the legendary American band bring their highly anticipated tour to the Etihad Arena.TOTO, formed in Los Angeles back in 1977, may be getting on a bit now, but they won't be holding back as they bang out all their classic hits like Africa, Rosanna and Hold the Line, and many more.In addition to original members Steve Lukather (guitar/vocals) and Joseph Williams (vocals), the band's lineup includes Greg Phillinganes (keyboards/vocals), Shannon Forrest (drums), John Pierce (bass), Warren Ham (horns/percussion/vocals) and Dennis Atlas (keyboards/vocals).TOTO have sold over 40 million albums worldwide and earned multiple Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year for Toto IV. Their signature blend of rock, pop, jazz, and funk has made them a household name across generations.
Over the years, their music has been widely recognised for its technical brilliance, with each member being among the most accomplished musicians in the industry.
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