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Past to Present 1977–1990

Toto · 1990

64 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock

A polished blend of rock and pop, showcasing Toto's signature harmonies and intricate arrangements across their most beloved hits.

Why listen to this

Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys nostalgic reflective moments
Context
When 'Past to Present 1977–1990' was released, Toto was at a pivotal moment in their career, having just enjoyed massive commercial success with their previous albums. This compilation marked the band's transition from the height of their fame in the 1980s toward a period of less commercial visibility, encapsulating their evolution and steady hits up to that point.
If you like
hard rock, pop rock, progressive rock

Past to Present 1977–1990 is an album by Toto, released in 1990. A polished blend of rock and pop, showcasing Toto's signature harmonies and intricate arrangements across their most beloved hits. This album is significant as it compiles Toto's greatest hits, including the iconic 'Africa' and 'Rosanna,' which solidified their place in pop culture. The album received critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts and helping to introduce their music to new audiences during the early '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Past to Present 1977–1990 sound like?

A polished blend of rock and pop, showcasing Toto's signature harmonies and intricate arrangements across their most beloved hits. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.

What makes Past to Present 1977–1990 by Toto notable?

This album is significant as it compiles Toto's greatest hits, including the iconic 'Africa' and 'Rosanna,' which solidified their place in pop culture. The album received critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts and helping to introduce their music to new audiences during the early '90s. When 'Past to Present 1977–1990' was released, Toto was at a pivotal moment in their career, having just enjoyed massive commercial success with their previous albums. This compilation marked the band's transition from the height of their fame in the 1980s toward a period of less commercial visibility, encapsulating their evolution and steady hits up to that point.

Who is Past to Present 1977–1990 for?

Past to Present 1977–1990 works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and nostalgic reflective moments.

How many songs are on Past to Present 1977–1990?

Past to Present 1977–1990 has 13 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·64:37

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Love Has the Power 6:32
  • 2 Africa Standout 4:59
  • 3 Hold the Line Standout 3:56
  • 4 Out of Love 5:55
  • 5 Georgy Porgy 4:08
  • 6 I’ll Be Over You 3:50
  • 7 Can You Hear What I’m Saying 4:46
  • 8 Rosanna Standout 5:34
  • 9 I Won’t Hold You Back 4:59
  • 10 Stop Loving You 4:28
  • 11 99 5:12
  • 12 Pamela 5:12
  • 13 Animal 5:01

Release Date

January 1, 1990

Genre

hard rock, pop rock, progressive rock

More albums in hard rock

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

64 min 37 sec