The Seventh One
Toto · 1988
54 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock
Melodic rock anthems intersect with sophisticated arrangements, showcasing Toto's signature blend of pop and progressive influences.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released in 1988, 'The Seventh One' was Toto's seventh studio album, following their commercial peak with 'Fahrenheit' in 1986. By this time, the band had solidified their standing in the rock genre but faced challenges as musical tastes shifted towards grunge and alternative rock.
- If you like
- hard rock, pop rock, progressive rock
The Seventh One is an album by Toto, released in 1988. Melodic rock anthems intersect with sophisticated arrangements, showcasing Toto's signature blend of pop and progressive influences. 'The Seventh One' features the hit single 'Pamela,' which reached the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100, demonstrating Toto's enduring appeal despite changing music trends. The album also marked a continuation of their signature sound while subtly embracing contemporary influences, reflecting a transitional phase in late '80s rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Seventh One sound like?
Melodic rock anthems intersect with sophisticated arrangements, showcasing Toto's signature blend of pop and progressive influences. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.
What makes The Seventh One by Toto notable?
'The Seventh One' features the hit single 'Pamela,' which reached the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100, demonstrating Toto's enduring appeal despite changing music trends. The album also marked a continuation of their signature sound while subtly embracing contemporary influences, reflecting a transitional phase in late '80s rock. Released in 1988, 'The Seventh One' was Toto's seventh studio album, following their commercial peak with 'Fahrenheit' in 1986. By this time, the band had solidified their standing in the rock genre but faced challenges as musical tastes shifted towards grunge and alternative rock.
Who is The Seventh One for?
The Seventh One works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on The Seventh One?
The Seventh One has 11 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pamela Standout 5:11
- 2 You Got Me 3:12
- 3 Anna 4:56
- 4 Stop Loving You Standout 4:30
- 5 Mushanga Standout 5:36
- 6 Stay Away 5:29
- 7 Straight for the Heart 4:12
- 8 Only the Children 4:11
- 9 A Thousand Years 4:53
- 10 These Chains 5:00
- 11 Home of the Brave 6:48
Release Date
March 1, 1988
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
54 min 1 sec
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