Old Is New

Old Is New serves as a unique hybrid project in Toto's discography, released as part of their 40th-anniversary celebrations. Rather than a standard new studio album, it features several previously unreleased tracks that were started in the late 1970s and early 1980s, recently completed by the surviving members. This allows for the 'impossible' reunion of the classic lineup, featuring the legendary rhythm section of Jeff and Mike Porcaro alongside modern contributions from Steve Lukather, David Paich, and Joseph Williams. Sonically, the album is a masterclass in AOR (Adult Oriented Rock), blending elements of progressive rock, pop, and hard rock with the band's signature session-musician precision. Tracks like 'Spanish Sea' and 'Alone' highlight the band's ability to craft infectious melodies within complex arrangements. The album was well-received by fans for its ability to seamlessly integrate archival recordings with new production, effectively closing the circle on the band's long career while maintaining their high standards for audio fidelity.