Mike Porcaro

Acting

Mike Porcaro

Born — Died

1955-05-29 — 2015-03-15

Known for

Acting

Credits

8 titles

Michael Joseph Porcaro was an American bass player known for his work with Toto. He retired from touring in 2007 as a result of being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and passed away in March of 2015. He was the middle brother of Toto members Jeff Porcaro and Steve Porcaro. Their father is jazz drummer-percussionist Joe Porcaro. Mike worked as a session bass player before replacing Toto original bass player David Hungate in 1982 shortly after the band completed recording the Toto IV album.

Known for

Toto - Past to Present 1977-1990: The Videos poster
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Toto has made some of the most enduring popular music of the last 25 years includiing the Grammy Award-winning 1982 Record of the Year "Rosanna" and the #1 smash "Africa." This stellar collection of their first 14 videos now available for the first time on DVD provides a complete and visually spectacular look at the illustrious career of Toto: Past To Present 1977-1990.

Toto - Past to Present 1977-1990: The Videos

2004

Toto: The Ultimate Clip Collection poster
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Africa - Holyanna - Can You Hear What I'm Saying - Cruel - Hold The Line - 99 - How Does It Feel - I Will Remember

Toto: The Ultimate Clip Collection

2003

Toto - Live in Paris '90 poster
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Toto's 1990 Paris concert at Le Zénith is a fan favorite, showcasing the band's top-tier musicianship and high energy. The show, part of their "Planet Earth" tour, featured drummer Jeff Porcaro and vocalist Jean-Michel Byron, and included classic hits like "Africa" and "Rosanna." Despite some fan debate over the lineup, it's considered a masterclass in live performance, highlighting why Toto's members are celebrated as elite musicians.

Toto - Live in Paris '90

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Toto - Live at Montreux 1991 poster
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In 1991, Toto was in the midst of a run of headline dates and European summer festivals, while finishing their new album Kingdom Of Desire. It was a time of rebirth for the band, and the Montreux stage proved the perfect opportunity to test drive the new songs. Fans could feel the electricity in the air as Lukather, Paich, and the late brothers Jeff and Mike Porcaro took the stage.

Toto - Live at Montreux 1991

2016

Toto: 25th Anniversary - Live in Amsterdam poster
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Filmed in High Definition in Amsterdam on Toto's 25th Anniversary Tour in 2003, this stunning concert captures the band at their very best, reunited with original vocalist Bobby Kimball. The set combines all their hits with tracks from their latest album "Through the Looking Glass" and other live favorites, performed in front of a wildly enthusastic sell-out crowd. Extras include 35 minute behind-the-scenes film following the band through various stages of their world tour including footage from Japan, Thailand, South Korea, and France. Toto celebrate their 25th anniversary with this blistering live concert, filmed in Amsterdam on February 25th, 2003. Proving they've still got exactly what it takes to move a crowd, the band perform a mixture of medley's, solo spots, and huge hits. Tracks include "Rosanna," "Africa," "Hold The Line," a cover of the Beatles' "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," and many more.

Toto: 25th Anniversary - Live in Amsterdam

2003

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Tracklist: 01. Rosanna 02. I Will Remember 03. Gift Of Faith 04. Somewhere Tonight 05. Jake To The Bone 06. Don't Chain My Heart 07. Member Introduction 08. Hold The Line 09. Africa

Toto: Live in Africa

1997

Film credits

2000s · 3 titles

Toto - Past to Present 1977-1990: The Videos poster
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Toto has made some of the most enduring popular music of the last 25 years includiing the Grammy Award-winning 1982 Record of the Year "Rosanna" and the #1 smash "Africa." This stellar collection of their first 14 videos now available for the first time on DVD provides a complete and visually spectacular look at the illustrious career of Toto: Past To Present 1977-1990.

Toto - Past to Present 1977-1990: The Videos

2004

Toto: The Ultimate Clip Collection poster
NR

Africa - Holyanna - Can You Hear What I'm Saying - Cruel - Hold The Line - 99 - How Does It Feel - I Will Remember

Toto: The Ultimate Clip Collection

2003

Toto: 25th Anniversary - Live in Amsterdam poster
7.7

Filmed in High Definition in Amsterdam on Toto's 25th Anniversary Tour in 2003, this stunning concert captures the band at their very best, reunited with original vocalist Bobby Kimball. The set combines all their hits with tracks from their latest album "Through the Looking Glass" and other live favorites, performed in front of a wildly enthusastic sell-out crowd. Extras include 35 minute behind-the-scenes film following the band through various stages of their world tour including footage from Japan, Thailand, South Korea, and France. Toto celebrate their 25th anniversary with this blistering live concert, filmed in Amsterdam on February 25th, 2003. Proving they've still got exactly what it takes to move a crowd, the band perform a mixture of medley's, solo spots, and huge hits. Tracks include "Rosanna," "Africa," "Hold The Line," a cover of the Beatles' "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," and many more.

Toto: 25th Anniversary - Live in Amsterdam

2003