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| Toto - Live in Amsterdam (25th Anniversary) [Blu-ray] | ![Toto - Live in Amsterdam (25th Anniversary) [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51WZ7V1Y89L._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Actor: Toto
Studio: Eagle Rock Ent
Category: DVD
List Price: $24.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  85 reviews
Sales Rank: 15569
Format: Color, Dolby, Dts Surround Sound, Live
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: Blu-ray
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 133
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 33305-9
UPC: 801213330591
EAN: 0801213330591
ASIN: B000I5XDXS
Theatrical Release Date: September 23, 2003
Release Date: November 21, 2006
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Toto may be past its prime as a multi-platinum recording band, but Live in Amsterdam offers abundant proof that their performances are as electrifying as ever. Recorded in Amsterdam's Heineken Music Hall on February 17, 2003, near the end of Toto's 25th anniversary world tour, this dynamic concert serves as a cheerful reminder that Toto have been alive and well and recording steadily since 1978. The band's 2002 release Through the Looking Glass was an album of covers, two of which are welcomed here: "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" is a prime showcase for guitarist Steve Lukather, and "Bodhisattva" is a tight, meticulous tribute to Toto's original drummer, the late Jeff Porcaro, and his classic sessions with Steely Dan. The mega-hits "Africa," "Rosanna," and "Hold the Line" are perfectly executed, and in a band full of talented singers, lead vocalist Bobby Kimball sounds better than ever. Two impressive medleys show the band in full gear as a comfortable unit of seasoned professionals, highlighted by impeccable work from keyboardist David Paich, bassist Mike Poracaro, and ace drummer Simon Phillips (who also produced and mixed this recording for DVD). And while 35 minutes of Porcaro's backstage home-video might seem frivolous, it shows a band that's still having fun, as reflected in the beaming smiles of their appreciative Amsterdam audience. --Jeff Shannon
Product Description
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.System Requirements:Run Time: 141 mins Format: BLU-RAY DISC Genre: MUSIC DVD/CONCERTS Rating: NR UPC: 801213330591 Manufacturer No: 33305-9
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| Customer Reviews: Read 80 more reviews...
 TOTO - LIVE IN AMSTERDAM DVD November 16, 2003
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
I have seen at least one show of every Toto tour since 1986, and for me this captures one of their best. Whilst the hits were necessarily included to appeal to a wider fan base, there is ample album material and new arrangements for musicians and discerning music fans. Toto fanatics and cynics alike can get a flavour of the humour of this band on their own backstage video footage. Even if Toto don't achieve the recognition they deserve in their lifetime's, this DVD will be an excellent testimony to what Eddie Van Halen described as "collectively the best musicians on the planet". Fantastic post-production on both visual and especially the surround sound audio mixes.
 Audio and Video quality good...but the band isn't in their prime anymore May 7, 2007
9 out of 11 found this review helpful
I really love some of Toto's songs, and some of them can still bring it, but some of the band members are showing their age. The lead vocals in "Africa" just isn't the smooth, melodic voice you remember from the 80's.
Also, my personal opinion is that it's inexcusable to release a Blu-ray disc of a concert and not offer any type of lossless audio. This disc doesn't have 5.1 uncompressed PCM, nor Dolby TrueHD, nor DTS-HD Master Audio (or even high res, for that matter.) **IF YOU ARE A MUSICAL GROUP, WHY WOULDN'T YOU WANT YOUR MUSIC PLAYED IN THE BEST AUDIO FORMATS AVAILABLE?** I just don't get it.
IT'S ABOUT TIME! September 27, 2003
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
Finally, a concert DVD to showcase what a great live band Toto is. Their music always sounds better live to me because it comes across a little more harder and progressive due to some great improvisation by all of the virtuoso band members. Steve Lukather has always been one of my favorite guitarists and this performance demonstrates why. The DTS and Dolby 5.1 surround both sound excellent. The video is crisp and clear, and the camera work was perfect, capturing closeups of solos, as well as various angles of the entire stage show. Highly recommended.
ABSOLUTELY AWESOME MUSICIANSHIP! November 7, 2003
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I have quite a few live music DVDs and from start to finish, this is one of the best. The musicianship is outstanding on all accounts. Vocals are in the zone. Lukather's guitar work is fantastic, but his bandmates shine as well. The finale of "White Sister" really rocks. The arrangement of "Africa" is excellent. If you like Toto and have a DVD player, especially one with Dolby Digital surround sound, crank it up. This one is well worth it.
 Still Sounding Great March 20, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
When I first got this I wanted an HD DVD of a concert just to see if the audio was just as great as people said it was. So I popped 'er in and WOW, was I impressed. They still got it. When Bobby Kimball starts singing you know you are in for a ride.
The third song, While My Guitar Gently Weeps, is easily a new favorite. I found myself popping this in just for this one song alone. Watching Lukather rip it up on this track is exciting every time.
It looks awesome for the majority too, especially on the close ups. The only real problem with HD is that I it seems I'm always noticing when the camera goes out of focus. Not a big problem, but can get annoying when you are trying to focus on how amazing the detail is on their shirts or guitar straps.
Overall the sound is great and the visuals just pull you in and you feel like you are actually there. Definitley a must have for any serious Toto fan or anyone who likes good live music.
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