Toto guitarist Steve Lukather is dispelling rumors surrounding the band’s classic-era lead singer, Bobby Kimball.
Kimball was behind the mic for lots of the band’s greatest hits, together with “Rosanna,” “Maintain the Line” and “Africa.” His preliminary run with the group lasted from 1977 to 1984, at which level drug dependancy and infighting led to his dismissal. He later rejoined Toto for a second run, lasting from 1998 to 2008.
Rumors about numerous feuds between Lukather and Kimball have repeatedly cropped up, particularly when the singer was unnoticed of Toto’s reunion in 2010. Though Kimball has continued to be absent from the band, Lukather insists he and his former bandmate are on good phrases.
Steve Lukather Slams Rumors of a Feud With Bobby Kimball
“Pay attention, I like Bobby, and we have been in contact,” the guitarist famous throughout a current look on the Rockonteurs podcast. “I like him, and there is a third social gathering concerned that sends love. There was all this bullshit within the early ‘90s about how we have been mortal enemies and all this crap. That was only a lie.”
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“He is one of many best singers I’ve ever been round,” Lukather continued, praising Kimball’s expertise as “one among a form.” “When the voice was on, he was untouchable. And you’ve got that a lot energy, man. It takes lots to make that energy come alive.”
The guitarist additionally supplied a quick perception into his former bandmate’s well being, noting that Kimball is “beginning to lose contact with who he’s now due to the dementia.” “It’s extremely unhappy, and I’ve no proper to speak about it,” Lukather famous, earlier than reaffirming, “I like Bobby Kimball.”
Toto will embark on a 2026 North American tour starting Feb. 18 in Milwaukee.
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