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Podcast: What the Riff Next Gen
Episode: 1985 - April: Toto “Toto IV”
Description: Yes, you are right - Toto IV was released in March of 1982, not April of 1985. However, the rock group Toto was a celebrity phenomenon in 1985, particularly in Japan. In April of 1985 MTV broadcast a special episode showcasing a Toto concert from Japan.
Toto IV was both a commercial and critical success. Three of the singles would be top 10 hits, and the album would achieve triple Platinum status as it became known as one of the best albums of the year. Critically, the group would earn six Grammy awards including Album of the Year, and Record of the Year...