Through the Looking Glass
Toto · 1999
55 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock
A reflective journey through classic rock covers infused with Toto's signature harmonies and musicianship.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady reflective listening experience peaks of emotional resonance harmonious vocal interplay throughout
- Context
- By the time 'Through the Looking Glass' was released in 1999, Toto was navigating a period of resurgence after lineup changes and a decade since their last studio album. This album marked their return to recording, featuring reimagined takes on classic tracks that showcased their enduring musical prowess while appealing to longtime fans and new listeners alike.
- If you like
- hard rock, pop rock, progressive rock
Through the Looking Glass is an album by Toto, released in 1999. A reflective journey through classic rock covers infused with Toto's signature harmonies and musicianship. 'Through the Looking Glass' is notable for its ambitious selection of covers, which highlights Toto's versatility and has garnered attention from both critics and fans. The album reached No. 95 on the Billboard 200 chart, affirming its relevance in the late '90s rock landscape amid changing musical trends. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Through the Looking Glass sound like?
A reflective journey through classic rock covers infused with Toto's signature harmonies and musicianship. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.
What makes Through the Looking Glass by Toto notable?
'Through the Looking Glass' is notable for its ambitious selection of covers, which highlights Toto's versatility and has garnered attention from both critics and fans. The album reached No. 95 on the Billboard 200 chart, affirming its relevance in the late '90s rock landscape amid changing musical trends. By the time 'Through the Looking Glass' was released in 1999, Toto was navigating a period of resurgence after lineup changes and a decade since their last studio album. This album marked their return to recording, featuring reimagined takes on classic tracks that showcased their enduring musical prowess while appealing to longtime fans and new listeners alike.
Who is Through the Looking Glass for?
Through the Looking Glass works well if you're into steady reflective listening experience, peaks of emotional resonance and harmonious vocal interplay throughout.
How many songs are on Through the Looking Glass?
Through the Looking Glass has 11 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Could You Be Loved 3:47
- 2 Bodhisattva 4:51
- 3 While My Guitar Gently Weeps Standout 5:15
- 4 I Can’t Get Next to You 4:04
- 5 Living for the City 5:49
- 6 Maiden Voyage / Butterfly 7:33
- 7 Burn Down the Mission Standout 6:28
- 8 Sunshine of Your Love Standout 5:13
- 9 House of the Rising Sun 4:40
- 10 Watching the Detectives 4:04
- 11 It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry 3:52
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
55 min 36 sec
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