Dear Friends,

Thanks you for your attentive responses. It just shows me
how concerned and deeply focused Toto fans are.
Upon first viewing I didn't find Africa in the video Blog.
I then realized it takes several screenings to include
the entire streaming so the hour 2 hour show.It takes a bit
of patience but is is very informative and there are some humorous moments.
Especially noteworthy is Bishop Tutu's dialogue which incudes several
charming and witty anecdotes. Also K'naan from Somalia is very deep
in his intro rap to "Waving Flag".

David Paich to perform at United Nations M.D.G. Awards — Thu, Mar 12, 2009
DAVID PAICH WILL SING TOTO HIT “AFRICA” AT UNITED NATIONS M.D.G. AWARDS CEREMONY WITH HARLEM BOYS CHOIR MARCH 17

Inaugural Event Will Honor His Grace Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu and Dr. Kevin Cahill for a Lifetime of Humanitarian Service with Millennium Development Goals Award, Macy Gray, K’naan, Akon, Julian and Sean Lennon, Keaton Simon and Mick Hucknell Will Also Perform

Well, We cut the Benson track.
WOW! what a party that was!

First I walked in and the rhythm section was
Greg Phillanganes, Marcus Miller, John Robinson(JR)
a new kid on guitar ,Jubal, and myself.
Not to mention Mr. Benson singing and playing.
I had to pinch myself all day long cause' I
knew I was dreaming.

At the helm was Steve Lukather, not to mention
the party that entered the room during the play back.
Let's see! There was Randy jackson from A I, Alice in Chains,
Pat Leonard(Madonna and Roger Waters) plus
a whole load of guests all grooving on real live music.

Hello Friends,

Just to let you all know what's the what,
Steve Lukather and myself have penned
another hopeful hit for the jazz Legend George Benson
for his up and coming album. We're very excited about
working with this Master of Guitar and vocals again.

Cheers!....David Paich

Dear Friends,

I had the great honor of being invited onstage to play for the last song
"LadyLoveMe"( which I co-wrote with my great friend and film-composer
James-Newton-Howard), At the Geroge Benson concert at the Hollywood Bowl
Aug. 26. What a treat at the SOLD OUT BOWL. The last time I had been there was
with Joseph Williams to watch his father John conducting the StarWars show.

What made the evening better was the song before my song was "Turn Your
Love Around' written by non-other than Steve Lukather. (I think his song won

After watching again just recently I want to
thank ALLESIO ROMANO for directing such a
great little piece on the song. He absolutely
got it......David Paich

We will truly miss you, Dave.You were one of a kind.
I'll see you when I see you.............David Paich

I want to personally thank all of the great birthday wishes from fans around the
world that I recieved. As much as I hate celebrating MY birthday, it was very touching
and put a huge grin over my chin!! Thank you all....David Paich

THERE IS A RUMOR THAT I MAY BE MAKING A SURPRISE APPEARANCE WITH TOTO IN JAPAN.
BOZ SCAGGS IS OPENING THE SHOWS THERE.....D

P.S. I HAVE YET TO DENY THIS RUMOUR

LOT'S TO SHARE WITH EVERYONE! STAY TUNED! XOXOXOXO DAVID