I met Steve Lukather once. He is one of the most humble and funny people I have ever met. He is a great musician and a great human being. All of the members of Toto were so friendly.
I observed a sound test in Illinois in 2014 and, I have to say, Lukather came off as a bit of a jerk when they were trying to get the sound mix right. He was pretty blunt and cold to the sound guys. But ALL the great ones are jerks. It comes with the territory. And Luke is one of the greats, for sure.
@@michaelsmith6458 - maybe he was having a bad day. They are human after all. They can't always be entertaining.. they've been doing this for over 40 years and they just want to give a stellar performance, which they always do.. :-)
@@SweetThing maybe he has alot of bad days. Watch the sound test video in Japan with Jun where he tells his guitar set up guy to get the f#$& out of here for no reason. I'n sure he is extra nice to fans but there is no reason to treat staff like that in any profession. People can have bad days and still not treat people like shit.
@@turtlespiritflutes7570 - if you don't like him (for whatever your reason is), then just don't go see them. Simple as that! Have you ever met Luke? Maybe the "guitar set-up guy), they are called roadies maybe he has been f#cking up numerous times; maybe he needed to go.. maybe he was fired. Listen, I have met these guys in grocery stores; they are from my hometown and they have always been the most polite, pleasant bunch of dudes. They always sign autographs, they never say No; I never bother to ask them when I run into them, as they do have a life too & their off-time, with their families, should be their time. But they are always very nice. Whatever reason you want to nitpick about their attitudes, hey, if you don't like them, (for whatever your reason is) then just don't go see them! Simple!! Another thing to think about; they have had the same guys working for them for 40 plus years; these guys working for them wouldn't be there All These Years if they didn't respect Toto & weren't treated fairly. They have the same crew as they had all those years ago. Read Steve L's book; it's a good read & will give you an idea what the guy is all about. And all the people that adore him. He tours with Ringo Starr & his band 3 months of the year & Ringo loves him.
Without a doubt, my favorite musician I have ever met. Luke is just like this when you meet him - humble, SUPER funny and very connected to his fans. This man is probably one of the best guitarists on the planet, easily and he is approachable and kind. Great guy, can't say enough about all the great music he has written as well. And the little parts he does, that Spanish/Flamenco solo he does on Mushanga is so beautiful. That cool groove he plays on Stand Back by Stevie Nicks just grooves too. Luke is the man.
He is like the guy that was always there and i just now found him! He is amazing 😍 had no idea who he was until i looked him up after hearing "cant hold you back now" with that amazing solo. And he has been in so many songs i loved my whole life! ❤
Amazing guy, most of us never get to meet our guitar heroes. I met Steve at guitar center back when he did the Music man tour. Not only did I meet him, I was so amazed that he actually stuck around and talked to me. Then he came back and talked some more, just a great human being.
Total rockstar without the pretentious rockstar bullshit. After years of listening to this guy (and never coming within 1,000 miles of his talent), I was finally able to find a use for my guitar. It is now a doorstop. Thanks, Steve.
Roseanna Manues Toto has VIP Meet & Greet packages that are reasonably priced that include a photo with the band, an autograph session and access to their sound check. I’m not sure where you live but if they are ever close enough to you, I highly recommend it.
A rock star with honesty,humility, class and true talent and funny to watch him become a massive fan again,when close to any of the Beatles-a very likeable human being.
Unreal how pleasant this man is ,his whole persona. And in my opinion,one of the greatest Guitarist that ever lived. Id love to meet him and chat,what a great guy and Artist. Thank you for the music Steve:)
I love his humility in this. He is one of the greatest, most prolific musicians i the world and the way he acts like a kid in a candy store. Is very touching.
Once Steve Lukather and Greg Matieson covered a night at the Baked Potato in North Hollywood because Larry Carlton had to cancel. Greg Bissonette was on drums and John Peña played bass. Steve Stevens (Billy Idol) walks in with Rick Nielsen from Cheap Trick. Mike Laudau, Leland Sklar, Will Lee, Lenny Castro, Ray Davies (The Kinks), Carlos Vega, and Vinnie Colaiuta are all just hanging out. I met David Paich (great guy) that night and hung with him and Ray Davies. I already knew Luke because, as a guitar player, I was a fixture at "the Spud" in the 80s. Luke asked Rick to sit in, but he declined (he was drunk). Then Steve Stevens gets up on guitar and tore the house down. He is seriously short like Prince!! What a night that was!!
I could listen to Steve talk all day. He is full of interesting stories and I can completely relate to wanting to know how things and sounds were made in the studio. Very interesting guy.
Should have miked the interviewer. Steve is a great guy and has done so much. Jeff and Steve are two of the best musicians to ever play. Jeff Porcaro played on hundreds of recordings that you know. A real pro and meticulous musician. Look up his drum lessons on CZcams. Amazing guy.
...Steve's great ...from every angle...his musicianship...all of the singer / songwriter / musicians / bands that have brought him in for their albums , speaks volumes ...plus the guys pretty humble ....ps. ..and Steve if ur reading this ...let's meet for a beverage and talk shit soon "....cheers
Doy gracias a Dios por poner en nuestro camino a Steven Lee Lukather. Se merece lo mejor del mundo, lo amamos demasiado y esperamos de todo corazón que dure mucho más tiempo regalándonos su arte, sus risas y su esencia. Larga vida al Sr. Luke. Larga vida a TOTO. ❤
one of my all time favorite guitar players... love this interview. interviews like this keep me inspired to continue doing the interviews I do!!!! Thanks!!!
I give Steve credit for rocking the long hair after all these years. The consistency and texture has changed quite a bit; he used to have very thick, curly hair and now it seems straight. My dad used to have the same kind of hair and it’s since straightened out.
"Welcome to the great Steve Lukather." Laughs and says "Thank you for having me, I'm not." Then proceeds to casually mention he worked on two projects with Sir Paul McCartney - one of which was playing on The Girl is Mine on the Thriller album. Yes, this is greatness people. And humility to a fault! Haha xx
this has to be the hippest cat in the industry...NO pretension at all...really stands out and btw, his resume is more impressive than anyone...actors as well...yet he is the coolest...hmmm, wonder why he is so successful!
Very interesting interview. I know Val loved him and she is in the picture inside James Taylor's album. That is just the best picture! The first concert I ever saw was in Jacksonville to see The Beatles! I was with a best friend, Bill from Savannah. I was in the 9th or 10th grade, I think. Roy Oberson opened with his big hit, Running Scared. I met him but sure he doesn't remember when he and the rest of "Toto" when she was working on her album. I miss her so much.
Steve did not play all the guitar parts except the solo on beat it. The main riff was played by a famous jazz player whose name escapes me right now. There are three guitar players on the beat it track. Steve does the bass and the rhythm parts.
BrandOdyssey According to Lukather Paul Jackson Jr doesn't play rock hes a great player but is more funk orientated! And he's not on there but I remember the album credits listing Paul Jackson Jr on guitar!
Lukather è sempre un gran pezzo di figo nonostante quella specie di parrucca. Sto cercando di immaginarlo calvo.. 😜Gli auguro ancora cent'anni di vita, almeno. Vorrei vederlo e sentirlo cantare per sempre❤️💓
Book coming out next year? I thought it was due out this month? Loved this interview...Mr. L. Is such a cool dude and so modest. It amazes me how many songs he has been on that I consider my favourites!
KingdomofLuke1 ...he said in the interview 'next year' so I thought there was yet another delay...they played Dublin earlier this year on the day it was due out...but a change in plans meant a delay...he seemed to be in bad form that night...but good things come to those who wait...mine is due next week!! Yeehaw!!!
If you watch the video of that song, Patrick swayze can be seen at about 2 minutes and 40 seconds...he wears a red jacket...watch out for Paula Abdul in one of their other videos.
Someone ask Steve Lukather if he can do an interview without "name dropping" in every other sentence of his. Because he doesn't need to do that. Steve Lukather, himself, is Very Cool! So what makes him feel he needs to name drop SO much?
Helen Tudor-Douglas i think its because he is a humble guy and it’s amazing to him that hes played with his heroes and all these other amazing musicians. Hes a genuine guy
i never met meet him i hope that its not true great black vocalist tht steve and me who i am well i am D CI BELLS BEST SINGER OF HOLLAND can somebody please give me a band to sing with a great sound and a good microphone and i am just sa good as STEVE LUKE AT HER ADD IT EAT IT
I met Steve Lukather once. He is one of the most humble and funny people I have ever met. He is a great musician and a great human being. All of the members of Toto were so friendly.
I observed a sound test in Illinois in 2014 and, I have to say, Lukather came off as a bit of a jerk when they were trying to get the sound mix right. He was pretty blunt and cold to the sound guys. But ALL the great ones are jerks. It comes with the territory. And Luke is one of the greats, for sure.
@@michaelsmith6458 - maybe he was having a bad day. They are human after all. They can't always be entertaining.. they've been doing this for over 40 years and they just want to give a stellar performance, which they always do.. :-)
Met twice Steve and other Toto's members and all are very nice persons
@@SweetThing maybe he has alot of bad days. Watch the sound test video in Japan with Jun where he tells his guitar set up guy to get the f#$& out of here for no reason. I'n sure he is extra nice to fans but there is no reason to treat staff like that in any profession. People can have bad days and still not treat people like shit.
@@turtlespiritflutes7570 - if you don't like him (for whatever your reason is), then just don't go see them. Simple as that! Have you ever met Luke? Maybe the "guitar set-up guy), they are called roadies maybe he has been f#cking up numerous times; maybe he needed to go.. maybe he was fired. Listen, I have met these guys in grocery stores; they are from my hometown and they have always been the most polite, pleasant bunch of dudes. They always sign autographs, they never say No; I never bother to ask them when I run into them, as they do have a life too & their off-time, with their families, should be their time. But they are always very nice. Whatever reason you want to nitpick about their attitudes, hey, if you don't like them, (for whatever your reason is) then just don't go see them! Simple!! Another thing to think about; they have had the same guys working for them for 40 plus years; these guys working for them wouldn't be there All These Years if they didn't respect Toto & weren't treated fairly. They have the same crew as they had all those years ago. Read Steve L's book; it's a good read & will give you an idea what the guy is all about. And all the people that adore him. He tours with Ringo Starr & his band 3 months of the year & Ringo loves him.
I never get bored hearing Steve Lukather talk and all he's story's.
Get his book! It´s awesome!!!
Me neither, I have enjoyed his music and playing for many years !
right??? hes real
His book is an awesome reading full of interesting unknow anedoctes
Without a doubt, my favorite musician I have ever met. Luke is just like this when you meet him - humble, SUPER funny and very connected to his fans. This man is probably one of the best guitarists on the planet, easily and he is approachable and kind. Great guy, can't say enough about all the great music he has written as well. And the little parts he does, that Spanish/Flamenco solo he does on Mushanga is so beautiful. That cool groove he plays on Stand Back by Stevie Nicks just grooves too. Luke is the man.
The man has been involved with some of the greatest music ever made....
He is like the guy that was always there and i just now found him! He is amazing 😍 had no idea who he was until i looked him up after hearing "cant hold you back now" with that amazing solo. And he has been in so many songs i loved my whole life! ❤
I love it when Steve breaks into the Ringo Starr impression! Lols!!❤️❤️❤️
After hearing this can't wait to get his book
@Nick Costa Yes indeed and full of interesting unknow anedoctes
This man is THE musician and his speech is incredibly humble. I just love this man.
Amazing guy, most of us never get to meet our guitar heroes. I met Steve at guitar center back when he did the Music man tour. Not only did I meet him, I was so amazed that he actually stuck around and talked to me. Then he came back and talked some more, just a great human being.
Ariel Lopez Same here. I met him a year ago and he was super cool. He is a national treasure as far as I am concerned.
Chris Lester I agree!
Met twice Steve and other Toto's members and all are very nice persons
Total rockstar without the pretentious rockstar bullshit. After years of listening to this guy (and never coming within 1,000 miles of his talent), I was finally able to find a use for my guitar. It is now a doorstop. Thanks, Steve.
I'm humbled that I have met Luke, he's a wonderful musician and human being. God bless him for all inspiration I got and the music that saved my life.
Daniel Lekardal That’s awesome you got to meet him.😎 I so would like to meet him and the other original members of Toto.
Roseanna Manues Toto has VIP Meet & Greet packages that are reasonably priced that include a photo with the band, an autograph session and access to their sound check. I’m not sure where you live but if they are ever close enough to you, I highly recommend it.
pmadsea077 I live near Tucson, Arizona. They have already been in this state.
Met twice Steve and other Toto's members and all are very nice persons
A rock star with honesty,humility, class and true talent and funny to watch him become a massive fan again,when close to any of the Beatles-a very likeable human being.
This guy was always a badass, and his playing reflects it.
"did you get that for mr. Lukather?"
greatest story ever
I am a huge fan. Steve is the man! He sure works hard but music makes him happy. It is lovely that he and Ringo are great buddies.
this is what it's like to have been the coolest person any one around you has known for your whole life without you realizing how cool you are.
Unreal how pleasant this man is ,his whole persona. And in my opinion,one of the greatest Guitarist that ever lived. Id love to meet him and chat,what a great guy and Artist. Thank you for the music Steve:)
What a lovely guy
Not just a hilarious and completely authentic interview but also a masterclass in humility and graciousness. Makes the music shine that much more.
I love his humility in this. He is one of the greatest, most prolific musicians i the world and the way he acts like a kid in a candy store. Is very touching.
One of the coolest guys on the planet
Once Steve Lukather and Greg Matieson covered a night at the Baked Potato in North Hollywood because Larry Carlton had to cancel. Greg Bissonette was on drums and John Peña played bass. Steve Stevens (Billy Idol) walks in with Rick Nielsen from Cheap Trick. Mike Laudau, Leland Sklar, Will Lee, Lenny Castro, Ray Davies (The Kinks), Carlos Vega, and Vinnie Colaiuta are all just hanging out. I met David Paich (great guy) that night and hung with him and Ray Davies. I already knew Luke because, as a guitar player, I was a fixture at "the Spud" in the 80s. Luke asked Rick to sit in, but he declined (he was drunk). Then Steve Stevens gets up on guitar and tore the house down. He is seriously short like Prince!! What a night that was!!
Great player! Interesting guy! So many sessions! Brilliant!
This is one of the best interviews I have EVER watched on CZcams.
EVER!!
Amazing Steve, I love him
I could sit ALL DAY and listen to Luke. Amazing man and legendary player!
He has been a part of music history....sang and played
some of the best music ever made...this guy is awesome..period. One of the best of all time....
I could listen to Steve talk all day. He is full of interesting stories and I can completely relate to wanting to know how things and sounds were made in the studio. Very interesting guy.
I met him in april after a show in dublin.. really nice guy
Met twice Steve and other Toto's members and all are very nice persons
Annapaola Grandini i've seen this comment 2 times too😂
If anyone deserves the honor of recording with Paul and Ringo, it's Luke!
Sir steve lukather for ever 👍 💞 🇫🇷
Should have miked the interviewer. Steve is a great guy and has done so much. Jeff and Steve are two of the best musicians to ever play. Jeff Porcaro played on hundreds of recordings that you know. A real pro and meticulous musician. Look up his drum lessons on CZcams. Amazing guy.
Its cool that Luke still gets star struck meeting his musical heroes! Probably a good thing keeps him grounded!
...Steve's great ...from every angle...his musicianship...all of the singer / songwriter / musicians / bands that have brought him in for their albums , speaks volumes ...plus the guys pretty humble ....ps. ..and Steve if ur reading this ...let's meet for a beverage and talk shit soon "....cheers
One of the biggest Ritchie Blackmore fans.
Luke! The patron saint of rock and roll. Long may he live.
Really enjoyed listening to Steve.
Luke you are a great person and a great musician God Bless You man
Doy gracias a Dios por poner en nuestro camino a Steven Lee Lukather. Se merece lo mejor del mundo, lo amamos demasiado y esperamos de todo corazón que dure mucho más tiempo regalándonos su arte, sus risas y su esencia. Larga vida al Sr. Luke. Larga vida a TOTO. ❤
He's a compelling story teller... very engaging.
His book is an awesome reading full of interesting unknow anedoctes
Luke is one of the most humble, hilarious, and insanely talented musicians in the past decades.....
God, I love Luke...what a delightful guy!
LOVE STEVE LUKATHER 💕 🎸 🎶 🎧 🎼 pour toujours 🎼😘
my hero
Love this dude!
Love it! Was showing one of the Doctors I work with a CZcams of Steve playing! He was floored! He never realized how awesome Luke was!
What an awesome guy. Love Steve.
Steve lukater insieme ad eddy Van Halen sono Tecnica melodia nessuno suona come loro I migliori chitarristi Al mondo
an icon of the wold
Great interview!
Legend
Aaaaaa!!!!amo a stevito es genial este hombre lo amo😃
one of my all time favorite guitar players... love this interview. interviews like this keep me inspired to continue doing the interviews I do!!!! Thanks!!!
luke i have his mk2 ibanez, as a fan .love my guitar..work horse extraordinaire.it never fades ever. in tune thru 4 hour gigs.
Boss..........
Rock on \m/ Steve Lukather!
Great Musician ! Great Interview !
I give Steve credit for rocking the long hair after all these years. The consistency and texture has changed quite a bit; he used to have very thick, curly hair and now it seems straight. My dad used to have the same kind of hair and it’s since straightened out.
But he still handsome as hell.
He’s so very self deprecating. He knows he’s in the top ten best guitarists on the planet. But for a Beatles fan it must be a great gig.
LarryUK he’s just humble.
The world's coolest Human being!
Thanks, great interview!
Got the book on my Xmas list!
"Welcome to the great Steve Lukather." Laughs and says "Thank you for having me, I'm not." Then proceeds to casually mention he worked on two projects with Sir Paul McCartney - one of which was playing on The Girl is Mine on the Thriller album. Yes, this is greatness people. And humility to a fault! Haha xx
You're the real Boss Steve !
this has to be the hippest cat in the industry...NO pretension at all...really stands out and btw, his resume is more impressive than anyone...actors as well...yet he is the coolest...hmmm, wonder why he is so successful!
Que talento!!! Bello
Very interesting interview. I know Val loved him and she is in the picture inside James Taylor's album. That is just the best picture! The first concert I ever saw was in Jacksonville to see The Beatles! I was with a best friend, Bill from Savannah. I was in the 9th or 10th grade, I think. Roy Oberson opened with his big hit, Running Scared. I met him but sure he doesn't remember when he and the rest of "Toto" when she was working on her album. I miss her so much.
Great Interview. So Funny. Thanks for making the time to do this. Thanks.
wow, what a guy.
Cool guy.
Kisses from Peru!
He’s da man!
Seems like a real nice guy.
Damm great stuff!!.
I really think Lukather is a good guy. A real one. And an exceptional guitar player.
Steve, come hang out with me and my best friend great bass player Rickard in Sweden
Luke is the best! Real person...no BS about him.
Great chap!! 😁
Steve Lukather is low key Dr. Steve Brule.
Steve did not play all the guitar parts except the solo on beat it. The main riff was played by a famous jazz player whose name escapes me right now. There are three guitar players on the beat it track. Steve does the bass and the rhythm parts.
BrandOdyssey Paul Jackson Jr
BrandOdyssey According to Lukather Paul Jackson Jr doesn't play rock hes a great player but is more funk orientated! And he's not on there but I remember the album credits listing Paul Jackson Jr on guitar!
Steve does not play the solo on "beat it". Eddie van Halen did.
Lukather è sempre un gran pezzo di figo nonostante quella specie di parrucca. Sto cercando di immaginarlo calvo.. 😜Gli auguro ancora cent'anni di vita, almeno. Vorrei vederlo e sentirlo cantare per sempre❤️💓
Maaan, was he breaking my heart: Rosanna, 99, Georgy Porgy, Its Not The Same w/o Your Love......swoooooon....♡♡♡♡♡
Steve Lukather is the most cute thing in the fucking world. Just... just look that hair, man.
Book coming out next year? I thought it was due out this month? Loved this interview...Mr. L. Is such a cool dude and so modest. It amazes me how many songs he has been on that I consider my favourites!
It came out Sept 18 Margaret - it's a must-have. People are loving Luke's autobiography!
KingdomofLuke1 ...he said in the interview 'next year' so I thought there was yet another delay...they played Dublin earlier this year on the day it was due out...but a change in plans meant a delay...he seemed to be in bad form that night...but good things come to those who wait...mine is due next week!! Yeehaw!!!
margaret cunningham I think this may be an older interview maybe from last year maybe I'm wrong
Ryder Grimes ...that would explain it all right...thanks
He sure is Rose. Nice man too!
The dude got hammered.
That's just how he talks. He's been clean for ten years.
i dont believe that they dont want listen something from him in live there. This years are too bad for the music and art.
Boy cast Adam duritz from The counting Crows to play Steve lukather in the movie 😂😂
11:34 "...All the girls in high school that wouldn't have sex with me, they would now!! 😂😂😂
Sounds like a muppet show interview😂...Steve is a really nice bloke 😊
Hi Steve I was named after the song Rosanna. I was also wondering which dancer was Patrick Swayze.
Roseanna Manues blink and you miss him... Watch it slowly...
If you watch the video of that song, Patrick swayze can be seen at about 2 minutes and 40 seconds...he wears a red jacket...watch out for Paula Abdul in one of their other videos.
OH MY GOODNESS,I thought the thumbnail was Jon Lovitz!!
Not funny. Show some respect.
@@OttoByOgraffey WHAT? who did i disrespect?
If i had the opportunity to meet either luke or ringo i would choose luke...i want to know why luke thinks he is not as big as the beatles...
The odds r good if one is a professional musician
It’s the UK comedian Bill Bailey after a hair transplant ,,,
Steve's hairdo is his trademark? 😁
Someone ask Steve Lukather if he can do an interview without "name dropping" in every other sentence of his. Because he doesn't need to do that. Steve Lukather, himself, is Very Cool! So what makes him feel he needs to name drop SO much?
Really, what else does the guy do besides working with the best of the best every day? He's just talking about his work... his every day life.
You should his book, then, if his NAME DROPPING bothers you so much. He keeps certain names very private, so unclench
Helen Tudor-Douglas i think its because he is a humble guy and it’s amazing to him that hes played with his heroes and all these other amazing musicians. Hes a genuine guy
Bud you are the bomb, but ringo after playing with JEFF or SIMON really hahahahah
i never met meet him i hope that its not true great black vocalist tht steve and me who i am well i am D CI BELLS BEST SINGER OF HOLLAND can somebody please give me a band to sing with a great sound and a good microphone and i am just sa good as STEVE LUKE AT HER ADD IT EAT IT
A truly amazing guitarist.
But seriosusy............WTF is up with that hair?
😂
I LOVE his hair! It’s wild & crazy and fits him 😌