Dan Toher is an Irish musician and producer whose debut single created a Rock/Classical crossover featuring leaders from the Irish National Symphony Orchestra and notable Irish rock performers.
He spent several years based in New York, maintaining strong Irish and international connections. During this period he developed a Celtic Salsa Rock/Latin crossover, performing with horn players from the Tonight Show, Puerto Rican and Dominican percussionists, Diva RnB vocalists such as the Raylettes, and gospel contributors from a range of indie labels — from Mary J. Blige’s collaborators to indie rap labels and virtuoso guest artists.
He achieved an early download No. 1 with his rock track “Away”, a fusion of hard rock and unmistakable Caribbean rhythm. Further releases followed.
Dan later expanded his Irish label, Frontier, to produce a series of creative projects linking talent across Dublin, London, and New York.
He completed Rock Orchestra sessions at Abbey Road Studios with the London Metropolitan Orchestra, Guy Barker, Hossam Ramzy, and British chart vocalists.
Many of these performances were captured on film and in the documentary “Live Unplugged in New York” and in Paris, showcasing the chemistry between Rock Flamenco, Brazilian, and Irish Rock, alongside guest Latin percussionists and stunning vocal collaborations — several featuring artists with U.S. No. 1 Billboard history.
His projects brought together a wide range of artists, including Saundra Williams, Arturo Sandoval, Victor Wooten, David Sanborn, Meia Noite, and Joanie Madden.
He also received support from Nile Rodgers’ label, which introduced him to additional U.S. virtuoso talent Luke Romero.
Dan’s work includes collaborations with the Harlem Gospel Choir, as well as his distinctive string arrangements performed by the London Metropolitan Orchestra.
He continued developing a Brazilian/Irish Rhythm & Rock crossover with guests connected to Sergio Mendes and Black Eyed Peas crossover projects in Rio.
After a health break, Dan completed these works and recorded new tracks — all first takes featuring Irish virtuosos Anto Drennan and Robbie Casserly — marking the beginning of a new international project to be developed further in the U.S.
In the meantime, Dan’s team plans to embrace the age of social media, sharing a mix of previous and recent works across platforms. They hope to capture upcoming sessions on film in various locations.
There are many musical gems still to be unlocked — from calypso and soca rhythms to Riverdance-influenced grooves and Puerto Rican percussion.
These works include an Elvis classic reimagined for the Caribbean, gospel-influenced tracks, and fresh improvisations infused with Irish spontaneity in words, music, and more.
