Album Info
| Artist: | Focus |
| Album: | Hocus Pocus - The Best Of Focus |
| Released: | Europe, 2013 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Hocus Pocus | 6:42 |
| Written-By - Jan Akkerman, Thijs Van Leer | ||
| A2 | Anonymus | 6:43 |
| Written-By - Hans Cleuver, Jan Akkerman, Martijn Dresden, Thijs Van Leer | ||
| A3 | Focus (Instrumental) | 9:39 |
| Written-By - Thijs Van Leer | ||
| B1 | House Of The King | 2:21 |
| Written-By - Jan Akkerman | ||
| B2 | Focus II | 4:03 |
| Written-By - Thijs Van Leer | ||
| B3 | Janis | 3:09 |
| Written-By - Jan Akkerman | ||
| B4 | Tommy | 3:23 |
| Written-By - Tom Berlage* | ||
| B5 | Sylvia | 3:31 |
| Written-By - Thijs Van Leer | ||
| B6 | Harem Scarem | 5:52 |
| Written-By - Thijs Van Leer | ||
| C1 | Focus III | 0.253472222222222 |
| Written-By - Thijs Van Leer | ||
| C2 | Mother Focus | 3:04 |
| Written-By - Bert Ruiter, Jan Akkerman, Thijs Van Leer | ||
| C3 | Bennie Helder | 3:32 |
| Written-By - Thijs Van Leer | ||
| C4 | Glider | 4:39 |
| Written-By - Jan Akkerman | ||
| C5 | Red Sky At Night | 5:51 |
| Written-By - Jan Akkerman, Thijs Van Leer | ||
| D1 | Focus IV | 3:59 |
| Written-By - Thijs Van Leer | ||
| D2 | Hocus Pocus (U.S. Single Version) | 3:25 |
| Written-By - Jan Akkerman, Thijs Van Leer | ||
| D3 | Tropical Bird | 2:43 |
| Written-By - Bert Ruiter | ||
| D4 | Crackers | 2:44 |
| Written-By - Jan Akkerman | ||
| D5 | Black Beauty (2006) | 4:13 |
| Written-By - Thijs Van Leer | ||
| D6 | Brazil Love | 6:16 |
| Written-By - Bobby Jacobs, Niels Van Der Steenhoven, Pierre Van Der Linden, Thijs Van Leer |
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Details
Original Release Year: |
1993 |
Genre(s): |
Rock, Prog Rock, Classic Rock |
Format: |
Vinyl Record LP |
Description
If you're a fan of progressive rock and haven't yet experienced the Dutch band Focus, you're in for a treat with their 2013 vinyl reissue of "Hocus Pocus - The Best of Focus." This album is an outstanding introduction to the group's distinctive blend of classical, jazz, and rock influences, featuring some of their most memorable tracks from the early '70s.
"Hocus Pocus - The Best Of Focus" kicks off with "Hocus Pocus," a track that will likely be familiar to many listeners, even if they don't realize it. Its infectious yodeling melody and driving riffs have been used in numerous commercials, movies, and TV shows over the years, making it a bona fide classic rock staple. But there's much more to Focus than this one hit single, and the rest of "Hocus Pocus - The Best Of Focus" showcases the band's impressive musical range.
Tracks like "House of the King" and "Sylvia" feature intricate guitar work and soaring melodies that demonstrate the band's classical roots. Meanwhile, "Focus III" and "Hamburger Concerto" showcase their jazz influences with their improvisational structures and virtuosic instrumental solos.
One of the standout tracks on "Hocus Pocus - The Best Of Focus" is "Eruption," which is a nearly 24-minute tour de force of musicianship. The track is divided into several distinct sections, each featuring different instrumental textures and moods, and all anchored by drummer Pierre van der Linden's powerful grooves. It's a thrilling listening experience that never feels overindulgent or self-serious.
All of the tracks on "Hocus Pocus - The Best of Focus" showcase the band's impressive musicianship, with each member given ample opportunity to shine. Guitarist Jan Akkerman and keyboardist/flutist Thijs van Leer are the driving forces behind the group's sound, but bassist Bert Ruiter and drummer van der Linden are equally important in creating the band's dynamic and propulsive rhythms.
The 2013 vinyl reissue of this album is a must-have for any serious collector, as it features remastered sound that brings out the full depth and detail of the band's performances. The vinyl format also adds a warmth and richness to the sound that is difficult to replicate with digital formats.
In short, "Hocus Pocus - The Best of Focus" is a perfect introduction to the musical world of this innovative and influential band. Its varied styles and impressive musicianship make it a must-listen for any fan of progressive rock or classic rock in general. And with its superb 2013 vinyl reissue, this album has never sounded better. Buy your copy today!