
Focus
Focus 3 - Focus (2) - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)
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Dutch prog rock at its most inventive—double album, wild jams, and flute solos that truly soar.
ArtistFocus
Catalog NumberMP 9445/46, MP 9445/6
FormatLP
GenreRock
LabelPolydor, Polydor
Manufacturing Year1974
MoodExperimental
No Of Records2
Record ConditionNM
Sleeve ConditionVG+
About this
Released in 1972, 'Focus 3' finds the Dutch band Focus at the apex of their creative powers, navigating the untamed waters of progressive rock with a distinctly European flair. This double LP is a sprawling canvas where virtuosity and improvisation intertwine, from the instantly recognizable yodels and guitar heroics of 'Sylvia' to the jazz-tinged, multi-part epic 'Anonymous II.' Thijs van Leer’s flute and organ textures are both playful and transcendent, while Jan Akkerman’s guitar work blurs the line between rock bravado and classical precision. What sets 'Focus 3' apart is its willingness to experiment—each track feels like a fearless exploration, yet the band’s melodic sensibility keeps even the wildest moments inviting. For vinyl collectors and fans of adventurous music, this album is a touchstone: it’s where boundaries dissolve and genres converse. Beyond its technical prowess, 'Focus 3' captures a sense of joyful invention that’s rare in rock history, inviting listeners into a world where the unexpected feels completely natural. Owning this record is not just about enjoying remarkable musicianship—it’s about experiencing a pivotal moment in progressive rock’s evolution.
Track List:
A1 - Round Goes The Gossip... - 5:15
A2 - Love Remembered - 2:48
A3 - Sylvia - 3:31
A4 - Carnival Fugue - 6:06
B1 - Focus III -
B2 - Answers? Questions! Questions? Answers! - 20:04
C1 - Anonymus II (Part 1) - 19:26
D1 - Anonymus II (Conclusion) - 7:29
D2 - Elspeth Of Nottingham - 3:03
D3 - House Of The King - 2:22