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At the Rainbow

Focus

42 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock · art rock

An exhilarating blend of intricate musicianship and whimsical storytelling, punctuated by virtuosic instrumentals and dynamic rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling through instrumentals
  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • wave-like pacing for exploration
  • engaging participatory moments
  • short bursts of playful energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • dislike extended instrumental sections

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1973, 'At the Rainbow' is Focus's third album, following their breakthrough with 'Moving Waves'. The band was solidifying their reputation in the progressive rock scene, building on the success of the hit single 'Hocus Pocus' from their previous album.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Focus III 3:54
  • 2 Answers? Questions! Questions? Answers! 11:19
  • 3 Focus II 4:38
  • 4 Eruption (Excerpt), Parts I–VII 8:41
  • 5 Hocus Pocus 8:29
  • 6 Sylvia 2:53
  • 7 Hocus Pocus (Reprise) 2:55

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