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Focus 9 / New Skin

Focus · 2006

73 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock · art rock

A vibrant tapestry of intricate melodies and dynamic rhythms, blending progressive rock with artful experimentation.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with peaks vibrant melodies for exploration attention to intricate rhythms
Context
By the time 'Focus 9 / New Skin' was released in 2006, Focus had already established themselves as a cornerstone of progressive rock since the early 1970s. This album marked their return after a lengthy hiatus following 'Focus 8' in 2002, showcasing the band's ability to evolve while retaining their distinctive sound. It also highlighted their continued relevance in a changing musical landscape.
If you like
progressive rock, art rock

Focus 9 / New Skin is an album by Focus, released in 2006. A vibrant tapestry of intricate melodies and dynamic rhythms, blending progressive rock with artful experimentation. This album is significant for its critical reception, as it was one of Focus's most well-received works post-reunion, earning praise from fans and critics alike for its inventive compositions. It helped reintroduce the band to a new generation and solidified their status within the progressive rock community, maintaining chart presence in various European territories. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Focus 9 / New Skin sound like?

A vibrant tapestry of intricate melodies and dynamic rhythms, blending progressive rock with artful experimentation. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.

What makes Focus 9 / New Skin by Focus notable?

This album is significant for its critical reception, as it was one of Focus's most well-received works post-reunion, earning praise from fans and critics alike for its inventive compositions. It helped reintroduce the band to a new generation and solidified their status within the progressive rock community, maintaining chart presence in various European territories. By the time 'Focus 9 / New Skin' was released in 2006, Focus had already established themselves as a cornerstone of progressive rock since the early 1970s. This album marked their return after a lengthy hiatus following 'Focus 8' in 2002, showcasing the band's ability to evolve while retaining their distinctive sound. It also highlighted their continued relevance in a changing musical landscape.

Who is Focus 9 / New Skin for?

Focus 9 / New Skin works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, vibrant melodies for exploration and attention to intricate rhythms.

How many songs are on Focus 9 / New Skin?

Focus 9 / New Skin has 13 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·73:40

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

  • 1 Black Beauty 4:14
  • 2 Focus 7 5:23
  • 3 Hurkey Turkey 2 Standout 4:05
  • 4 Sylvia’s Stepson – Ubatuba 4:50
  • 5 Niels’ Skin 6:05
  • 6 Just Like Eddy 5:09
  • 7 Aya‐Yuppie‐Hippie‐Yee 5:18
  • 8 Focus 9 Standout 7:57
  • 9 Curtain Call 4:36
  • 10 Ode to Venus 4:30
  • 11 European Rap(sody) Standout 10:23
  • 12 Pim 3:01
  • 13 It Takes 2 2 Tango 8:03

Release Date

January 1, 2006

Genre

art rock, progressive rock

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Artist Origin

Netherlands

Runtime

73 min 40 sec