Focused
Billy Cobham · 1999
72 min · 8 tracks · funk
A vibrant fusion of jazz and funk, driven by intricate rhythms and expressive melodies that showcase Cobham's drumming prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mirage Start here — The opening track combines lush harmonies with intricate percussion, establishing the album's tonal landscape while showcasing Cobham's unique drumming style.
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Walking in 5 — This track features an unconventional time signature that highlights Cobham's innovative approach to rhythm and composition, making it a standout piece.
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Three Will Get You Four — With its complex arrangement and shifting tempos, this piece exemplifies the album’s exploration of rhythm while providing a showcase for Cobham’s technical skill.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gradual build to resolution
- immersive rhythmic exploration
- intricate improvisation appreciation
- focused listening sessions required
Maybe skip if you
- instant gratification seekers
- short attention span listeners
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks Cobham's return after nearly a decade, showcasing continued vitality in his musicianship.
- Career context
- In 1999, Billy Cobham released 'Focused' as his first studio album in nearly a decade, following a period of significant exploration and collaboration with various artists. This album marked a return to his roots in jazz fusion after experimenting with different genres and styles throughout the 1990s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mahavishnu Orchestra· Chick Corea· Weather Report
Tracklist
- 1 Mirage Start here 10:43
- 2 The Sleaze Factor 7:10
- 3 Walking in 5 9:51
- 4 How Was the Night? 8:06
- 5 Three Will Get You Four 11:39
- 6 Nothing Can Hurt Her Now 11:00
- 7 Disfigured Mirrors 7:21
- 8 Avatar 6:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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