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Released 50 years ago

Ship of Memories

Focus · 1976

36 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock · art rock

A whimsical blend of progressive rock and artful melodies, evoking a surreal journey through soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical soundscapes for daydreaming
  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • short tracks for quick exploration
  • surreal journey through melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Ship of Memories' marked Focus's fifth studio album during a period of creative evolution following their commercial peak with 'Moving Waves'. At this point, the band was navigating lineup changes and experimenting with their sound, exploring shorter compositions while still maintaining their signature intricate musicianship.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 P’s March 4:49
  • 2 Can’t Believe My Eyes 5:23
  • 3 Focus V 2:59
  • 4 Out of Vesuvius 5:52
  • 5 Glider 4:42
  • 6 Red Sky at Night 5:47
  • 7 Spoke the Lord Creator 2:35
  • 8 Crackers 2:44
  • 9 Ship of Memories 1:44

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