Focus' album Moving Waves was released in 1972. Its opening track made the band famous. "Hocus Pocus" became so popular that it was issued again (in an edited version) in 1972 and 1973. In 1973, while recording for a new album, Focus re-arranged and re-recorded "Hocus Pocus" at a faster tempo for release in the USA.
Ever wondered what the original "Hocus Pocus" would sound like at the U.S. Single Version's speed? Now you can!
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You can even make your own! Take "Hocus Pocus", insert it into the digital audio workstation of your choice, and speed it up by 15% (without changing pitch; most DAWs have just such a function).
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