Focused
FOCUSED- BOW
Tooth and Nail
1993
Here it is. This album is (as far as I know) the first T&N hardcore album ever. This band started it all. This album is essential for the collector. Tim Mann's vocals are not the typical metal type screech but rather a more emotional yell usually only seen in old-school hardcore.
Most songs are rather slow and the lyrics seem to deal mostly with personal issues. Get this and remember what is was like when there were more than just a couple good hardcore bands.-8
FOCUSED- THE HOPE THAT LIES WITHIN
Tooth and Nail
1995
This is the second (and last) album from Focused. This one follows the same style as the last one but is a bit more mature. Tim Mann's vocals almost approach Marc Solomon style on some songs which is cool because this is hardcore the way i like it...emotional. Standouts include the Chain of Strength cover which (i might add) is done in pure Focused style. This is a good record and i am gonna miss these guys. R.I.P.-8
Side Note: Focused is back together and i just saw them
and they rock.
