An admirable feat in a genre that tends to reward decibel levels instead of quality. Incubus also manages to make their songs upbeat and danceable as well as tunes to headbang to. (1997), the band earned mainstream recognition with the release of their 1999 album Make Yourself which spawned several hits, including the bands highest. The numerous styles on the album don't always blend perfectly, but they create a solid sound that defines the band. 'New Skin' adds a lot of funk to modern heavy metal while 'Summer Romance (Anti-Gravity Love Song)' is a spacy dance ballad. There's no anger surrounding his lyrics or his singing. Boyd's demeanor in concert and record is laid back and free flowing.

He also adds percussion with a bongo on a few songs (and in concert its a strange sight for such a heavy band). SongList Alice in Chains No Excuses Avett Brothers I and Love and You, Morning Song, Part From Me, Skin and Bones, Head Full of Doubt / Road Full of Promise. Brandon Boyd's vocals hit every range from quiet whispers to funk-styled rants to hard rock screams. Incubus' hip-hop influences come from their DJ and bassist instead of their singer. While the press and critics jumped over the sounds of Korn, Rage Against the Machine, and Limp Bizkit, Incubus quietly toured in support of S.C.I.E.N.C.E., their first major-label LP.

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