Live at Lollapalooza 2003
Incubus · 2003
59 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic performances blend alternative rock's anthemic hooks with funk metal's rhythmic grooves, capturing the live essence of Incubus.
Top tracks — play these first
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Warning Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Make Yourself — The title track resonates with the crowd’s energy and encapsulates the band's message of self-empowerment, making it a highlight of their live repertoire.
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Stellar — As one of Incubus's most recognizable songs, its atmospheric sound and memorable chorus create an unforgettable moment that showcases the band’s melodic strengths.
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Wish You Were Here — This cover of Pink Floyd’s classic introduces a poignant emotional depth to the setlist, demonstrating the band's versatility and ability to connect with their audience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Incubus's energetic live performance but lacks the depth of studio work.
What we noticed
- Each song transitions smoothly into the next, creating a continuous flow that mimics the live concert experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- engaging crowd interaction moments
- dynamic live performance flow
- infectious energy throughout set
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- for festival vibes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer studio polish over live
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Captures a high-energy live performance during the band's peak, beloved by fans.
- Themes
- Lollapalooza energy· self-empowerment anthems· nostalgic covers
- Career context
- Released in 2003, Live at Lollapalooza 2003 came during Incubus's commercial peak, following their breakthrough album Make Yourself from 1999. The band was solidifying their status as a leading act in the alternative rock scene, showcasing their evolution through dynamic live renditions of popular tracks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Deftones· Faith No More· Red Hot Chili Peppers
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Nice to Know You
The shift from introspection to a more assertive tone mirrors a personal transformation within the narrative.
Tracklist
- 1 Warning Start here 4:38
- 2 Nice to Know You 4:57
- 3 Make Yourself 3:00
- 4 The Warmth 5:03
- 5 Stellar 4:00
- 6 Circles 4:07
- 7 Vitamin 7:13
- 8 Battlestar Scralatchtica 3:44
- 9 Nebula 3:02
- 10 Pistola 4:23
- 11 Are You In? 4:21
- 12 Nowhere Fast 6:23
- 13 Wish You Were Here 4:08
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
By the Way
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Shares energetic performances with funk-infused rock and anthemic hooks that resonate with live energy.
In Love and Death
The Used
Combines alternative rock's emotional intensity with a high-energy sound, for live settings.
Meteora
Linkin Park
Captures a similar blend of anthemic melodies and aggressive rhythms, embodying the early 2000s alt-rock spirit.
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