Monuments and Melodies
Incubus · 2009
108 min · 26 tracks · alternative rock · funk metal
A reflective collection blending alternative rock anthems with introspective ballads and funk-infused grooves.
Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective moments of introspection dynamic peaks and valleys sing-along anthems for gatherings
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Monuments and Melodies' is Incubus's first compilation album, following their commercially successful 'Light Grenades' in 2006. This period marked a transition for the band as they explored their past hits while also hinting at new directions in their sound, paving the way for future experimentation.
- If you like
- alternative rock, funk metal
Monuments and Melodies is an album by Incubus, released in 2009. A reflective collection blending alternative rock anthems with introspective ballads and funk-infused grooves. The album debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Incubus's enduring popularity after over a decade in the music scene. Its release also highlights the band's ability to blend genres and appeal to both long-time fans and new listeners, cementing their status in alternative rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Monuments and Melodies sound like?
A reflective collection blending alternative rock anthems with introspective ballads and funk-infused grooves. Rooted in alternative rock and funk metal.
What makes Monuments and Melodies by Incubus notable?
The album debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Incubus's enduring popularity after over a decade in the music scene. Its release also highlights the band's ability to blend genres and appeal to both long-time fans and new listeners, cementing their status in alternative rock. Released in 2009, 'Monuments and Melodies' is Incubus's first compilation album, following their commercially successful 'Light Grenades' in 2006. This period marked a transition for the band as they explored their past hits while also hinting at new directions in their sound, paving the way for future experimentation.
Who is Monuments and Melodies for?
Monuments and Melodies works well if you're into reflective moments of introspection, dynamic peaks and valleys and sing-along anthems for gatherings.
How many songs are on Monuments and Melodies?
Monuments and Melodies has 26 tracks, running approximately 108 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Black Heart Inertia 4:53
- 2 Drive Standout 3:53
- 3 Megalomaniac Standout 4:55
- 4 Anna Molly 3:47
- 5 Love Hurts 3:58
- 6 Wish You Were Here Standout 3:34
- 7 Warning 4:39
- 8 Stellar 3:21
- 9 Talk Shows on Mute 3:49
- 10 Pardon Me 3:45
- 11 Dig 4:18
- 12 Oil and Water 3:50
- 13 Are You In? 4:24
- 14 Nice to Know You 4:44
- 15 Midnight Swim 3:15
Disc 2
- 1 Neither of Us Can See 4:04
- 2 Look Alive 4:22
- 3 While All the Vultures Feed 3:53
- 4 Pantomime 4:39
- 5 Anything 3:33
- 6 Punch Drunk 5:14
- 7 Admiration 4:13
- 8 Martini 4:10
- 9 A Certain Shade of Green (acoustic) 3:37
- 10 Monuments and Melodies 5:05
- 11 Let’s Go Crazy 4:28
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
108 min 35 sec
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