The Essential Incubus
Incubus · 2012
118 min · 28 tracks · alternative rock · funk metal
A compelling blend of funk metal and alternative rock, showcasing Incubus's diverse sonic evolution and lyrical introspection.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing with emotional peaks reflective moments for introspection two-halves listening experience
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'The Essential Incubus' serves as a comprehensive compilation capturing the band's trajectory from their 1999 breakthrough album 'Make Yourself' to their later explorations. At this point in their career, Incubus had transitioned through various musical styles and lineups, solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene with a broad fanbase.
- If you like
- alternative rock, funk metal
The Essential Incubus is an album by Incubus, released in 2012. A compelling blend of funk metal and alternative rock, showcasing Incubus's diverse sonic evolution and lyrical introspection. This compilation was significant as it highlighted Incubus's commercial success, featuring hits that charted on Billboard, including 'Drive' and 'Stellar'. It also served as a retrospective for fans, celebrating their dynamic range while introducing newer listeners to their influential sound. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Essential Incubus sound like?
A compelling blend of funk metal and alternative rock, showcasing Incubus's diverse sonic evolution and lyrical introspection. Rooted in alternative rock and funk metal.
What makes The Essential Incubus by Incubus notable?
This compilation was significant as it highlighted Incubus's commercial success, featuring hits that charted on Billboard, including 'Drive' and 'Stellar'. It also served as a retrospective for fans, celebrating their dynamic range while introducing newer listeners to their influential sound. Released in 2012, 'The Essential Incubus' serves as a comprehensive compilation capturing the band's trajectory from their 1999 breakthrough album 'Make Yourself' to their later explorations. At this point in their career, Incubus had transitioned through various musical styles and lineups, solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene with a broad fanbase.
Who is The Essential Incubus for?
The Essential Incubus works well if you're into steady pacing with emotional peaks, reflective moments for introspection and two-halves listening experience.
How many songs are on The Essential Incubus?
The Essential Incubus has 28 tracks, running approximately 118 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Version 3:34
- 2 A Certain Shade of Green 3:11
- 3 Redefine 3:20
- 4 New Skin 3:52
- 5 Summer Romance (Anti‐Gravity Love Song) 4:28
- 6 Pardon Me Standout 3:45
- 7 Stellar Standout 3:21
- 8 Drive Standout 3:53
- 9 Crowded Elevator 4:46
- 10 Wish You Were Here 3:34
- 11 Nice to Know You 4:44
- 12 Warning 4:39
- 13 Are You In? 4:25
- 14 Circles 4:09
Disc 2
- 1 Megalomaniac 4:55
- 2 Talk Shows on Mute 3:49
- 3 Agoraphobia 3:54
- 4 Monuments and Melodies 5:05
- 5 Pantomime 3:52
- 6 Make a Move 3:12
- 7 Anna Molly 3:46
- 8 Dig 4:17
- 9 Oil and Water 3:50
- 10 Love Hurts 3:57
- 11 Black Heart Inertia 4:53
- 12 Adolescents 4:49
- 13 Promises, Promises 4:27
- 14 In the Company of Wolves 7:35
Release Date
October 30, 2012
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
118 min 2 sec
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