Bands & artists like Incubus

If you like Incubus, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

New to Incubus? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Deftones

Deftones

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Known for their blend of heavy riffs and atmospheric soundscapes, Deftones create a dynamic tension similar to Incubus's mix of grit and groove.

alternative metal nu metal
Faith No More

Faith No More

With their eclectic style that fuses metal, funk, and alternative rock, Faith No More shares a similar rhythmic complexity and genre-blending approach.

alternative metal alternative rock
Red Hot Chili Peppers

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Their fusion of funk rock with melodic elements mirrors Incubus's groove-driven sound and lyrical introspection.

alternative metal alternative rock classic rock
System of a Down

System of a Down

Combining aggressive instrumentation with melodic interludes, System of a Down offers a similar contrast of intensity and reflection found in Incubus's music.

alternative metal nu metal
Hoobastank

Hoobastank

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Hoobastank’s alternative rock sound features emotional lyrics and catchy melodies that align closely with the reflective aspects of Incubus's work.

alternative rock
P.O.D.

P.O.D.

Their blend of nu-metal and melodic hooks resonates with the rhythmic tension and uplifting moments characteristic of Incubus.

Christian metal alternative metal nu metal
Linkin Park

Linkin Park

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Linkin Park’s incorporation of rap-rock elements and emotional depth parallels the diverse sonic palette and introspective lyrics found in Incubus's music.

alternative metal alternative rock electronic rock
Alice in Chains

Alice in Chains

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With their dark, brooding sound and harmonic vocals, Alice in Chains shares a similar atmospheric quality that complements Incubus's more reflective tracks.

alternative metal alternative rock grunge

Common questions

Who sounds like Incubus?

Artists similar to Incubus include Deftones, Faith No More, Red Hot Chili Peppers and System of a Down. Each shares elements of Incubus's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Incubus?

Incubus is primarily known for alternative rock and funk metal. Their music pulses with a rhythmic tension that oscillates between driving force and reflective calm, creating a textured interplay of grit and groove.

Where should I start if I like Incubus?

If you enjoy Incubus, start with Deftones — their album "Gore" is a great entry point. Known for their blend of heavy riffs and atmospheric soundscapes, Deftones create a dynamic tension similar to Incubus's mix of grit and groove.