Incubus

USA, 1991–now

Calabasas, California band led by Brandon Boyd, formed in 1991. From funk-metal beginnings they broadened into melodic alt-rock on Make Yourself and Morning View ('Drive', 'Wish You Were Here'), one of the more musically adventurous acts of the post-nu-metal era.

MusicRoots documents 3 artists who influenced Incubus and 1 artist Incubus influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced Incubus?

• Faith No More — Faith No More's genre-blending funk-metal is a core model for Incubus's early, eclectic sound.
• Red Hot Chili Peppers — The Red Hot Chili Peppers' funk-rock is a direct influence on Incubus's rhythmic, funk-metal foundations.
• Rage Against the Machine — Rage Against the Machine's rap-metal power feeds the heavier, riff-driven side of early Incubus.

Which artists did Incubus influence?

• Flyleaf — Cited by the band among their influences, with Rage Against the Machine and the Smashing Pumpkins.