Incubus - Wish You Were Here (REACTION!)

[@GaltsGirl]

Here's the thing about incubus: you'll never be bored. They're phenomenal about trying something new and dragging you with them. I'd love to see y'all react to more.

[@SceneCoreIsNotDead]

incubus is and will forever be my favorite band of all time

[@theregoaftan9647]

This album is a classic! NO SKIPS! The entire album still in rotation for me in 2022.

[@NoPrefect]

Fact.

[@chrisrowan653]

Right there with you!

[@Slipcubusknight]

This was the first album I ever bought on release date. My mom took me to Best Buy and dropped me off at school late so I could listen throughout the day. 7th grade 😂. I think you guys would appreciate SCIENCE and Fungus Amongus. Definitely a lot heavier with jazz, funk, hip hop, and metal influences. Brandon basically was a melodic rapper in the beginning lol. Incubus is truly making genre-less music 🙌🏿

[@StanZbornak]

Start to finish. Morning view sessions was and still is one of my favorite music “DVDs.” I think dudes would like watching that or at least some clips.

[@nusmith97]

REACT TO " OBITUARY - BLINDSIDED " PLEASEEEEEEEEEE 🙏😭 Yall are going to enjoy it ALOT heavy & groovy.

[@RGFamReacts]

Make Yourself was their breakthrough album, with the massive hit "Drive", which you had to have heard. This album was the follow up album. Several big hits on this one. Lyrically, they are an exceptional band. Check out "Stellar" or "The Warmth".

[@MazterofPuppetz]

Love this whole album. Privilege, nowhere fast and the warmth are my faves.

[@Wildman70892]

Stellar 🔥

[@tootone]

So good!

[@chrisaprilpowers3252]

Also will you guys give us your thoughts on( Custom) HEY MISTER is the name of the song

[@joshuacrabtree5507]

"Make yourself" is a song i live my life by! Lol

[@tomwisniewski8988]

The turntable is a main instrument on their album SCIENCE. That's easily my favorite album by them. I've enjoyed them ok afterward but SCIENCE is a monster.

[@benhilsheimer8050]

Redefine would be a good song for you guys to react to. You would get to see the heavier more experimental side of Incubus… really any song off of SCIENCE would do the trick

[@xJCOx]

Summer Romance (Anti-Gravity) all day

[@dougludwig830]

Deep Inside

[@jason21602]

Albatros

[@LemonMeIon]

New Skin and Vitamin were both on a video game Test Drive Offroad 3 - first introduced me to the band.

[@PingoDK86]

It’s such a summer vibe song! Gotta love incubus for their ability to transport you to a beach with their words.

[@keefriff99]

Exactly! I actually listened to it on a beach…it was 20 years ago and I can still remember it. Just shows you the power of music.

[@kentakeura1617]

agreed :)

[@nusmith97]

REACT TO " OBITUARY - BLINDSIDED " PLEASEEEEEEEEEE 🙏😭 Yall are going to enjoy it ALOT heavy & groovy.

[@perhvarnes]

"I dig my toes into the sand..." Instant mental teleportation to the beach.

[@Lifebertarian]

This album is masterful. No skips at all. Brandon Boyd is masterful in his control. His voice is an instrument as much as it is a voice, and not a lot of bands can say that exact thing.

[@witchdoctor1]

If you wanna dig deep into Incubus, check out "The Warmth", "Certain Shade of Green", "New Skin", "Pardon Me", "Stellar", "Summer Romance"... hell, I could go on all day. They were one of my big favorites back in High School in the late '90's/early '00s.

[@MisterButterfingers]

BANGER, BANGER, BANGER, BANGER, BANGER, BANGER, BANGER, BANGER

[@Richie_Sterling]

Yes!!! The Warmth and Stellar my two favourites!!

[@hurricaneditka8729]

Hell yes!

[@DecentFan]

Summer romance is groovy af

[@MC-uj5gg]

I'd say Anna Molly too!

[@Javelino-]

might not be the most technical song out there but goddamn the vibes are incredible, takes you back to those carefree summers of the early 00s. So good.

[@Twenty4sevenn]

"Pardon Me" and "Stellar" are THE Incubus songs for me. My recommendations.

[@brett2015]

Incubus knows how to properly incorporate turntables into rock music. DJ Kilmore is the $hit 🔥🤘🏻

[@ShaunHensley]

such an underrated band. Every album is good

[@CLRF2]

Brandon’s voice got me into incubus. He’s a protege of Mike Patton/ Anthony Kiedis/ Jeff Buckley!

[@Astrophobia88]

If you pretend every album after "Light grenades" doesn't exist lol

[@saramichele7366]

Favorite band of all time

[@robertdunlop5247]

They were rated a long long time ago.

[@SlamFM36]

Incubus has like a space-y sound, turn tables can give a good space vibe. I think it sounds great with their music.

[@peytonbrezski]

“The Warmth” is one of the best alt rock songs ever imo. That build up at the end is perfect

[@derekjones3596]

So good!

[@bmillsproductions]

This one, "The Warmth" and "Pardon Me" are on my all-time favorites playlist. I can listen to those songs any time, in any mood. And they have more...

[@Stomach_achesx]

def a hidden gem!

[@Lebowski55]

Mike Einzinger is the guitar player. He absolutely goes OFF on A Crow Left of the Murder (2004) which is their most underappreciated album.

[@Sentraman4]

100%! I'd love to see a Sick Sad Little World reaction

[@shawnannul]

That album is just perfect front to back

[@jasonburns8983]

Agreed. even him playing both piano and guitar simultaneous in "here in my room"

[@badcovers967]

Such an underrated guitarist.

[@PJ_2761]

I'm 61 but when this group came out I realized they are outstanding musicians, one of my favorite songs by my favorite reaction duo, nice. Nice to know you is great too

[@babylonkid]

This song is nearly perfect. Sweet drum intro. Rhythm drops. Nice lyrics. Good vocals. Electric and acoustic guitar riffs. Sweet bass.

[@JDMEXforme]

That guitar piece is brutal. Its like reminiscent and summer vibes. Great song overall.

[@KevinHwoarang]

Timeless. Classic. Underrated. Incubus.

[@BoostedS650]

S.C.I.E.N.C.E is far and away they’re best work. Love the fusion rock. So many twists and turns and great grooves.

[@veil4067]

I completely agree, every song on the album is a banger, but glass is my favorite

[@thesilverhawaiian5024]

Their best album is still "S.C.I.E.N.C.E" its crazy how many genres they blended

[@PeteOliva]

Great disc. There's a big Faith No More influence on this album.

[@trevortomei2793]

Agreed my favorite album... Has a faster tempo from the other albums

[@nusmith97]

REACT TO " OBITUARY - BLINDSIDED " PLEASEEEEEEEEEE 🙏😭 Yall are going to enjoy it ALOT heavy & groovy.

[@dannycasson1551]

I totally agree..I just posted basically the same thing then saw comment below! I love this group.

[@brianmartinez5612]

They should give Unsung a listen. Dig the avatar,

[@DanCabral]

So many good songs, but I really think you guys would love "Are You In?. It's not one of their bigger hits, but I feel like all of the elements in that song would hit all or your hot buttons... Good groove, great bass work... It's a solid deep cut.

[@gucciman4380]

Are you in would be incredible for you guys I agree 100 percent, it's so damn good and I could def see you guys vibing to it.

[@gabrielgoodman4846]

Came to the comments to reccomend this. They would love it!

[@AJontheguitar]

It's perfect

[@isaacswarts6826]

It was the reason I got the album when it came out

[@brett2015]

Are You In is my all time, 💯 go-to beach song. Always the first song I play on the sand

[@freyjabrigid]

I could not love this song more. Incubus always takes me back to very specific times and places in my life.

[@AndreJHoward]

The turntable sound is actually live. They have a really good DJ I've seen him solo multiple times.

[@PlastoJoe]

Incubus is such an early 2000s vibe for me, I still rock this in my car sometimes.

[@IsolatedAntagonist]

This song always hits me, while deployed in 04, they played this before every movie in the anaconda theater. It was a montage of all those we had lost to the war.

[@James-of-all]

Thank you for your service and my condolences for all those you lost serving with.

[@catherinereynolds9644]

Difficult and beautiful memory. Thank you for your service.

[@bigsofty1977]

I was there too...

[@PaulGuy]

Wow, that's rough. Although it's cool that they did this for people and acknowledged the loses, instead of ignoring it and just pretending like everything is fine. That never makes anything better.

[@cjonesufc]

When Incubus dropped “Science” in 97 they started playing “New Skin” on WAAF in Worcester/Boston, MA and I thought it was Faith No More which was then, and is now, one of my favorite bands. That track is fantastic and is the first song that got them any significant traction. I’ve been a fan since.

[@CMClaudio1989]

Incubus is one of my all time favorite bands. So happy to see this

[@kyklain86]

This album is timeless. Incubus has some many good deep cut songs. Pistola, Just a Phase, Sick Sad Little world, the Warmth, Warning, privilege, nowhere fast, vitamin, certain shade of green...

[@fanatic26]

It is good music to put a person to sleep with

[@HawksNHabsPC]

Sick Sad Little World is my fav Incubus tune. The main riff and the instrumental section in the middle are amazing.

[@kyklain86]

@@HawksNHabsPC its my favorite song to hear live

[@jessicaw116]

Echo 💜

[@monumentsNmelodies]

4:10 Incubus were one of the earlier, if not first Rock Bands to have a turntablist in the Band, way before Lincoln Park etc...they don't get credited enough for that. DJ Kilmore Joined In 98' and elevated their sound even more with his talent, plays keys and a few other instruments besides the Tables. (DJ Lyfe was the original).

[@Bigdogfindley]

This song, for whatever reason, makes me feel some kind of way. Puts a tear in my eye. Not sure if it's because the guy in the story is happy and I am not, or I wish I had my toes in the sand, chillin out on the beach with no stress...It's strange how some songs kinda hit you that way.

[@jasonashley9853]

I know exactly what you mean. Like the line "I wish you were here" sounds like longing for something you don't have. Longing for a time that doesn't exist anymore. And BOOM. Just like that. You're not happy but the singer is. Lol.

[@footnotedrummer]

One of my favorite tunes by these guys. To be honest... one of the reasons I loved these guys was because of the seamless integration of the turntable. It's just always tasty.

[@CMClaudio1989]

Fun fact, their DJ is a world renowned, competitive dude. He's got his accolades

[@dio52]

This song has been on my playlist for years. The music is great, but especially the sentiment of the lyrics is so peaceful and positive without being cheesy. Who hasn't had a moment of peace and beauty that you didn't wish you could share with someone you cared about?

[@TornSoul062473]

Pardon Me was the first song I remember by Incubus. I've liked pretty much everything they've released, and I give them extra points for naming their first album Fungus Amongus. I've literally repeated that every time I saw a mushroom thoughout my life. The Fungus Amongus.

[@nicholasrea4338]

This one of my favorite songs from this era

[@jgarcia4721]

Floaty is a great way to describe this song

[@eenriquezi1]

That band is just LOVE

[@Quilly1]

The turntable doesn't sound bad, it's just the thing that dates it the most. You laugh first purely because you remember the era and then a second later you realize it kind of rules and that era actually had its charms

[@nusmith97]

REACT TO " OBITUARY - BLINDSIDED " PLEASEEEEEEEEEE 🙏😭 Yall are going to enjoy it ALOT heavy & groovy.

[@deadassdgaf100]

it "dates the song, huh. well, yeah...you got that right. let's you know it's made when music (rock, specifically) was actually good. i hear that shit ...... and I know I'm home! ahhhh!

[@Bones12x2]

Im a huge metal head and listen to a lot of super heavy stuff...but Incubus is still one of my favorite bands ever. They just flat out right good music. Stellar is a track y'all will...Dig...

[@aranderson43]

"I like the powerful chorus and smooth verse" Welcome to every System of a Down song

[@CaptainFirefred]

Thats what we 90ties angst-teen-newmetal kids listened to when we had a happy moment.

[@UKInfamousElite]

I was in a cover band for 10 years until Covid hit. We covered a few Incubus songs as well as The Warmth. One of my all time favorite Incubus tracks. 🐋🔥

[@abefrohammer3105]

If you watched the live version of this youd see how exceptional this band is. No drop off. The charismatic voice does a great reaction to it.

[@chrismcbrayer4018]

This is my favorite album! And Mike Einziger is one of my favorite guitarists!

[@jonkenyon4876]

mine too!

[@Rimiler]

This song is awesome. My Dad played this all the time in the 90’s when I was a kid. He was born in 66 so he was in his early 30’s at that point. Born in 91 he and I were able to merge and agree in the sounds and genres of music we listened to during those times. Such a good building block for a father and son relationship.

[@jackbadger3976]

S.C.I.E.N.C.E is their best album, they hit the mark on most their other albums.

[@destructingbeauty2888]

Incubus is feel good, thought provoking,deep shit.

[@phoenixfox2697]

It doesn’t always have to be the next greatest song ever to be a good playlist worthy song. It’s just gotta vibe, that’s all.

[@JoeVideoed]

Truth, amen. P.S. As a former Phoenician, gotta love your name AND avatar.

[@seandarrow9854]

I just saw them in Irvine a few weeks ago and they were still great. I'll always be very fond of this band.

[@RoyBaty]

DJ Chris Kilmore on the turntables, signature for Incubus.

[@jrjubach]

So their breakout album you could say is Make Yourself, as that had their biggest hit to date on it, titled Drive. It was their second studio album, being released two years after S.C.I.E.N.C.E. Incubus did have an album prior to S.C.I.E.N.C.E. called Fungus Among Us, but for some reason that’s not counted among their studio albums. Make Yourself also had Pardon Me and Stellar, and all these hits were way more radio-friendly than anything we’d seen from Incubus before. So it’s gotta be Make Yourself for the band’s “breakout” album. Peace.

[@notTHEcher]

And the best thing about these guys is that they sound exactly like their record when they're live! I was so glad that I got to see them in MT before the lockdown. I've wanted to see them for YEARS...& they did NOT disappoint!! LOVE Incubus!!

[@LL-ow1qt]

This album was and still is a classic. My fave summer album. Love it to pieces ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bguzewi0]

Love Incubus. They've built my sister and my relationship with each other. Any time they play near us we'll go see them, and it's strengthened our bond over the years. You can always tell you're seeing a timeless band when you see them live and their audience is diverse enough to cover all walks of life.

[@gsmarchand]

Just A Phase - Incubus. The best song, in my opinion, from them. Pink Floyd style start to a heavier rock ending and everything in between.

[@lisaprince6996]

I’ve been an Incubus fan from the beginning in the mid to late ‘90’s. I lost my daughter in 2016 and this song was played at her funeral and will always be a reminder of the fact she’s gone and I will always miss her. Baby, I wish you were here!

[@the_nikster1]

I love Incubus! that ethereal sound you were talking about is kind of their signature thing, combined with the turntable effects. their music is great to put on to just be chill and groove to. not everything that sounds good has to be difficult or complex, it just has to be good and make you feel good. ❤

[@naushadkabir6745]

This is medium floaty for them. What I love are their space-rock type songs like Nebula, Calgone, Stellar, or even Echo or Beware Criminal

[@aaronmiller4871]

Talk show on mute is my all time favorite incubus jam. But anything off of make yourself or morning view will be a banger as well

[@dasdeke]

This was a follow-up to "Make Yourself", which was their break out album. All the songs on "Morning View" are bangers! One of the few albums I can listen to all the way through. You could randomly point at a song and like it. Give "Drive" a listen from this album.

[@michelangelotroccoli7748]

The warmth by them is a must

[@3allz]

Incubus had 3 albums before Morning View - the first 2 were moderately successful and had a bit of an underground following with the 2nd album having a couple of hits. Their style/sound changed quite a bit between the 2nd and 3rd album too (they were slightly more ska/punk/nu-metal imo on the first 2 albums - think early RHCP, big inspiration for Incubus). The 3rd album really catapulted them though with songs like 'Drive' and 'Pardon Me' and Morning View continued, if not elevated them even more. So many good songs on that album.

[@Skiwithryan]

This guy gets it

[@William-Ocean]

Just saw these guys live last week. Great show

[@bobby_c07]

I recommend "Redefine", "New Skin" or "A Certain Shade of Green" from their SCIENCE album

[@mindsurfer101101]

My sister passed away 6 years ago and this was one of our mutual favorites. This song reminds me of her every time.

[@stigmajosh]

This whole record is awesome. Their previous album, "Make Yourself" was their breakout album with singles that gave them national and international attention but "Morning View" (named after the road in Calabasas, CA that the house was on where they recorded this album) carried them to new heights.

[@angelasepi657]

I love Incubus!

[@elviss8105]

This is such an amazing album!

[@williamgemmill6416]

Mike Ezienger is a classically trained jazz guitarist, that is the crazy chords

[@bardknight]

I imagine everyone in the comments has already mentioned this, but Incubus is incredibly diverse. This album was their first one that heavily leaned into a more melodic and "pop" sound, but still having an edge. They started as a more heavy, funk rock type band then started experimenting with different sounds. A Crow Left of the Murder is where they started developing their modern sound which is a bit more progressive and having jazz elements. If Not Now, When is in my opinion their weakest album, while still having some of my favorite songs of theirs. I'm a huge Incubus fan so I'm terribly biased lol but even their "bad" material is good.

[@fmlAllthetime]

They're a consistent band of artists. Kinda like a Slayer, Rancid or DMX. Nothing they put out is bad. Maybe not as up to par with their other work, but not bad. They don't have a hard fall off period like a Metallica, Kanye or Green Day.

[@FragranceEmpire]

My favorite group ever!

[@caniprokis7780]

S.C.I.E.N.C.E. Had a lot more DJ work going on that was fantastic. Certain Shade of Green is an awesome song. I had this album on tape in high school and wore it out!

[@chrisridley1840]

Been listening to incubus since they started, and that particular song still gives me goosebumps...I reckon, when it comes to music, technicality for most people is irrelevant, it's how the music makes you feel.

[@Andrewk44]

I love “into the summer” by them. I don’t know if many have heard it but it’s a vibe

[@keefriff99]

Man, this song brings me back. I can remember vibing to it while laying on the beach. It has an awesome chill atmosphere.

[@NaumAlberto]

Glad to see you revisit Incubus. Morning view is a great album. Lots of gems on that one. I thoroughly recommend Just a phase. It's among their more unorthodox songs.

[@ragingstorm79]

Just a Phase is my favourite from the album, such a great track.

[@naushadkabir6745]

Great song

[@smokeyplays7183]

soo many good incubis songs yall can do beeen waiting on this one

[@fadedidentity]

Incubus is one of my favorite bands of all time! This album was one of my most played during my childhood. Morning View and Make Yourself and perfect, no skips type of albums. Their newer stuff isn’t as exciting, but they haven’t put out a single bad project. even their older, more experimental type stuff is still a fun listen. Incubus really knows how to create a vibe with their music. they’re very rhythmic in their approach with the guitar and bass laying down the framework, and Brandon Boyd providing that awesome melodic touch with his incredible voice. and the way the guitarist Mike breaks away from the rhythm and incorporates those melodic runs makes him a very unique and underrated player. And DJ Killmore is instrumental in their sound, he helps create the atmosphere with his sampling and scratching. Incubus really knows how to make catchy, emotional, vibey music. and they are very well respected in the history of alternative rock. Songs y’all need to check out: “Nowhere Fast”, “When It Comes”, “Make Yourself”, “Nice To Know You”, “Have You Ever”, “Sick Sad Little World”, “Talk Shows On Mute”…I could go on forever

[@claytonlewis9501]

“Sick, Sad, Little World” is a song that is right in your pocket.

[@Atomicron1]

Give "The Warmth" a chance, from 'Make Yourself'. You'll never leave Incubus' side after that.

[@pmaster1173]

The turntable guy actually plays the keys in the band too. Fits their vibe perfectly.

[@Jamie.Laszlo]

FYI.. Shadow of the Sun was Audioslave.

[@tbrill2]

Love you guys! You check out all genres good music transcends borders!!!! Incubus is amazing!

[@ragerider6283]

I'm not a big Incubus fan but they are such a nostalgic band for me & I have a soft spot for them. I was at uni when this came out & there was a girl I really liked & this song always made me think of her but she didn't like me so it was a really emotive song for me. Although on reflection she clearly had good taste lol.

[@soccerwizard975]

Incubus does a great job at isolate a feeling.

[@alvaroperez8132]

Their best song to me, personally, is The Warmth. The lyrics the in & out of going hard is perfection.

[@hapyharyhard0n581]

Dont let the world bring you down. not everyone here is that fucked up and cold.

[@treff9226]

Pretty much my most played alternative band at this moment! Incubus write smart, introspective lyrics, Mike is a killer guitarist and great vocals from Brandon! They have the ability to rock hard, all the while adding touches of great beauty......and yes, George and Ryan...even some scratching! Total package! .. ...

[@jinjerjunkie]

This is one of their many great "commercial" hits, but by far my favorite Incubus album is S.C.I.E.N.C.E, every song is a banger but my favorites are "A Certain Shade of Green" "Nebula" "Deep Inside". Please check one of these songs out!

[@wolfhawk1999]

There's a reason Incubus was HUGE back in the late 90s and early 2000s. They are actually really good at what they do. Excellent songwriters, great vocals, airy, fun, beautiful, poppy tracks with a little extra depth to them. Something everyone can enjoy

[@CMClaudio1989]

Incubus legitimately is one is worth delving into marathon style

[@homankw]

SCIENCE

[@JD_Slacker]

Agreed

[@naushadkabir6745]

This band deserves a marathon

[@gmorkins6006]

Drum sound on this album is so good.

[@perkibest22]

Love this song! And this album! So many great songs!😊

[@kato0828]

Scratching was right at home in the Incubus sound. LOVE this band and Ryan will dig having their whole catalog on his playlist. After you get through the popular tunes, go for some deep cuts like Sick Sad Little World and Pendulous Threads.

[@FuZioNisG]

Would love to see you guys react to either stellar, warning, or talk shows on mute. These guys are on my top 5 favorite groups of all time. Incredibly talented. Much respect to you guys!

[@matthewhoward-white463]

"Make Yourself" was their polished breakthrough album, no question. But there catalogue is seriously underrated now. I recommend "The Warmth" as it has one of the best bridge sections going. But the whole album is a masterpiece.

[@kabz888]

There are 100 tracks you would probably enjoy much more from Incubus. To name a small few: sick Sad little world, Make Yourself, Circles, Nice to Know You, Rogues, Dig, Vitamin, A Certain shade of Green, Summer Romance, The Warmth, When it Comes, Pistola, Talk Show on Mute...

[@JapandaaaTV]

S.C.I.E.N.C.E. is hands down my favorite album by them. 🙌 SO many memories listening to it back in high school.

[@chriswatchingponies9877]

Awesome band. I don't even think that i've even listened to all of their albums. Their ballads are beeaaauuuutiful. Southern Girl. Here In My Room. Echo is ballad-y. Super sexy. Beautiful.

[@OcelotDAD]

Ive been rediscovering Incubus this year. It’s a great band, fantastic musicianship.

[@Arakiel9]

There was a time in my life when I would not have given Incubus a chance, for exactly the reason Ryan touched on. I had this immature elitism, specifically with music, that kept me in my head, analyzing how complex/virtuosic the music was, rather than just "do I like it?" I am glad that I was late to hearing anything from Incubus. I hadn't heard anything from them up until 2013 (which seems crazy to me) when a co-worker turned me on to them. I love Incubus. I love the melodic hooks they write. I love the rhythmic accents. I love the creative elements they throw in. It's not full of complex polyrhythms or unexpected key changes, but dayumn it's beautiful. Glad you guys did this. Keep digging. As much as I like this song, it isn't even top 10 from this group for me. Here are some more of my favorite songs they've done. Pardon Me Make Yourself Nice to Know You Warning Here in My Room ps: Also, @RGFam Reacts posted a couple more from my Incubus playlist, Stellar and The Warmth, both are great imo.