But Incubus’ influences truly coalesced on 1999’s multi-platinum Make Yourself, which featured a wider-ranging sound exemplified by the turntable-scratched “Pardon Me” and atmospheric-grunge single “Stellar”. Their 1997 major-label debut, S.C.I.E.N.C.E., showcased Boyd’s Anthony Kiedis-like ability to throw down bars and croon over both hip-hop-inspired beats and frenetic riffing. Formed in 1991 by Calabasas High School classmates Brandon Boyd, Mike Einziger and José Pasillas, the band took their earliest cues from funk rockers like Primus and Red Hot Chili Peppers. At every step of their career, Southern California’s Incubus have consistently defined modern rock with their hard-edged, emotionally potent songs and ever-expanding styles.
