S.C.I.E.N.C.E.

by Incubus

Overview

While the press and critics jumped over the sounds of Korn, Rage Against the Machine, and Limp Bizkit, Incubus quietly toured in support of S.C.I.E.N.C.E., their first major-label LP. Incubus' hip-hop influences come from their DJ and bassist instead of their singer. Brandon Boyd's vocals hit every range from quiet whispers to funk-styled rants to hard rock screams. He also adds percussion with a bongo on a few songs (and in concert its a strange sight for such a heavy band). Boyd's demeanor in concert and record is laid back and free flowing. There's no anger surrounding his lyrics or his singing. "New Skin" adds a lot of funk to modern heavy metal while "Summer Romance (Anti-Gravity Love Song)" is a spacy dance ballad. The numerous styles on the album don't always blend perfectly, but they create a solid sound that defines the band. Incubus also manages to make their songs upbeat and danceable as well as tunes to headbang to. An admirable feat in a genre that tends to reward decibel levels instead of quality. ~ David Thomas

Product Details

Release Date:	02/19/2013
Label:	Music On Vinyl
UPC:	8718469532117
Rank:	44743

Tracks

Disc 1

1. Redefine
2. Vitamin
3. New Skin
4. Idiot Box
5. Glass
6. Magic Medicine
7. A Certain Shade of Green
8. Favorite Things

Disc 2

9. Summer Romance (Anti-Gravity Love Song)
10. Nebula
11. Deep Inside
12. Calgone
13. [Untitled]