Incubus is a five-man al… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using this name:
Incubus is a five-man alternative rock band formed in 1991, based in Calabasas, California. Members include Brandon Boyd (vocals and percussion), Mike Einziger (guitar), Ben Kenney (bass), Jose Pasillas II (drums) and DJ Chris Kilmore (turntables). Former members of the band include Gavin Koppel (a.k.a. DJ Lyfe) (turntables) and Alex Katunich (a.k.a. Dirk Lance) (bass). The band's name may seem a peculiar choice to fans, as an incubus is a type of demon that, in mythological lore, comes in the night and has sex with women while they are sleeping; it seduces them in their dreams The story behind the name is that the band needed to think of a name hours before their first show and, after a few failed choices, Mike looked in a dictionary and chose "Incubus" almost at random. Mike says that the name was chosen because it sounded silly; Brandon holds that it was chosen because they were teenagers and the definition had the word "sex" in it. "We really didn't want to rape women in their sleep. But, we were fifteen and it seemed harmless to us then, and we never changed it," says the band.
Incubus has received both critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching multi-platinum sales, as well as releasing several successful singles. The band earned mainstream recognition with the release of their 1999 album Make Yourself. In 2001, Incubus became even more successful with the single "Drive" and their follow-up album Morning View. Their sixth studio album, Light Grenades, debuted at No. 1 in 2006 and has received Gold certification in the U.S. Incubus released their first greatest hits album Monuments and Melodies in June 2009, accompanied by a tour of the United States, Japan and Canada. The band's most recent album, 8, was released on April 21st, 2017.
2. A death/thrash metal band from Metairie, Louisiana. The band was made up of Francis Howard (guitar/vocals), Moyses Howard (drums), Andre Luiz (bass), and Luiz Carlos (guitar). The two Howard brothers are actually from Brazil, and immigrated to Louisiana. This Incubus has released one demo, and two albums, with one album being remastered and re-released with a different track listing. This band has changed their name to Opprobrium.
3. A death/thrash metal band from Georgia who released one demo in 1987. The drummer, Mike Browning, went on to Morbid Angel and later Nocturnus fame.
4. A thrash metal band from São Paulo, Brazil that released 2 demos in 1986 and 1988.
5. A thrash metal band from João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil.
6. A New Wave of British Heavy Metal band that released a full-length album "To the Devil a Daughter" in 1984. Still a favorite among NWOBHM fans.
7. A death/thrash metal band from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Released a demo "Sinful Dreams" in 1987. Changed their name to Spectral Birth in 1988.
8. A Techno/Rave combo.
Incubus
Incubus Lyrics
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The walls of the hall start coming down
You're thrashing and slamming like there's no end
The mob starts to get out of hand
Distorted sound goes through your ears
The pounding of the bass creates fear
You stop and breathe when we slow down
You have no chance 'cause our drummer's not fucking around
For the rest of your life
No peace, No chance, No sleep day or night
We're coming through your nughtmare you will see
So be ready to meet the power of...
[CHORUS]
Incubus, Incubus
[LEAD]
[CHORUS]
Incubus
You are the victim, because you betray us
You've got no place to hide
You can't destroy us we'll crank the decibel high
Our sound can never die! Die! Die!
The mission's not over
Preparing for your destruction
We'll thrash you with all emotion
You're running out of time
There's nothing you can do
We're taking your breath from you
Nothing you can do, Take your breath from you
We'll smash your skull
Came from the word
Only one word
Came from the sound of Incubus.
The lyrics to Incubus’ self-titled song describe the powerful and overwhelming experience of being at one of their concerts. The opening line, “When our powerful structure creates sound” refers to the band’s musical instrumentation, which creates a structure of sound that is then unleashed onto their audience. This sound is so intense that it causes the walls of the hall to “start coming down” and the audience to start “thrashing and slamming like there’s no end”. The lyrics suggest that this experience is almost like being in a mob, as the audience gets “out of hand” and the music creates a sense of fear and torment that will last for the rest of their lives.
The song also highlights the importance of the band’s drummer, who is described as “not fucking around”. When the music slows down, the audience is given a chance to catch their breath, but they are quickly pulled back into the intense experience. The chorus repeats the word “Incubus” over and over again, serving as a reminder of the power of the band’s sound. The lyrics suggest that the band’s mission is to “thrash” and “smash” their audience with their music, and that there is nothing their fans can do to resist it. In a way, the song is a tribute to the power of music and its ability to overwhelm and captivate its listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
When our powerful structure creates sound
As we play our music, the strength of our band generates an intense sound.
The walls of the hall start coming down
The sheer force of our music begins to physically affect the environment around us.
You're thrashing and slamming like there's no end
The energy of our music makes you unable to resist moving and dancing wildly.
The mob starts to get out of hand
The crowd's excitement and enthusiasm begin to escalate to a dangerous level.
Distorted sound goes through your ears
The fierce, distorted quality of our music penetrates your eardrums with intensity.
The pounding of the bass creates fear
The powerful, rhythmic bassline instills a sense of fear and domination in the listener.
You stop and breathe when we slow down
When we ease off the intensity, you're finally able to catch your breath and pause.
You have no chance 'cause our drummer's not fucking around
Our skilled drummer will not allow for any weakness or mistakes, giving you no opportunity to fight back.
Now you're gonna have this torment for the rest of your life
The overwhelming impact of our music will haunt you indefinitely.
No peace, No chance, No sleep day or night
Our music creates an incessant, consuming force that leaves you with no rest or respite.
We're coming through your nightmare you will see
Our music transcends reality, able to enter even your darkest dreams and visions.
So be ready to meet the power of... Incubus, Incubus
Prepare yourself to experience the indomitable force of our band, Incubus.
You are the victim, because you betray us
If you stand against us, you become the target of our wrath.
You've got no place to hide
There is nowhere to escape when faced with our all-encompassing music.
You can't destroy us we'll crank the decibel high
You cannot defeat the power of our music, and as we turn it up even higher, it becomes even more indomitable.
Our sound can never die! Die! Die!
The sheer intensity and immortality of our music cannot be denied or destroyed.
The mission's not over
We will continue to pursue our goals and create impactful music.
Preparing for your destruction
We are readying to unleash our power upon those who try to oppose us.
We'll thrash you with all emotion
Our music is charged with intense emotions, and we use that power to overcome all obstacles.
You're running out of time
Your time is limited and you'll soon face the full force of our music.
There's nothing you can do
You are powerless to our music's grip, and there's no way for you to fight back.
We're taking your breath from you
Our music is so overpowering that it literally takes your breath away.
Nothing you can do, Take your breath from you
You are helpless and unable to resist the breath-taking effects of our music.
We'll smash your skull
The intensity of our music will crush your mind and leave you reeling.
Came from the word
The power of our band's name, Incubus, symbolizes the energy and intensity of our music.
Only one word
Our band name says it all, and there's no other way to describe the force of our music than 'Incubus.'
Came from the sound of Incubus.
Our music's intensity and impact defines the essence of our name, 'Incubus.'
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