Biography of Incubus

The Calabasas, California-based funk-metal outfit Incubus was formed in 1991 by high school friends Brandon Boyd (vocals), Mike Einziger (guitars), Alex Katunich (bass) and Jose Pasillas (drums). Within a year of formation the group was regularly playing all-ages clubs throughout Southern California, in 1995 tapping DJ Lyfe to join their ranks for the independently released album Fungus Amongus. A year later Incubus signed with Immortal Records, issuing their debut EP Enjoy Incubus in early 1997. The full-length S.C.I.E.N.C.E. followed a year later, and the group hit the road in support, eventually landing a spot on the 1998 Family Values Tour. It was also at this time DJ Lyte left the band and was replaced by DJ Kilmore. In 1999 the group resurfaced with Make Yourself, which proved to be their breakout album. Initial sales were slow, but thanks to the hit single "Pardon Me" and the group's slot on the 2000 Ozzfest tour, the album was still selling well a year later, going gold and hitting the Top 40 thanks to the catchy single "Drive." While planning their next move, Incubus issued a limited-edition EP of rarities (When Incubus Attacks, Vol. 1) and re-released Fungus Amongus. In fall 2001, Incubus issued their third album, Morning View. It was slick and tight, and singles "Nice to Know You" and "Wish You Were Here" proved successful. They were mainstays on MTV's TRL and favorites among the press. In spring 2002, they hit the road in support of Morning View, headlining the annual Honda Civic Tour with Phantom Planet. ~ Jason Ankeny