Since the guys were indeed seen as the opening act for Incubus on the last tour it is close indeed that the music style of the two bands similar to. But I have rarely experienced that two bands so by a) the melody and b) the song incredibly similar as is the case here. I personally do not mind, Incubus is awesome and who likes will love this album of Hoobastank! I think it's just awesome - for the very strong resemblance to Incubus's however a star deduction ... (do not misunderstand, the CD is great !!)