Red Letter Day
The Get Up Kids · 1999
16 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · emo
A vibrant mix of catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate late '90s emo while still embracing a pop-punk spirit.
Why this album works
This EP is significant for its role in popularizing the emo genre during the late '90s, showcasing emotional authenticity that resonated with a generation. It received positive critical reception and helped establish the Get Up Kids as key figures in the movement, influencing countless bands that followed.
- Best for
- short energetic bursts of emotion sing-along friendly anthems nostalgic reflections on youth
- Context
- Released in early 1999, 'Red Letter Day' was the Get Up Kids' follow-up to their acclaimed breakthrough album 'Something to Write Home About.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the emo and punk scenes, building on their reputation while exploring a more polished sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Linkin Park· Beck· Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· Lana Del Rey· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One Year Later Standout 3:05
- 2 Red Letter Day Standout 2:58
- 3 Forgive and Forget Standout 3:27
- 4 Anne Arbour 3:33
- 5 Mass Pike 3:45
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