Red Letter Day cover

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short energetic bursts of emotion
  • sing-along friendly anthems
  • nostalgic reflections on youth
  • for quick commutes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive albums
  • seek slow, introspective tracks

Where this album fits

Career 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
Jimmy Eat World· The Starting Line· Brand New

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 One Year Later 3:05
  • 2 Red Letter Day 2:58
  • 3 Forgive and Forget 3:27
  • 4 Anne Arbour 3:33
  • 5 Mass Pike 3:45

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