The Get Up Kids, who play Jannus Live in St. Petersburg, Floridao n Feb. 5, 2025. Credit: Photo by Shawn Brackbill

What became of everyone you used to know? If you’re an emo kid, you might find out when The Get Up Kids revisit their 1999 breakthrough album, Something To Write Home About.

The 13-track-outing inarguably changed the trajectory of the genre’s third-wave, with its melodic choruses, anthemic instrumental bridges and breakdowns, plus lyrics that bottled up angst that only got worse as the country descended into the post-9/11 doldrums.

And if you’re not taking a holiday of your own on Thursday, it’s best to say goodnight right after this mid-week treat.

Tickets to see The Get Up Kids play Jannus Live in St. Petersburg on Wednesday, Feb. 5 are still available and start at $29.

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This article appears in Jan 30 – Feb 5, 2025.