There Are Rules
The Get Up Kids · 2011
42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · emo
A raw and introspective collection of songs blending emotional melodies with punk-infused instrumentation.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys introspective late-night listening steady, consistent energy levels
- Context
- Released on January 25, 2011, 'There Are Rules' marked The Get Up Kids' return after a hiatus following their 2004 album 'Guilt Show'. This album showcased a shift in their sound towards a more experimental approach, reflecting the band's evolution since their early days in the late '90s emo scene.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, emo
There Are Rules is an album by The Get Up Kids, released in 2011. A raw and introspective collection of songs blending emotional melodies with punk-infused instrumentation. 'There Are Rules' received a mixed but generally positive reception from critics, showcasing the band's ability to adapt while still retaining their identity. It reflected a resurgence of interest in emo and indie rock at the time, influencing newer bands exploring similar sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does There Are Rules sound like?
A raw and introspective collection of songs blending emotional melodies with punk-infused instrumentation. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes There Are Rules by The Get Up Kids notable?
'There Are Rules' received a mixed but generally positive reception from critics, showcasing the band's ability to adapt while still retaining their identity. It reflected a resurgence of interest in emo and indie rock at the time, influencing newer bands exploring similar sounds. Released on January 25, 2011, 'There Are Rules' marked The Get Up Kids' return after a hiatus following their 2004 album 'Guilt Show'. This album showcased a shift in their sound towards a more experimental approach, reflecting the band's evolution since their early days in the late '90s emo scene.
Who is There Are Rules for?
There Are Rules works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, introspective late-night listening and steady, consistent energy levels.
How many songs are on There Are Rules?
There Are Rules has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tithe 3:39
- 2 Regent’s Court 2:06
- 3 Shatter Your Lungs 2:49
- 4 Automatic Standout 2:55
- 5 Pararelevant 3:37
- 6 Rally ’round the Fool Standout 5:17
- 7 Better Lie 4:18
- 8 Keith Case 4:05
- 9 The Widow Paris 3:37
- 10 Birmingham 2:36
- 11 When It Dies Standout 4:04
- 12 Rememorable 2:59
Release Date
January 25, 2011
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 2 sec
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