New Found Glory and The Get Up Kids

Formed in Coral Springs, Florida in 1997, New Found Glory became pop-punk trailblazers with hits like “My Friends Over You.” They've produced gold and platinum records, defined the easycore subgenre, and played on MTV. The band faced adversity when guitarist Chad Gilbert battled cancer in 2021 but turned the experience into their heartfelt acoustic album, Make the Most of It.

The Get Up Kids, formed in 1995 in Kansas City, are known for their influential emo sound with energetic punk-driven melodies. Their acclaimed 1999 album, Something to Write Home About, helped them rise to prominence. After splitting in 2005, they reunited in 2009 and released several records, including 2011's self-produced There Are Rules and 2019’s Problems. They've famously toured with bands like Green Day and collaborated with producer Peter Katis. Members have pursued side projects, like Pryor’s The New Amsterdams and Dewees with Reggie and the Full Effect.