The Get Up Kids

Seminal emo band Get Up Kids broke up in 2005 (so emo), reunited in 2008 and released There Are Rules to less-than-favorable reviews in 2011. This year, the band offered up Kicker, a four-song EP that successfully recaptures the outfit's original verve—and not a moment too soon. It's a promising return to form that will make for a fun, electric show.