The All-American Rejects with Motion City Soundtrack, New Found Glory, and more

Formed in 1997 by Minneapolis natives, punk-pop band Motion City Soundtrack gained popularity with hits produced by Mark Hoppus. Known for albums like "I Am the Movie" and "Even If It Kills Me," their music features collaborations with Blink-182 and tours with ok Go and Warped Tour.

Founded in Coral Springs in 1997, New Found Glory sparked the easycore subgenre with hits like "My Friends Over You." Known for energetic pop-punk, they achieved gold and platinum with albums and MTV fame.

Tyson Ritter and Nick Wheeler, from Stillwater, Oklahoma, founded the emo-pop band All-American Rejects in 1999. Known for hits like "Swing, Swing," "Dirty Little Secret," and "Gives You Hell," their albums have achieved platinum status. They've collaborated with producer Greg Wells and faced challenges, including a canceled tour due to Ritter's knee surgery. Their distinctive sound, influenced by bands like AC/DC, continues to resonate, with chart success in the U.S. and U.K.

The Get Up Kids, formed in Kansas City in 1997, made waves with their emotive and energetic emo-pop style. Known for albums like "Something to Write Home About" and cult hit "Four Minute Mile", their influence remains strong in the genre. They've toured with iconic bands and successfully reunited for multiple projects post-2005 breakup.