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My Chemical Romance killed off the Killjoys in spectacular fashion on their Danger Days album. But death didn’t stop co-writers Gerard Way and Shaun Simon from returning to Battery City in 2013. The comic book sequel miniseries, The True Lives Of The Fabulous Killjoys, picked up where the MCR record left off. Now, Way and […]

In a back catalog overflowing with radio-friendly hits and roof-raising singalongs, it’s easy for some monumental tracks to slip under the radar. Emo juggernauts My Chemical Romance are no exception, despite only having four albums’ worth of songs to define their career. Delving into their discography with a magnifying glass, a laser gun and an […]

The first Saturday of May is held near and dear to the hearts of every comic book fan as Free Comic Book Day. Comic shops collectively open their doors to the legions of Marvel fanatics and DC devotees, offering exclusive issues for free in order to reward comic fans for their loyalty and to encourage […]

There are so many elements of My Chemical Romance that are easy to be fanatical over. Take your pick. Killer riffs? Lyrics seemingly lifted from Alan Moore comic books? A live show approximating a nuclear power plant in hazard mode? It was all part of their grand plan to harvest the best facets of popular […]

Gerard Way, the ever-iconic face of My Chemical Romance, has participated in a number of musical collaborations. With the relentlessly rising popularity of his comic book series The Umbrella Academy and a successful solo career under his belt, he’s somehow found plenty of spare time to contribute to other artists’ works over the years. In […]

My Chemical Romance are back together. More people are listening to their music, buying their merch and chatting about the emo warlocks. Thus, it only makes sense to re-release the Gerard Way-penned tie-in comic to their hit album Danger Days: The True Lives Of The Fabulous Killjoys. If you’re a true MCR stan, Gerard Way […]

We at AltPress hold the emo title in high regard and fully embrace all subsects of fans who proudly stand under the genre’s umbrella without discretion, only pure, kindred acceptance. We celebrate those who have first pressings of Sunny Day Real Estate vinyl, early 2000s My Chemical Romance fanatics who enlisted in the MCRmy during […]

My Chemical Romance just released what may be the longest and most incredibly hyped-up tour announcement of all time, “A summoning…” Granted, they did just announce their first U.S. tour in nine years. The 13-minute video is over six times as long as “An Offering…,” which was a promo for MCR’s U.K. Milton Keynes announcement.  […]

My Chemical Romance have officially returned to the stage for the first time in seven years. The band put those fresh picks and new guitars to good use for the comeback of the decade. On Halloween, MCR announced their return show for nearly two months away in Los Angeles. Now that wait and emotional preparation is finally over as the band […]

It was an unforgettable and emotional night for My Chemical Romance fans as we watched our emo icons take the stage once again. As we end the night with smudged eyeliner and full hearts, we take a look back at the career-spanning setlist from tonight’s reunion show. Check it out below! Read more: Saves The […]

My Chemical Romance are playing the most anticipated show of the decade. They announced their return with an image of a Pasquale Rizzoli statue. Now, the backdrop image at their show is a different statue than the one they first teased. The original statue was of a pair. The image used in the backdrop at […]

The moment is finally here: My Chemical Romance have officially returned to the stage for the first time in seven years. The band put those fresh picks and new guitars to good use for the comeback of the decade. On Halloween, MCR announced their return show for nearly two months away in Los Angeles. Now […]

Last month, Thursday sparked a whole new level of excitement regarding the My Chemical Romance reunion show after being announced as the opener. Now, this historical emo moment is upon us as Thursday kick off the night in the very best way possible by pulling Saves The Day frontman Chris Conley onstage! Check it out […]

My Chemical Romance fans are a rabid bunch. People have come from all over the world to witness a moment in history that is the My Chemical Romance reunion. Whether they’re from California or Cambodia, they all have on thing in common. Check out some faces of the lucky bunch below. Read more: My Chemical […]

Soldiers of the MCRmy, the day is finally here. My Chemical Romance will be returning to the stage for the first time since 2012. In celebration, we think it’s time to brush up on our MCR knowledge! Take this quiz to find out if you need to spend more time researching or if you’re ready […]

After six years of pining for the return of My Chemical Romance after their 2013 disbandment, fans would be more than happy to hear them play anything at their return show at Shrine Expo in Los Angeles next month. That said, there are a few songs fans old and new absolutely must hear again or […]

Although My Chemical Romance have been broken up for over six years now, fans can’t seem to keep them from creeping into their minds. This is especially true if you’re subscribed to the MCR subreddit, which never lets an easter egg sneak by including Jeep commercials. This time, the ambitious fanbase has uncovered a possible new […]