Mayday Parade has just revealed something that’s been in the works for quite some time. The group is officially gearing up to release their own psychological horror graphic novel via Sumerian Comics. Mayday Parade: The Faceless follows the band’s iconic “umbrella man,” and is set for shipping on May 29.
Sumerian Comics describes the release: “The Faceless, co-created by Jeremy Lenzo of Mayday Parade, is a psychological horror graphic novel inspired by the band’s iconic faceless ‘umbrella man’ imagery and music video lore. The story follows Derek Sanders as he begins suffering from recurring sleep paralysis in his new home, repeatedly waking to see a faceless man in a wide-brimmed hat watching him from the hallway. As strange smells, misplaced objects, and eerie red umbrella symbolism begin creeping into his waking life, Derek starts to question whether stress is to blame — or if something far more sinister is unfolding.”
The description continues: “Desperate for answers, Derek turns to his bandmates and the internet’s folklore surrounding the ‘Umbrella Man,’ but the deeper he digs, the more real the presence feels. When the activity escalates beyond his bedroom and into the daylight, he’s forced to confront the terrifying possibility that whatever is watching him may not be confined to his dreams.”
Pre-order your comic book set here.
Mayday Parade recently wrapped a massive tour with All Time Low. However, they will be keeping the fun going this summer at festivals, including Warped Tour and Aftershock. Check out their upcoming appearances below.
Tour Dates:
- May 7—Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome to Rockville
- May 9—Syracuse, NY @ Food Truck Battle (New York State Fairgrounds)
- May 16—Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival
- July 17—Turlock, CA @ Stanislaus County Fair
- July 18—Highland, CA @ Yaamava’ Resort & Casino
- July 25-26—Long Beach, CA @ Vans Warped Tour
- Aug. 21-22—Montreal, QC @ Vans Warped Tour
- Sept. 12-13—Mexico City, MX @ Vans Warped Tour
- Oct. 1—Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock Festival
- Nov. 14-15—Orlando, FL @ Vans Warped Tour*
