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My Chemical Romance Is & Always Will Be Political… Deal With It

Uh oh… My Chemical Romance has entered the “online discourse,” and long-time fans are clashing with “casual” fans. My Chemical Romance has just kicked off their Long Live The Black Parade tour, and some ticket holders took to social media to describe their surprise and perhaps upset with the band for their political themes. At the Seattle date, Gerard Way held an “election” with the crowd who “voted” for hooded “candidates” in the center of the stadium. In classic MCR theatrical fashion, these hooded figures were “executed” and taken out in body bags. “Thank you so very much for participating… Read more »

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My Chemical Romance Welcome Fans Back To The Black Parade

Clad in their Black Parade marching band uniforms, My Chemical Romance welcomed fans back to The Black Parade yesterday, July 11, in Seattle, WA, for night one of the “Long Live” The Black Parade tour. Violent Femmes kicked off the night with a rousing 13-song setlist, featuring fan favorites “Kiss Me” and “Gone Daddy Gone” before MCR took to the stage. Once My Chemical Romance hit the stage, they launched straight into a full-album performance of their 2006 landmark release The Black Parade. A subtle yet striking update to their signature Black Parade uniforms included red stripes accenting the pant… Read more »

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TikToker Reimagines My Chemical Romance as Disney Princess Ballad

Singer Lauren Paley, who has become a TikTok sensation, has given us the Disney princess we’ve been desperately waiting for since 2002. In her series, “Singing Popular Songs Like a Disney Princess,” the artist has reimagined the beloved My Chemical Romance track, “Welcome To The Black Parade.” With sugary sweet soaring vocals and theatrical flair, she reimagines emo’s most anthemic track as a moment straight out of a lost Disney classic. Watch the video below. In the series, she’s also covered Avril Lavigne’s “I’m With You” and “Sk8r Boi,” Evanescence’s “My Immortal” and “Bring Me To Life,” Fall Out Boy’s… Read more »

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My Chemical Romance Release Three Cheers Deluxe Edition

To celebrate the 21-year anniversary of their breakout album, My Chemical Romance has unleashed Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge (Deluxe Edition). The record has been extended from its original 13-song tracklist to feature four previously unreleased live versions, pulled from the band’s 2005 BBC Radio 1 The Lock Up session. The deluxe reissue of their beloved 4x Platinum sophomore album has been fully remixed and remastered and also features stunning new artwork. Read more: Pierce The Veil Are In Their Prime On I Can’t Hear You Tour You can listen to the record and watch the restored music video for… Read more »

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10 Musicians Celebrating Their Birthdays In June

June is officially here, and it’s not just the perfect time to indulge in summer treats (hello, Ben & Jerry’s) and get your music festival tans…or burns…on, it’s also time to celebrate some of your fave musician birthdays. These Gemini and Cancer babies have made some of the most iconic modern rock, pop-punk, and indie tracks, and for that they deserve the best birthdays ever. From Tonight Alive‘s Jenna McDougall to Twenty One Pilots‘ own Josh Dun, here are some birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Jenna McDougall — June 1 Jenna McDougall of Tonight Alive and Hevenshe… Read more »

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8 Emo Bands That Landed Songs On Major Movie Soundtracks

Let’s level with each other—the music in a movie can make or break the whole entire viewing experience. I mean, what would Star Wars and Jurassic Park be without John Williams’ beloved orchestral arrangements? Or, what would a viewing of Titanic be without the tear-inducing “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dion? Of course, some movies are made better by rock and metal music. (Just look at any soundtrack from the Saw franchise.) These emo bands utterly transformed movies in the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s by being on the soundtrack. Read more: 8 Spooky Movie Soundtracks for Your Inner… Read more »

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My Chemical Romance, blink-182, More to Perform at Shaky Knees Fest

Shaky Knees Festival is back for its 12th iteration, with My Chemical Romance, blink-182, and Deftones leading performances for the three-day event. The fest is set to make its return to Atlanta, GA, September 19-21, 2025, at Piedmont Park. Beyond the powerhouse headliners, Shaky Knees 2025 boasts an impressive lineup across all three days this year. Friday, September 19, will bring sets from Lenny Kravitz, The Marías, Pixies, IDLES, and more. Saturday, September 20, keeps the momentum high with The All-American Rejects, Johnny Marr (formerly of The Smiths), Mannequin Pussy, Die Spitz, and others. The festival will wrap up on… Read more »

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Green Day Is Reportedly Headlining Coachella 2025

On April 22, Coachella confirmed on Instagram that they would be back on April 11-13 and 18-20 for the 2025 installment of the famous arts and music festival. With the fest only mere months away, rumors are now starting to swirl about who might be on the lineup. While an official roster hasn’t been revealed, some reports have shared a handful of stars set to appear. Per a Rolling Stone piece by author Tomás Mier, Green Day and Post Malone will be festival headliners, as well as Travis Scott, who will be in a special guest slot for 2025. Additionally,… Read more »

DNA Interviews #35: Alec Kossoff OF Wings Denied!

This week on DNA Interviews: The Metal DNA Podcast, Shawn is joined by Alec Kossoff of Wings Denied to talk about their rad new record Just The Basics, as well as 90s hip hop, Deftones, and a lot of other great music. Catch Metal DNA live Saturdays @ 8pmEST on idobi Howl! Follow Metal DNA on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! Subscribe/Follow on iTunes & Spotify

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8 Spooky Movie Soundtracks for Your Inner Goth and Emo Phase

By now, it is common knowledge that rock music and horror movies have enjoyed a long-term symbiotic relationship. The rough edges and grizzly gore in the horror genre benefit from the visceral, emotive breakdowns that heavy music provides. The two genres share overlapping audiences who love to celebrate their union. Throughout the years, we’ve seen an array of iconic movie soundtracks that feature some of rock’s most celebrated musicians. Here are eight undeniable standout soundtracks to add to your watchlist and playlist this Halloween season. The Crow The Crow has become synonymous with gothic style, music, and culture—and for good… Read more »