My Chemical Romance

My Chemical Romance is an alternative/punk/hardcore rock band that released four studio albums and a compilation album over a twelve-year period from 2001 to 2013. They went on a six-year hiatus, returning on Halloween 2019 with the announcement of a highly anticipated reunion. Their honest, raw lyrics and inspirational narratives have resonated with millions.

The band was formed after front-man and founder Gerard Way witnessed the 9/11 terror attacks in New York City, feeling compelled to inspire change and empower people. This led him to write their first song, "Skylines And Turnstiles." He shared the lyrics with his friend Matt Pelissier, who agreed to be the drummer. Gerard then brought in Ray Toro as lead guitarist, invited his brother Mikey Way to play bass, and Frank Iero as rhythm guitarist.

Their debut album, *I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love*, was released in 2002, with some demos recorded in Matt Pelissier's attic, affectionately called the "attic demos." The album's copyright warning humorously stated: "Unauthorized duplication is a violation of applicable laws and will result in Gerard coming to your house and sucking your blood."

The band gained fame with their second album, *Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge*, released on Reprise Records. Hits like "I'm Not Okay," "Helena," and "The Ghost Of You" attracted a wider fanbase. After its release, they joined the 2005 Vans Warped Tour alongside bands like Fall Out Boy and Avenged Sevenfold. Matt Pelissier then left the band, and Bob Bryar took over as drummer.

*The Black Parade*, possibly their most well-known album, came out in 2006 as a concept album about a character called The Patient's death. Also released on Reprise Records, it was the last My Chemical Romance album featuring Bob Bryar. Years later, Gerard Way admitted the band nearly ended after the album:

"When the tour basically ended with us conquering the world, we were supposed to ride off into