My Chemical Romance is a celebrated American rock band known for its theatrical emo-punk sound and emotionally charged lyrics; formed in Newark, New Jersey, the group rose to fame with the breakthrough album Black Parade. Fans praise frontman Gerard Way’s dramatic vocals and the band’s cinematic live shows, making My Chemical Romance a defining act of 2000s alternative rock.
My Chemical Romance’s 2004 album Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge reached multi-platinum status in several countries and was a breakthrough commercial success for the band.