My Chemical Romance is an American rock band from New Jersey. The band was formed in September 2001 by Gerard Way, Mikey Way, Ray Toro, and drummer Matt Pelissier, with Frank Iero later joining the group. They initially signed with Eyeball Records and released their debut album, 'I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love,' in 2002. In 2003, they signed with Reprise Records and released their major-label debut, 'Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge,' in 2004. Pelissier was replaced by Bob Bryar shortly after the album's release. The album achieved platinum status over a year later. Their 2006 album, 'The Black Parade,' was a rock opera concept album that became a major commercial success, with its lead single, 'Welcome to the Black Parade,' reaching the top of the UK singles chart. The band is considered one of the most influential rock groups of the 2000s and is associated with the emo and pop-punk genres, although they have rejected the emo label. The success of 'The Black Parade' overshadowed their previous albums, and the band has been involved in controversy related to coverage in the Daily Mail. The current lineup includes Gerard Way, Ray Toro, Frank Iero, and Mikey Way.
