Gerard Way plans new MCR album and tour in 2027-2028
The ghosts of the past often inspire the future, and for the legendary band My Chemical Romance, this creative philosophy was on full display at their recent Hollywood Bowl performance.
Frontman Gerard Way didn’t just play the stage; he used it as a platform to share some tantalizing glimpses into the band’s ambitious trajectory. During their recent ‘Devil’s Night’ concert, Way hinted at exciting plans for the future, suggesting that the wait for new music is about to end, and the stage is set for a major return.
“So yeah, next year, we wanna go make a record,” Way told the audience, prompting an immediate roar of cheers from the crowd. He further added that the band hopes to see their fans again in 2028, implying that the band might take the intervening year away from touring to focus entirely on crafting their next masterpiece.
These aspirations resonate deeply with the history of the group. A new album would mark their first release since 2010’s ‘Danger Days: The True Lives Of The Fabulous Killjoys’. The group’s journey is rich with lore, having split in 2013 before finding their way back together in 2019.
Way’s reflection on the creative process was also touched by loss. He spoke about the impact of the band’s recent output, acknowledging that the journey has been complicated by personal circumstances and the passing of longtime collaborator and producer Doug McKean, who had worked on their earlier work.
Despite the reflective tone, the night was a celebration of enduring bonds. The performance featured a highly anticipated reunion with The Used frontman Bert McCracken, marking their first onstage collaboration since 2005. The two singers shared a moment on stage, evoking a sense of shared history and enduring friendship.
The setlist was packed with anthems that defined their career, including a live rendition of “We Don’t Need Another Song About California,” a track that had recently seen a wider release as part of an expanded anniversary edition of the album.
The concert culminated in a powerful display of legacy, coinciding with the band celebrating a landmark moment: their 20th anniversary of scoring their UK Number One album, ‘The Black Parade’. It was a night that honored the tragedy, the triumph, and the promise of what comes next for one of rock’s most enduring acts.
The event also broadened the scope of musical fantasy, opening with the band’s new animated short film, ‘Prelude To The End’, featuring contributions from Billie Eilish and Phoebe Bridgers, further cementing the evening as a night of interconnected musical storytelling.
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