You’ve seen the teaser clip, and although My Chemical Romance has denied speculations of a tour/reunion, fans can definitely get behind this special release. the Black Parade is a rock opera detailing the death, afterlife, and life of a fictional cancer patient (“The Patient”), and upon original release in 2006, it produced perhaps the biggest tune for MCR, “Welcome to the Black Parade.” For the 10th anniversary of the double-platinum 3rd album, the New Jersey alt rock/punk-pop outfit is unveiling 11 never-before-heard, unreleased songs, and the compilation, spread over 3LPs, is a great way to enjoy the original full-length as well as rarities recorded during The Black Parade sessions. Check out the rough, raw version of “Emily” as well as live takes of “Party at The End Of The World,” “My Way Home Is Through You,” Not That Kind of Girl,” and “All the Angels.” 

• triple vinyl pressing
• includes 11 unreleased demos + live takes
• music label: Reprise Records 2006 / 2016

reviewed by donut savage 10/2016