Warner Chappell Music announces a global deal with My Chemical Romance, expanding on the band’s long-term relationship with Warner Music Group.
Warner Chappell Music (WCM), the global music publishing arm of Warner Music Group (WMG), has announced the signing of an exclusive worldwide administration agreement with My Chemical Romance. The partnership covers the global publishing administration of the band’s entire catalog of era-defining works, including Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge, The Black Parade, Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys, and I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love, alongside future works.
Under the new global agreement, WCM will oversee global rights administration, copyright protection, and bespoke sync licensing across film, television, and video games, while pursuing innovative creative opportunities to expand the reach of their brand. The new publishing agreement expands on My Chemical Romance’s long-term relationship with Warner Records, which began in 2003, and their global merchandise partnership through WMG.
Formed in New Jersey in 2001 by brothers Gerard Way and Mikey Way alongside Ray Toro and Frank Iero, My Chemical Romance remains one of the most culturally influential and commercially successful rock acts of the 21st century. Renowned for their theatrical world-building and cinematic storytelling, the band has amassed tens of billions of global streams, driven by multi-platinum hits like “Welcome to the Black Parade,” “Helena,” and “Teenagers.”
Driven by their Black Parade 2026 stadium trek, which featured three sold-out nights at London’s Wembley Stadium, the band’s discography recently swept the UK charts. Two of their albums held the top two spots on the Official Rock & Metal Albums chart simultaneously, alongside a third in the Top 10. The stadium tour will culminate in a five-night finale at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles as the band celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Black Parade, with a deluxe edition dropping on October 23.
“My Chemical Romance is a generational force. We’re proud to expand our longtime partnership with this trailblazing band as they continue winning new fans around the world,” said Robert Kyncl, CEO, Warner Music Group.
“Few bands have left as deep an imprint on modern rock culture as My Chemical Romance,” added Guy Moot, Chair and CEO, Warner Chappell Music. “Their music has not only redefined alternative rock for millions but also continues to resonate, inspiring entirely new generations of fans, songwriters, and artists alike. They have built an indelible catalog, and our entire team is excited to welcome them to Warner Chappell and champion their extraordinary songs.”
“Bringing My Chemical Romance’s publishing to Warner Music Group alongside their recorded music and merch feels like the ultimate homecoming,” concluded Greg Sowders, Senior Vice President, A&R. “I’ve hoped for this day ever since the first time I heard their music. Having the full WMG team aligned gives us a massive canvas to drive new opportunities and collaborations for their entire catalog.”
