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My Chemical Romance signs worldwide publishing deal with Warner…

The deal gives Warner Chappell global publishing administration of the band's entire catalog, including future works; a very black parade now has paperwork.

On air: Chip Darnell and Kenji Moonfield on Weekend Edition
Published 7:05 AM ET, Saturday, October 17, 2026

Photo: My Chemical Romance — Photo: Mint13green · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons · altered by BBN, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0

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First reported by Variety: “Music Industry Moves: My Chemical Romance Signs With Warner Chappell”.
Covered on BBN on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 7:05 AM ET on Weekend Edition, by Chip Darnell and Kenji Moonfield.

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VarietyMusic Industry Moves: My Chemical Romance Signs With Warner Chappell

What BBN said about it

Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorMy Chemical Romance, the New Jersey rock band behind The Black Parade, has signed an exclusive worldwide administration deal with Warner Chappell, covering the whole catalog and future work.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentAdministration. That's the most un-emo word I've ever heard attached to this band.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorI picture the signing like the parade itself. Marching drums, a guy in a black coat, and somebody solemnly stamping Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentAnd a very sad intern walking behind it with the spreadsheet.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorBlack pens, delivered by hearse. That's how you sign a catalog.