Fans of My Chemical Romance believe they have uncovered the potential release date for new music from the band.

This speculation largely stems from clues that some fans think have been revealed during the band’s ongoing “Long Live”: The Black Parade North American Tour.

New My Chemical Romance Music Theory

The primary evidence supporting the new My Chemical Romance music theory is a prop used onstage during the tour.

An intricate narrative unfolds onstage as the band performs 2006’s The Black Parade. While much of the show remains consistent, there are subtle changes each night.

During one segment of the performance, each member of My Chemical Romance punches their time cards using a faux time clock as they arrive for their shift as the fictional band, The Black Parade. A close-up photo of the time clock from the Aug. 29 tour stop at Soldier Field in Chicago showed that it is set to 12:12.

Fans on the My Chemical Romance subreddit speculate that this could indicate the release date for new music, Dec. 12.

This date also coincides with a Friday this year, which is typically when new music is released.

Another Theory Has New My Chemical Romance Music Landing in October

The time clock theory marks the second instance during this tour where fans have suggested that My Chemical Romance is hiding clues about new music onstage.

At one point in the performance, lead singer Gerard Way takes a drink from a large flask that features lettering on its exterior. The text is written in Keposhka, a fictional font and language created specifically for the tour.

Dedicated MCR fans claim to have deciphered the message to read:

MCR

G. Way

101386

This does not correspond to Way’s birthdate, as he was born in 1977. Instead, it is theorized that the 1986 calendar aligns day-for-day with the 2025 calendar, with Oct. 13 falling on a Monday in both years.

This has led to speculation that new music could be released on that day. However, a full album release seems less likely due to the date landing on a Monday.

My Chemical Romance Easter Eggs You Might Have Missed

Given the expansive narrative of the show and slight variations at each tour stop, there has been much for MCR fans to observe during this tour.

Additionally, there is an entire second set where the band performs songs from other albums.

We have been tracking all of the Easter eggs and changes at each show since the tour began. Check out our ongoing list and learn more about the fictional world of Draag featured during The Black Parade set.

“Long Live”: The Black Parade North American Tour is next scheduled for Fenway Park in Boston on Sept. 7.