25 of the Decade's Most Influential Figures in Horror

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MCR falls on BD Horror's list that was organized in no particular order:

Defining work: The Black Parade (2006)

Why they’re on the list: One of the musical acts most associated with the “emo” movement, My Chemical Romance also perfected what’s been termed the “neo-goth” aesthetic in their performance image. Sure, the band is radio-friendly “punk-lite” more than anything, their music only a shade removed from the likes of Fall Out Boy. But the pop hooks are utilized in service of dark lyrics dealing with somber issues like death, murder, loss and tragic love affairs. By the time concept album The Black Parade was released in 2006, lead singer Gerard Way had become a pinup boy for 13-year-old goth girls everywhere.

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[bittersweetrick.livejournal.com]

Ha. I think it's amusing how so many of these ~awards come with a backhanded compliment. Are those people really that bitter about having to praise MCR?