The Black Parade is ending - but what do My Chemical Romance have planned for Halloween?
New Jersey rock band My Chemical Romance launched their global ‘Long Live The Black Parade’ tour in 2025, and over a year later, only three shows remain, writes Music News Blitz’s Emily Wallwork.
However, with their upcoming Devil’s Night and Halloween shows being promoted separately, fans are left wondering what the band has planned for these final dates.
Rather than merely revisiting their 2006 album, My Chemical Romance performed it in its entirety as an elaborate theatrical production set in Draag, a fictional dictatorship ruled by ‘His Grand Immortal Dictator’.
Music news: The Weeknd debuts new song 'Tokyo' with Yoko Takahashi in Japan
The Weeknd kicked off the final stretch of his record-breaking stadium tour with a tribute to one of Japan's most iconic anime series, debuting a brand new song built around a 30-year-old theme song, writes Music News Blitz’s Likhanye Lolo.
The Canadian singer, real name Abel Tesfaye, played the first of two shows at Belluna Dome in Saitama on September 19, opening the Japan and wider tour dates of his After Hours Til Dawn tour.
Music news: Bruno Mars’ Romantic tour stop in London comes to an end
Bruno Mars just completed a 10-day residency at Wembley Stadium, with six dates ranging from July 18-28.
This marks the end of the European leg, which began in France and toured in other large cities such as Madrid, Spain and Berlin, Germany, writes Music News Blitz's Brianna Ngambi.
Music news: Hive Mind comes to life with the most unexpected line-ups
Hardcore metal and hip-hop/rap have always shared the same rebellious spirit, even though they’d rarely appear in the same playlists together, writes Music News Blitz’s Victoria Bruwer.
Earlier this year, Knocked Loose and Denzel Curry proved just how naturally the two worlds collide with the release of "Hive Mind," a relentless crossover that fused crushing breakdowns with razor-sharp rap verses.
Named after the collaborative single, The Hive Mind Tour will see Knocked Loose and Denzel Curry co-headline a massive 24-date North American tour beginning on September 26th in Newport, Kentucky.
The tour will then be making stops in Detroit, Chicago, New York, Toronto, Los Angeles, Denver and more, finishing in Mexico City on November 8th.
As if that wasn't enough, they’ll be bringing along alternative rock favourites Superheaven and metalcore heavyweights Boundaries, making it one of the most exciting lineups announced this year.
Ariana Grande’s return to the stage with the Eternal Sunshine Tour
With a tour that has sparked ‘Eternal Sunshine’ for the summer of 2026, Ariana Grande has made an official comeback, kicking off the tour at Oakland Arena in California on June 6.
Billie Eilish news: Everything you need to know before seeing ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (3D)’
Ever wanted to dance in a cinema? Now is your chance with Billie Eilish’s latest movie, hitting cinemas on May 8, writes Music News Blitz’s Harry Perdios.
Picture this: you sink into a leather cinema seat, taste the buttery popcorn on your lips, whilst soaking in the quiet, distancing yourself from the chaos of everyday life.
Then you are transported into a lively arena. Thousands of fans cheer as they count down the minutes until their favourite artist takes the stage.
You feel a rush of adrenaline as the bass of the drums starts, and a figure on stage presents itself...It's Billie Eilish.
That’s just what 24-year-old singer-songwriter Eilish does in her new concert film Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (3D).
Olivia Rodrigo news: All you need to know about The Unravelled Tour and her SNL performance
It has been an exciting week for Olivia Rodrigo fans with the announcement of a tour and her appearance on Saturday Night Live, where she performed a song from her upcoming third album you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, that no one has heard until now.
She announced that she will be touring again from September 2026, and we might “drop dead” from anticipation.
Here, Music News Blitz’s Amelie Da Costa is here to tell us what we need to know.
Travis Scott brings Utopia to South Africa: A night of chaos, energy, and unforgettable sound
Houston rapper Travis Scott’s explosive Johannesburg performance marked his long-awaited South African debut with a night of high-octane visuals, mosh pits, and pure musical chaos that left fans in awe, writes Music News Blitz’s Lindokuhle Mlombo.
K-pop takes Wembley: Blackpink become the second girl group to ever headline Wembley
Blackpink are not only the first K-pop girl group to sell over one million albums, but they are now also the first K-pop girl group to headline Wembley Stadium.
On Friday, August 15, the South Korean group wrapped up the European leg of their world tour on the Wembley stage, following in the footsteps of great artists such as Michael Jackson, Oasis and Taylor Swift.
Music News Blitz writer Evie Scroggie tells us more about this iconic performance.
Music news: Are you saving for concert tickets or a car?
Do you remember the days when you could go and watch your favourite music artists in a smaller venue for the price of a pizza and a few cans of Coke?
Now we’re having to start saving plans earlier, at the possibility of an upcoming tour, with artists selling out entire football stadiums for the price of two months’ rent.
Music News Blitz writer Evie Scroggie, who loves a good live performance, discusses this dramatic economic shift.
Oasis ‘25 in Manchester: It’s good to be back
At the time of writing this introductory paragraph, Music News Blitz’s Charlie Gardner has just got back from the July 12 show at Heaton Park.
Here he’ll be aiming to fanatically rant about the experience under the guise of a review of the whole day, with some tips on how to make the most of it too.
Spoiler alert: they’ve still got it.
Music news: Sam Fender delivers the goods for Geordies in staggering shows at St. James Park
Sam Fender’s three-night takeover at St James’ Park brought together over 50,000 Geordies each night to celebrate their local hero on his People Watching Tour.
With emotional highs, crowd anthems, surprise appearances and a firework finale, it was a monumental achievement in the rising star’s career, writes Music News Blitz’s Katie Jones.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter era reins in London - But not without a fight
Beyoncé is back in London, and she’s not here to play it safe.
Ditching the silver sequins of Renaissance for rhinestone fringe and cowboy boots, the global superstar has taken over Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with her Cowboy Carter residency.
Four out of six dates to go. One of music’s most decorated performers. And yet - despite the spectacle, the soul, and the show-stopping vocals - there’s been an unexpected wrinkle: tickets aren’t exactly flying off the shelves.
Beyoncé's 'COWBOY CARTER' Tour: Chart-topping triumphs and a historic UK tour
Released in March 2024, COWBOY CARTER marked Beyoncé's foray into country music.
The project stands as a testament to her versatility and willingness to challenge musical boundaries. Blending country, rock, R&B, and Americana.
The Grand National Tour: New records broken for Kendrick Lamar and SZA
Kendrick Lamar and SZA started their Grand National Tour on April 19, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, following their collaboration on the Super Bowl LIX halftime show and their history of working together to make music.
The kick-off to the tour was an overwhelming success from the first night by breaking the record of the highest-grossing Hip-Hop concert of all time, replacing Eminem’s earlier record in 2019.
It has been reported by Touring Data that the show grossed over $9.1 million with over 47,000 fans who paid an average of $192.70 per ticket, more than the $8.7 million made by Eminem previously.