During My Chemical Romance’s August 9 show at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, the band were presented with the keys to the city of Belleville, NJ. Mayor Michael Melham bestowed the honor upon the group during a live performance of “Welcome To The Black Parade.“
Melham told the audience the following:
“I have a very special and long overdue presentation to make… For those of you won’t know Belleville has a very storied musical history, from Connie Francis to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, to a band you may have heard of: My Chemical Romance.
Belleville musicians have entertained millions worldwide. Their sound has shaped generations. Yet even in our storied history in Belleville; Revolutionary War soldiers, purple heart recipients, a Supreme Court Justice, various professional athletes. Never once in the history of Belleville that we ever handed out a key to the city. And that changes right now. It is my distinct honor to present My Chemical Romance with the keys to their hometown, Belleville, New Jersey. It’s long overdue. They deserve it, and Belleville couldn’t be prouder of them. Congratulations gentelmen.”
You can see footage of the ceremony below. In other news, My Chemical Romance also decided to give New Jersey some more love with a live cover of Bon Jovi‘s “Livin’ On A Prayer.” You can see footage of that below as well.
[via The PRP]
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