The Mad Gear and Missile Kid
The Mad Gear and Missile Kid is an EP by American rock band My Chemical Romance.[1][2]
The Mad Gear and Missile Kid | ||||
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EP by | ||||
Released | November 22, 2010 | |||
Recorded | Crown City Recording Studios | |||
Genre | Punk rock | |||
Length | 5:48 | |||
Label | Reprise | |||
Producer | My Chemical Romance | |||
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Background
Guitarist Frank Iero told MTV "It's basically what the Killjoys are listening to in the car as they're having those gun battles".[3] In an interview with Alternative Press, Gerard Way stated a desire to create a Mad Gear and Missile Kid full-length album, but did not do so before the band's break-up in 2013. There has been no word from any of the members about it since.
Cover art
The EP's cover artwork showcases the Dead Pegasus logo featured in the Danger Days videos, specifically featured on Gerard Way's jacket.[4]
Track listing
All songs written by My Chemical Romance.
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "F.T.W.W.W." | 2:27 |
2. | "Mastas of Ravenkroft" | 1:44 |
3. | "Black Dragon Fighting Society" | 1:37 |
Total length: | 5:48 |
Critical reception
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Source | Rating |
AbsolutePunk | (80%)[6] |
The Mad Gear and Missile Kid has received positive reviews from music critics, with particular praise for both its fun nature and sound.[6] Ian Walker of AbsolutePunk gave the EP a positive review, stating it "clocks in at just under six minutes, but provides a quick injection of musical speed that gets the blood pumping and the body moving."[6] Walker further went on to say, "My Chemical Romance reminds us that music should, first and foremost, be fun. And I can't see them not having a good time as they put this tiny project together. It radiates through every second."[6]
Personnel
- Frank Iero - Rhythm guitar, backing vocals
- Ray Toro - Lead guitar, backing vocals
- Gerard Way - Lead vocals
- Mikey Way - Bass guitar
- Michael Pedicone - Drums
References
- "DANGER DAYS: "CALIFORNIA 2019 EDITION". My Chemical Romance. Retrieved 2010-10-09.
- "My Chemical Romance deluxe edition". PunkNews. October 8, 2010. Retrieved 2010-11-15.
- "My Chemical Romance Unmask 'Mad Gear And Missile Kid'". MTV. Retrieved 2010-11-15.
- "THE MAD GEAR AND MISSILE KID - SELF TITLED [EP]". Altsounds. Archived from the original on 2011-01-19. Retrieved January 22, 2011.
- "The Mad Gear and Missile Kid Tracklist". My Chemical Romance. November 20, 2010. Retrieved January 23, 2010.
- Walker, Ian (November 23, 2010). "My Chemical Romance - The Mad Gear and Missile Kid EP". AbsolutePunk. Retrieved January 22, 2011.