My Chemical Romance Pays Tribute To Drummer Bob Bryar

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Rock band My Chemical Romance paid tribute to former drummer Bob Bryar following his death. “It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Bob Bryar, our former bandmate and an important part of the history of My Chemical Romance,” band members Gerard Way (lead vocalist), Ray Toro (lead guitarist), Frank Iero (rhythm guitarist) and Mikey Way (bassist) wrote in a joint statement posted to Instagram alongside a photo of Bryar performing.

Bryar had the distinction of being the influential group’s longest-tenured drummer, serving MCR from 2004 to 2010. MCR eventually disbanded in 2013, reuniting in 2019 for a tour, new material, additional festival performances and a forthcoming 2025 stadium tour.

Meanwhile, Bryar retired from drumming in 2021, and MCR has not replaced his spot with a full-time drummer since his departure. “We send our deepest condolences to his friends and family at this time,” the statement continued. “May he rest in peace.” The musician, sound engineer and double platinum artist’s body was found Nov.

26 at his home in Tennessee after he was last seen alive three weeks prior. Bryar’s cause of death is currently under investigation, according to TMZ, but no foul play is suspected as all of his weapons were found untouched.