My Chemical Romance and Hot Topic partnership. Hot Topic and My Chemical Romance are extending their decades-long history to celebrate The Black Parade (20th Anniversary), arriving October 23 on Reprise Records. Few artists are as closely connected to Hot Topic as My Chemical Romance - as MCR grew into one of the most influential rock bands of its generation, Hot Topic became a destination where fans could discover the band, express their connection to its music and find merchandise inspired by its evolving visual world. It is only fitting that Hot Topic and MCR come back together to celebrate two decades of a monumental work that has since been RIAA-certified 4x Platinum, ranked among Rolling Stone's "500 Greatest Albums of All Time," and inspired fans and artists across generations and genres. From October 1 through October 31, the Hot Topic Ovation Hollywood location will be completely transformed into an immersive My Chemical Romance pop-up. The first-of-its-kind takeover will transport fans into the theatrical world of The Black Parade and incorporate Keposhka - the fictional alphabet created for the band's tour and the world of Draag - throughout the experience. The pop-up features exclusive merchandise, limited-edition giveaways and photo opportunities - including with His Grand Immortal Dictator's throne from the fictional world of Draag. The monthlong celebration coincides with the finale of My Chemical Romance's acclaimed The Black Parade 2026 Tour, concluding with an unprecedented five nights at the Hollywood Bowl on October 21, 23, 24, 30 and 31 - making them the first band to perform five consecutive shows at the historic venue. Hot Topic stores nationwide will join the celebration with My Chemical Romance storefront artwork, expanded merchandise assortments and a limited-run anniversary shopping bag featuring Keposhka lettering. On October 23, all Hot Topic stores will host a listening party marking the album's official 20th anniversary, while U.S. stores will release the My Chemical Romance The Black Parade 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition (Tan & Black Galaxy) Double Vinyl LP - Hot Topic Exclusive. "My Chemical Romance has been part of Hot Topic's fabric - and the lives of our customers - for more than two decades," said Andrea Lewis, Hot Topic Vice President of Marketing. "With the incredible community that has grown around the band, this celebration feels like a full-circle moment. We're honored to celebrate 20 years of The Black Parade and give fans across our stores new ways to experience the world MCR has created." The Ovation Hollywood Takeover Inspired by the theatrical world of MCR's The Black Parade 2026 Tour, the Ovation Hollywood takeover will incorporate Keposhka - the fictional alphabet created for the band's tour and the world of Draag - throughout the experience. Fans visiting the Hollywood location can experience: A full-store environment inspired by My Chemical Romance, The Black Parade and the world of Draag Exclusive MCR merchandise and collectibles A photo opportunity featuring His Grand Immortal Dictator's throne from Draag The Hot Topic-exclusive The Black Parade 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition Tan & Black Galaxy double vinyl LP Limited-edition Keposhka alphabet beads with qualifying purchases, while supplies last An exclusive commemorative slip mat with qualifying MCR vinyl purchases, while supplies last A limited-run anniversary shopping bag featuring Keposhka lettering Special merch drops throughout October Extended store hours until 1:00 a.m. on all five Hollywood Bowl concert nights Beginning October 1, guests making qualifying apparel or accessory purchases will receive a limited-edition set of beads featuring characters from the Keposhka alphabet, while supplies last. Customers purchasing MCR vinyl will also receive an exclusive commemorative slip mat, while supplies last. Together, the special merchandise, packaging and giveaways will extend the tour's immersive world-building from the stage to the store. The Celebration Continues Across Hot Topic Stores Throughout October, Hot Topic stores across the chain will celebrate The Black Parade with: Storefront window clings featuring 1 of 3 pieces of MCR 20th anniversary artwork by James Jean, the original The Black Parade cover artist Expanded My Chemical Romance merchandise assortments A limited-run anniversary shopping bag featuring Keposhka lettering, while supplies last An all-store listening party on Friday, October 23 The October 23 release of the My Chemical Romance The Black Parade 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition (Tan & Black Galaxy) Double Vinyl LP - Hot Topic Exclusive The October 23 listening party will bring fans together at Hot Topic stores to hear The Black Parade and celebrate the album's enduring impact 20 years after its original release. The Hot Topic-exclusive Tan & Black Galaxy double vinyl LP is available for preorder now at HotTopic.com. Additional listening-party details will be shared through Hot Topic's official channels and participating stores. Hot Topic Ovation Hollywood Takeover October 1-31, 2026 Hot Topic Ovation Hollywood, Level 3 6801 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 Regular Hours Sunday-Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Extended Hollywood Bowl Show-Night Hours Wednesday, October 21: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. Friday, October 23: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. Saturday, October 24: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. Friday, October 30: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. Saturday, October 31: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. The full takeover experience is exclusive to Hot Topic Ovation Hollywood. Chainwide merchandise and promotional elements may vary by location. Merchandise, promotional gifts and limited-run shopping bags are available only while supplies last. Purchase requirements may apply. Event details are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

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Small W - rld expands senior team. London-based creative agency Small W - rld has made three senior appointments after doubling in size over the past year. Grace Duncan has joined as head of strategy in a newly created role after five years at Screenshot Media, where she progressed from head of audience growth to strategy director. She will lead strategy across Small W - rld's retained clients and build its strategy department, with a remit spanning cultural insight, creative briefing, creator media and campaign measurement. Grace said: "The timing just made sense. Small W - rld is growing this fast because entertainment-first thinking actually works - brands need more than a message, they need a world worth stepping into, and creators worth inviting in to help build it. "I've built my whole career at the point where audience, content and media collide, and this is one of the few agencies genuinely built around that obsession. "What I want to bring is proof: making sure the work doesn't just create that world, but shows exactly what it's worth." Dan Salkey, strategy partner and co-founder of Small W - rld, added: "Most agencies can make something entertaining. "Far fewer can connect it to media and prove it drove growth. "That's the gap Grace closes. "She's spent her whole career where creative, media and measurement meet, which is exactly where this industry is heading. "We turn brands into entertainers; with Grace leading strategy, we can prove what that entertainment is actually worth." Lucy Stockton has also joined as associate creative director, bringing more than a decade of social-first creative experience. She was most recently senior creative at U DOX, following previous roles with Ketchum London and Bauer Media. Meanwhile, Jiaan Koch has been appointed senior account director after joining from AMV BBDO. His previous experience includes roles with The Or, Droga5, Sky Creative and DDB Group Australia. Their appointments follow a period of growth for Small W - rld, which has secured new partnerships with brands including Under Armour, SVEDKA Vodka, BuzzBallz, Channel 4 and Hot Topic. Harvey Austin, managing partner and founder of Small W - rld, added: "Building out the team is one of my favourite parts of the job. "Grace, Jiaan and Lucy are all exceptional at their craft, but also have a real ambition to be at a place they can help build. "Very excited to see what we achieve together." Want your business, product or service to be seen regionally and nationally? Bdaily helps you get your story in front of the right audience, every day. Find out how Bdaily can help Join more than 55,000 subscribers by signing up to our daily bulletin each morning here. Explore these topics. Enjoy the read? Get Bdaily delivered. * Occasional offers & updates from selected Bdaily partners