Leaving little time to regain strength is “Juarez ” a one of a kind bombard of a mass chaotic brilliance. It shows that Way truly does exactly as he pleases in his artistic expression, which is commendable. Next on the list is “Zero Zero,” but do not let the title throw one’s self off, this darker feeling track is an entourage of screaming guitars with harsh and angry distorted vocals that have a hint of rebellion.
This leads to “Millions,” the third single off the record that will get listeners up on their feet to the jumping tune filled with passion and strength in the vocals, lush lyrics, and exciting mixing. Slowing things down a bit is “Brother,” which is a soothing romantic piano opening followed by an allargando of passionate vocals on many levels with true instrumental magic. Adding in a more Grunge type vocal with an overlay of pure sweet notes is “No Shows.” With an exciting guitar solo and a fun drum breakdown, this toe-tapping track is sure to please. The track has a Soda Fountain 1950’s feel that leads into superb harmonies and fun timed drum beats. Being the year of introductions, Way opens his album no different with the sweet and simple “The Bureau.” A smooth rhythm and fun lyrics offer up to pure charming vocals that jump right into “Action Cat ” a perfectly mixed piece with harsher deep guitars and boxed vocals. His debut solo album, Hesitant Alien, released via Warner Bros Records and produced by Doug McKean, is an alluring Britpop, Glam Metal mix that offers devilishly confident vocals, courageous “carpe diem” lyrics, and instrumentals that entangle the senses. Residing In Los Angeles, CA with his family, Way also is an avid Comic Book writer and producer, has a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts from the New York City School of Visual Arts, and is in production with Shawn Simon and Becky Cloonan to create The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys, an original Comic Book series. Making his way on the scene, Way was the frontman of the widely successful band My Chemical Romance from 2001 to 2013 in which the band made four studio albums with 2004’s Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge going platinum.
Born Gerard Arthur Way in the town of Belleville, NJ, being in the spotlight is nothing new to this seasoned performer. Bringing his solo career to a lavish start at the Reading Music Festival late in 2014 with a crowd pleasing performance, Gerard Way has redefined his place in the entertainment business.