The Golden Age of Grotesque

Marilyn Manson

The Golden Age of Grotesque

RELEASED: May 07, 2003
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Thaeter 1:14 2. This Is the New Shit 4:19 3. mOBSCENE 3:25 4. Doll-Dagga Buzz-Buzz Ziggety-Zag 4:11 5. Use Your Fist and Not Your Mouth 3:34 6. The Golden Age of Grotesque 4:05 7. (s)AINT 3:42 8. Ka-Boom Ka-Boom 4:02 9. Slutgarden 4:06 10. ♠ 4:34 11. Para-Noir 6:01 12. The Bright Young Things 4:19 13. Better of Two Evils 3:48 14. Vodevil 4:39 15. Obsequey (The Death of Art) 1:48 16. Tainted Love 3:25 17. Baboon Rape Party 2:46 18. Paranoiac 3:57
Historical Archive
The Golden Age of Grotesque is the fifth studio album by American rock band Marilyn Manson, released on May 13, 2003. The album features a blend of industrial rock and glam elements, showcasing Manson's signature theatrical style and provocative themes. Musically, it incorporates heavy guitar riffs and electronic elements, exploring themes of decadence and societal decay. The album's aesthetic is heavily influenced by the art and culture of the Weimar Republic, particularly in its visual presentation and lyrical content. It received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for its ambitious concept and production quality. The lead single, 'This Is the New Shit,' became one of the band's most recognized tracks, solidifying their place in the early 2000s rock scene.