The final part of the 'Antichrist Superstar' trilogy, "Holy Wood" continued Manson's exploration of fame, violence, and American culture with a more abrasive, less polished sound than its predecessors.
- The album was recorded at multiple locations, including Hollywood studios, The Record Plant and Sound Factory, and the house Manson grew up in. It was produced by Manson, Danny Lohner, and Dave Ogilvie.
- "Holy Wood" debuted at number 13 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 119,000 copies in its first week. It received a gold certification from the RIAA within a year of its release.
- The album's themes of celebrity, violence, and alienation were particularly resonant in the wake of the Columbine High School massacre, which occurred earlier that year and led to increased scrutiny of the band's lyrical content.
Marilyn Manson is the stage name of Ohio-born rocker Brian Warner, best known for his provocative lyrics and industrial metal sound. "Holy Wood" was released at a time of significant personal and professional turmoil for the artist, following the Columbine High School massacre and amidst a highly publicized divorce.
Tracklist
More from Marilyn Manson
Lest We Forget: The Best Of2004
Heaven Upside Down2017
The Last Tour on Earth1999
Antichrist Superstar1997
We Are Chaos2020
One Assassination Under God - Chapter 12024
Portrait of an American Family1994
God's Gonna Cut You Down2019
Lunchbox1995
Eat Me, Drink Me2007
The Golden Age of Grotesque2003
Raise the Red Flag2024
