Controversial Artist: Marilyn Manson

Marilyn Manson has been a controversial artist for decades. He is one of the biggest names in music for the gothic/ alternative community. Being an inspiration for many artist , he also gained infamy from organizations such as the Focus on The Family , The American Family Association , and The Christian Coalition. Whether he is loved or hated , Marilyn Manson has made himself known across the nation.

Born in 1969 , January 5th , Manson’s birth name is Brian Hugh Warner. He was born in Canton , Ohio , and went to Heritage Christian School where he developed interest in rock music when his teachers presented to the class what forms of music they should not listen to. Manson was married to Dita Von Teese on November 28th , 2005 , only to be divorced December 27th , 2007. Manson Proposed to Evan Wood in january 2010 , but the engagement was called off that year.
The band’s first big hit was “Sweet Dreams Are Made of This” , a cover of Eurythmics hit released in 1983. The stage name “Marilyn Manson” was a combination of the actress Marilyn Monroe and criminal Charles Manson. Marilyn Manson’s music focuses on subjects such as sex , drugs , society , religion , and