It's about as close to aging gracefully as you could ever hope to get from a dude who used to call himself the Antichrist Superstar. [23 Jan 2015, p.69]
While it may not be the most musically adventurous or frightening albums you'll hear this year, when it comes to writing memorable, mature songs full of devilishly addictive hooks without trying to relive the past, The Pale Emperor breathes new life into Marilyn Manson's previously ailing music career.
The album itself is overall lackluster, with only a few jewels in an otherwise pronounced rough, even though Warner seems to be trying hard to experiment.
That this is Manson’s most accessible and focused album in years counts for very little; there is simply no shock value when all you have to offer are cheap shocks.
Marilyn Manson has always been an interesting figure; his music is ever-evolving, even if he sort of went off the rails a bit in the lastMarilyn Manson has always been an interesting figure; his music is ever-evolving, even if he sort of went off the rails a bit in the last decade. He has always had the ability to create strong music, and he seems to have remembered that with The Pale Emperor - it's confident, ambitious, and some of it is completely different than anything you would expect from a 46-year-old Manson. With Bates on board, the album retains a bit of the theatricality of Manson's earlier albums, and that is definitely a great thing to see. The hooks are memorable, the choruses are catchy, and Manson pushes his vocals to interesting heights. Definitely recommend getting the deluxe edition for the acoustic tracks - Manson sings the hell out of them. If you're patient enough with the album, you'll start to see an interesting story to form. It isn't necessarily shocking, but Manson manages to sound raw, and even vital. If you're expecting Antichrist Superstar, look elsewhere. This is a mature, grounded Manson, and I'm happy he's here.…Expand
Consider me a new fan. Been hearing MM since his prime in the 90s but he never quite won me over until this one. Is it the organic sound ofConsider me a new fan. Been hearing MM since his prime in the 90s but he never quite won me over until this one. Is it the organic sound of the record, all natural instruments, hardly any reliance on industrial sounds, the stellar songwriting, MM's singing, the way he phrases, whispers, screams, the production of the record? I don't know if it's just those things but the album flows beautifully from start to finish with so many great songs - Killing Strangers, Deep Six, Mephistopheles, Warship my Wreck, Third day of a seven day binge.…Expand
So, you all thought he was gone, huh?
Marilyn Manson was a **** idol in the late 90's. He was single-handedly the most terrifying presenceSo, you all thought he was gone, huh?
Marilyn Manson was a **** idol in the late 90's. He was single-handedly the most terrifying presence (to everyone in the media, anyway) to grace the music scene. With the production backing of Trent Reznor and a thematical message that, back then, was truly innovative and brave, Marilyn Manson inspired an entire generation of people.
For the past few years, however, he's been off his game. Way off. Especially apparent in his last 4 albums, Marilyn Manson suffered from an apparent loss of creativity and... well... himself. His lyrics were starting to fall flat and his music was just bland kind-of-hooks mashed up with industrial noises that pretended to be coherent. It's no wonder that his reputation has fallen into disgrace, being regarded as a sort of hipsterish icon for bratty goth teenagers everywhere.
He's different now. The Pale Emperor is probably the best thing Marilyn Manson has released in over a decade. No longer is he the shocking, intentionally antagonistic prince of darkness that threw the Bible belt to its knees.
Now... now Marilyn Manson seems is a sad man with a painted face who's been through 46 years of life. But Marilyn Manson, unlike many other aging stars, actually has something meaningful to say. And the musical talent to back it up.
Plus, he just **** rocks.…Expand
Everyone both critics and audiences say at the time of release that this album is one of best Marilyn Manson albums, And his best in 15 years.Everyone both critics and audiences say at the time of release that this album is one of best Marilyn Manson albums, And his best in 15 years.
In the beginning, I don't like very much of "Pale Emperor" even been a bigger fan of MM, Of course i like some songs like "Deep Six", "Third Day Of Seven Day Binge" & "The Mephistopheles Of Los Angeles" But the rest of songs half i don't like and other half i don't pay attention.
Until the end of 2016, when i see how Amazing is The Devil Beneath My Feet, Warship my Wreck, Odds Of even & Cupid Carries a Gun
Now i see that i Underrated this Great album, Really critics & audiences were right.
But i don't see Born Villain being way worst of "Pale Emperor" In my opinion Born Villain is Underrated!!, more for critics but some fans are dumb in that question too
Top Pale Emperor Songs
1-Deep Six
2-The Devil Beneath My Feet
3-Warship My Wreck
4-Third Day Of Seven Day Binge
5-Odds Of Even
6-The Mephistopheles Of Los Angeles
7-Cupid Carries A Gun…Expand
Mesmo eu adorando "Born Villain" talvez do mesmo jeito que "The Pale Emperor", É inegável que TPE é foi um novo renascimento para MarilynMesmo eu adorando "Born Villain" talvez do mesmo jeito que "The Pale Emperor", É inegável que TPE é foi um novo renascimento para Marilyn Manson para os antigos fãs e até gerou novos fãs.
Pois trata-se de um álbum muito maduro, delicado, e onde tudo se encaixa os gêneros e ordens das músicas um dos mais impecáveis nesses quesitos.
No começo preferir Born Villan a este, pois o achei quieto demais e até tedioso, mas cometi o crime de ignorar e até de não ouvir s Músicas excelente e essenciais para o álbum como Warship My Wreck, The Devil Beneath my Feet, Odds of even & Cupid Carries A Gun 4 das melhores músicas do álbum.
Mas claro que eu já tinha gostado de algumas do álbum e continuo gostando como as essenciais também Deep Six, Third day of Seven day binge, The Mephistopheles of Los Angeles.
For the first time in many years it feels as if Marilyn Manson has gained back his confidence that was part of his prime. Not so much a heavyFor the first time in many years it feels as if Marilyn Manson has gained back his confidence that was part of his prime. Not so much a heavy record but a bluesy and depressing take on reality throughout ages of mythology and times of pain. Manson's vocals can be a little bit lazy though that seems to be due to a lot of the Pale Emperor having first takes as their final takes. A great album and a great return to form with confidence streaming from the Door's Jim Morrison.…Expand
Heavy duty snores as Manson trudges on with the usual sonic dirge that’s littered his recent recordings, from killing strangers, Armageddon,Heavy duty snores as Manson trudges on with the usual sonic dirge that’s littered his recent recordings, from killing strangers, Armageddon, Satan, and of course, death. There needs to be a sense of genuine peril for his music to be effective, which sadly doesn’t appear here.…Expand
