yes, but you reason for manson not having any good songs is the hes "anti-god". coma white is a beautiful song. hes got many good songs. i dont find your reasons for calling him a "gimmick" as valid. they are not coming from a musicians point of view, but a religous point of view. 'mechanical animals' is a very pink floyd/david bowie influenced record, not a heavy metal slasher. it doesnt have to be your cup of tea, but its worth a listen before you throw him away as a 'fad'.

and i could argue with you on religion, and make you think twice about 'the good book'. if you want go there, i am more than happy. the christian religion in theory has many strong points, but modern christians are twisted and unthinking.

and i never said all religions. i happen to be a big fan of kabbalah, buddhism and shamanism.

peace and love,
-d

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