The American rock band Marilyn Manson originates from Ohio. Initially known as Marilyn Manson & the Spooky Kids, the band was formed in 1989 and consisted of bassist Olivia Newton Bundy (real name Brian Tutunick), guitarist Daisy Berkowitz (real name Scott Putesky), and vocalist Marilyn Manson (real name Brian Warner).
Keyboardist Zsa Zsa Speck (real name Perry Pandrea) soon joined the group. Manson, drummer Gil Sharone, guitarist/keyboardist Tyler Bates (who joined in 2014), guitarist Reba Meyers, and bassist Piggy D. (who joined in 2024) form the current lineup.
Current band members of Marilyn Manson
Marilyn Manson
American rock artist Marilyn Manson, whose real name is Brian Hugh Warner (born January 5, 1969), gained fame as the lead singer and sole regular member of the band he and Daisy Berkowitz founded in 1989. To create their stage names, the band members combined the last name of serial killer Charles Manson and the first name of actress Marilyn Monroe.
Gil Sharone
American drummer Gil Sharone has played with rock groups Marilyn Manson, Team Sleep, Stolen Babies, and The Dillinger Escape Plan. Additionally, he filled in for the punk rock group +44. He is Rani Sharone's (of Stolen Babies) twin brother.
Sharone is considered one of the world's most versatile touring/session drummers owing to his work in punk rock, industrial metal, classic-styled ska, rocksteady, and reggae.
Tyler Bates
Tyler Bates is a musician, music producer, and video game, television, and movie composer from the United States. With movies like Dawn of the Dead, 300, Sucker Punch, Halloween and Halloween II, and the John Wick series, he primarily works in the action and horror film genres.
He produced the albums The Pale Emperor, Heaven Upside Down, and One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1 and serves as the lead guitarist for the American rock group Marilyn Manson. He is a member of Jerry Cantrell's studio and touring band.
Reba Meyers
Reba Meyers is the guitarist and backing vocalist of Marilyn Mason. She joined the band in 2024. She is also a founding member, vocalist, and guitarist of Code Orange, an American metalcore band that formed in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 2008.
Piggy D.
Piggy D., whose real name is Matthew Montgomery, is an American musician. He used to be Wednesday 13's guitarist and has played bass for Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson. After eighteen years with Rob Zombie's band, Piggy D announced his departure in January 2024. He began performing with Marilyn Manson in August 2024.
Former band members of Marilyn Manson
Following are the artists that have formerly been members of the Marilyn Manson band:
| Name | Instruments | Year Active |
| Daisy Berkowitz (Scott Putesky) | Guitars, programming, percussion, harmonica | 1989 – 1996 (died 2017) |
| Olivia Newton Bundy (Brian Tutunick) | Bass | 1989 - 1990 |
| Zsa Zsa Speck (Perry Pandrea) | Keyboards | 1990 |
| Madonna Wayne Gacy (Stephen Bier) | Keyboards, synthesizers, programming, samples, percussion, brass instruments | 1990 - 2007 |
| Gidget Gein (Brad Stewart) | Bass | 1990 - 1993 (died 2008) |
| Sara Lee Lucas (Fred Streithorst) | Drums, Programming | 1991 - 1995 |
| Twiggy Ramirez (Jeordie White) | Bass, guitars, keyboards, backing vocals | 1993 - 2002, 2008 - 2017 (touring 2014 - 2017) |
| Ginger Fish (Kenny Wilson) | Drums, programming, occasional keyboards | 1995 - 2011 (inactive 2004 - 2005) |
| Zim Zum (Timothy Linton) | Guitars, keyboards | 1996 - 1998 |
| John 5 (John Lowery) | Guitars, keyboards | 1998 - 2004 |
| Tim Skold | Guitars, bass, keyboards, backing vocals | 2002 - 2008 |
| Chris Vrenna | Keyboards, synthesizers, programming, samples, drums (1996, 2004–05 and 2011) | 2007 - 2011 (studio 1996) (touring 2004 - 2005) |
| Fred Sablan | Bass, guitars | 2010 - 2014 |
| Paul Wiley | Guitars, programming, backing vocals | 2014 - 2020 (touring 2014 - 2018) |
| Juan Alderete | Bass, backing vocals | 2017 - 2020 (touring 2017 - 2018) |
| Brandon Pertzborn | Drums | 2019 - 2020 |
Touring members of Marilyn Manson
The following artists have been touring members of the Marilyn Manson band:
| Name | Instruments | Year Active |
| Mark Chaussee | Guitars | 2004 - 2005 |
| Rob Holliday | Bass (2007–08) guitars (2008) backing vocals | 2007 - 2008 |
| Wes Borland | Guitars | 2008 - 2009 |
| Andy Gerold | Bass | 2009 |
| Jason Sutter | Drums | 2012 - 2013 |
| Spencer Rollins | Keyboards, guitars | 2013 |
| Daniel Fox | Keyboards, percussion | 2015 - 2017 |
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FAQs about Marilyn Manson
A. The band and its lead singer have influenced many other bands and performers, both in metal-related acts and in general popular culture. Marilyn Manson is considered by many to be one of the most iconic and controversial individuals in rock music.
A. Yes, Marilyn Manson is considered heavy metal.
A. Yes, Marilyn Manson still performs. He has 15 planned shows for 2025 and is currently performing in 9 countries.
