It is hard to believe that it has been 30 years since Marilyn Manson unleashed ANTICHRIST SUPERSTAR, an album that helped redefine shock rock for a new generation and cemented his place as one of the most controversial figures in alternative music. Manson’s career has been filled with highs, lows, controversy, and plenty of headlines, but this 1996 release remains a defining moment in his musical legacy. Now, Waxwork Records is giving fans a new way to revisit the landmark album with a special 30th anniversary physical release.
For longtime fans who remember when ANTICHRIST SUPERSTAR first hit record stores, this edition looks like a particularly interesting addition to the collection. Waxwork is presenting the album as a deluxe, remastered-for-vinyl release, complete with eye-catching colored wax and archival material that digs into the creative process behind one of Manson’s most recognizable records.
The two-LP set will be pressed on Midnight Blue vinyl with Iridescent Gold and Green Haze, giving the release a look that feels right at home alongside the album’s dark, theatrical aesthetic. The records will come housed in heavyweight gatefold packaging, with a full-color 12-by-12-inch insert and a lyrics sheet.
The real collector bait, however, is tucked inside the accompanying 28-page, 12-by-12-inch booklet. The booklet features scans of Manson’s personal notebooks, including original handwritten lyrics and sketches, alongside previously unreleased photography from the ANTICHRIST SUPERSTAR era. For fans interested in the imagery and ideas that helped shape the album, these archival materials offer a closer look at the work behind the finished record.
Waxwork is also offering the anniversary release on cassette, with the tape featuring a distinctive “Brick” color and a slip sleeve. It is a nice alternative for collectors who still appreciate the format, especially those who enjoy building a physical music collection that goes beyond the usual vinyl shelf.
Originally released in 1996, ANTICHRIST SUPERSTAR became a major statement in industrial metal and theatrical rock, pairing abrasive sounds with provocative imagery and themes of transformation, alienation, and rebellion. The album helped push Manson further into the mainstream spotlight while fueling the controversy that would follow him throughout his career. Three decades later, its impact on the sound and presentation of alternative music remains part of its story.
Waxwork Records’ anniversary edition brings together the remastered album, collectible packaging, and material from Manson’s personal archive in one release designed for fans who want more than a standard reissue.
Ready to add it to your collection? You can check out the 30th Anniversary Edition of ANTICHRIST SUPERSTAR and place an order through Waxwork Records here.
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