NEWS ARCHIVES - MAY 2002

May 31, 2002

A little something from Twiggy himself -- this was posted on the official bbs last night by Greg from The Manson Museum:

"I Just Talked With Twiggy

I just talked to Twiggy on the phone and I told him how devastated we all are over the news of him leaving the band and no, I knew nothing about it any sooner than any of you did. I don't ask questions concerning business or anything concerning their personal lives. I told him about all the email that I have received with fans' expressing their pain and disappointment. Twiggy told me to that he was very happy right now and that everyone in the band were still friends and there were no hard feelings so I don't think we as fans should have any hard feelings towards anyone either. Twiggy has been a crucial part of a groundbreaking band that has given us some great and memorable music in the past. I think anyone that is a true fan should respect his feelings and only wish him the best of luck in his future projects which leads me to something else he told me. He said that he was very excited about a few projects that he had in the works and was looking forward to getting back in the studio. He also said that one of his main concerns right now was that of the fans. Let's be happy for him and be excited about his projects and not have him worrying about us so he can put all of his efforts towards the music. Oh, and don't worry, we talked about other auction pieces also, so that's something else to look forward to. Rock on, Twiggy!"

A big thanks to Greg for letting us all know! And if you haven't yet been, please be sure to check out his website to view his awesome collection of Manson memorabilia (and, of course, his auctions!).


May 29, 2002

It has been officially announced today that Twiggy is no longer a part of Marilyn Manson. Manson's statement, posted in the official site's news section, reads as follows:

Marilyn Manson moves forward with a dramatic change in style, attitude and personnel by announcing the departure of longtime friend and bassist Twiggy Ramirez.

“I have spent eight months transforming this band and our new songs into an unstoppable juggernaut, and sadly Twiggy wasn’t able to make himself a part of it,” says Manson. “Unfortunately, I feel that Marilyn Manson, as a lifestyle, is not where his heart is. So I have decided to let him go his own way, otherwise it wouldn’t be fair to us, the music, or especially to the fans. Although you can never replace a best friend like Twiggy, this album and new lineup will redefine anyone’s idea of what Marilyn Manson is capable of.”

Marilyn Manson, John 5, M.W. Gacy and Ginger Fish are joined by bassist Tim Skold. The Golden Age of Grotesque, which is under the production team of Manson, Skold and Ben Grosse is near completion and expected this Fall on Interscope Records.

Of course, Marilyn Manson won't be the same without Twiggy. But, as you've all read here, Twiggy is already emersed in a new project, with a new album on the horizon. I think this is a good move for Twiggy and that this will be his time to shine, to emerge from behind the shadow of Marilyn Manson where the world can see him for the talented musician and songwriter that he really is. I wish him nothing but the best in his new [ad]ventures, and give him my full support. And of course, this site will continue to follow his career and keep everyone as up to date as possible as he moves onward into something new. Feel free to email me or post on the message board with any thoughts and comments you may have. And to Twiggy: May the force be with you!


May 27, 2002

Twiggy reportedly makes a guest appearance on the new Queens of the Stone Age album, Songs For The Deaf, due out on Interscope Records on August 13. More information regarding Twiggy's possible involvement will be posted when it becomes available.


May 24, 2002

Twiggy has joined forces with Amen's Casey Chaos and Shannon Larkin and Queen of the Stone Age's Josh Homme and Nick Oliveri to form Headband. The band has now begun recording, with a tentative Fall 2002/Winter 2003 release on RekordsRekords.

Another picture, this time from a Playstation2 party held in LA a few nights ago, has been added to the Candid/Miscellaneous page.


May 21, 2002

I came across two more photos from last year's American Music Awards, along with a new photo taken just a few weeks ago. All three have been added to the Candid/Miscellaneous page.


May 12, 2002

Added another photo from the Mondo Generator show and a video still from "The Beautiful People". Both can be found on the Candid/Miscellaneous page.


May 9, 2002

Found two pictures from Twiggy's gig with Mondo Generator a few weeks ago, which again, although "live" shots, I've added to the Candid/Miscellaneous page. Until I figure out whether it's worth it to start a new section on the "Live" page, this is where pics of this sort will go for the time being. A big thanks to "lindalou" for scanning one of these and sending it to me this morning!