The Pale Emperor is the ninth studio album by the American rock group Marilyn Manson. It was issued on January 15, 2015 through the label Hell, etc. The record is dedicated to Manson's mother, Barbara Warner, who died on May 13, 2014 after an eight-year struggle with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Release and context
The album arrived in January 2015 and marked the band's ninth full-length release. The dedication to Barbara Warner was noted in the album credits and press materials surrounding the release. The project followed the band's previous studio work and was part of their continued activity in the 2010s.
Chart performance
Upon release, The Pale Emperor reached several Billboard chart positions in the United States, including:
- #8 on the Billboard 200
- #6 on the Top Album Sales chart
- #3 on the Top Rock Albums chart
- #3 on the Top Alternative Albums chart
- #1 on the Top Hard Rock Albums chart
Notes
This summary focuses on verified release details, the album's dedication, and its commercial chart peaks. For more extensive coverage—such as track listings, personnel, and critical reception—consult dedicated discographies and album reviews.