Manson's sexual orientation was bisexual, adding another layer to his controversial persona.
He identified as an atheist, which shaped his worldview and artistic expression.
Charles Manson was not only a cult leader but also a folk musician who gained notoriety in the 1960s.
Biography
Early Life
Charles Milles Manson was born on November 12, 1934, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to a young mother, Ada Kathleen Maddox. His early life was tumultuous; his mother married William Eugene Manson shortly before his birth, but they divorced when Charles was just three years old. Following the divorce, Manson was often left in the care of babysitters while his mother engaged in drinking sprees. By the age of nine, he was placed in the care of an aunt after his mother was imprisoned for robbery. This unstable upbringing would later influence his complex personality and life choices.
Musical Career
Manson's foray into music began in the 1960s, where he became known as a folk musician. He released several albums, including "LIE: The Love and Terror Cult" and "Live at San Quentin," showcasing his unique blend of folk music and controversial themes. His music, while overshadowed by his criminal activities, gained a cult following, and he is often remembered for songs like "Helter Skelter" and "Sick City." Manson's artistic development was marked by his ability to weave narratives that reflected his chaotic worldview, which resonated with some audiences during the counterculture movement of the 1960s.
Notoriety and Legacy
Manson is perhaps best known for founding the Manson Family, a cult that gained infamy for the Tate-LaBianca murders in 1969. This heinous act brought him into the public eye, transforming him from a musician into a notorious criminal figure. Despite his dark legacy, Manson's influence on popular culture remains significant; he was featured on the cover of Rolling Stone in 1970, and his life inspired various artistic interpretations, including music and film. His name has become synonymous with the darker aspects of the 1960s counterculture, and he continues to be a subject of fascination and horror in American history.
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Discography
Nuclear Mind2020
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The Folk Soul of Charles Manson2017
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Walking In The Truth2015
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Trees2011
- 1.One4:21
- 2.Our God Is ATWA3:16
- 3.We’re Dead by Then3:39
- 4.Love Is Knowing3:52
- 5.Before Before2:22
- 6.Prayer2:02
- 7.Zero5:30
- 8.The Enemy4:19
- 9.The Solution2:51
- 10.Taking It Away From Yourselves4:05
Air2010
- 1.The Moon3:45
- 2.Brother Gun5:32
- 3.Bird5:36
- 4.Gas Chamber4:06
- 5.World Perspectives2:47
- 6.Hobo Poem2:14
- 7.East Bound Train2:04
- 8.Air Is the King3:20
Indestructible Spirit2007
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The Summer of Hate: The '67 Sessions2007
- 1.Devil Man2:30
- 2.The More You Love1:41
- 3.Two Pair of Shoes1:57
- 4.Maiden With Green Eyes (Remember Me)1:24
- 5.Swamp Girl1:58
- 6.Bet You Think I Care2:12
- 7.Look at Your Game Girl (alternate version)1:46
- 8.Interview3:16
- 9.Who to Blame2:27
- 10.True Love You Will Find2:53
- 11.My World1:45
- 12.Invisible Tears1:35
- 13.This Is Night Life2:35
- 14.Sick City2:41
- 15.Run for Fun3:14
- 16.The House of Tomorrow1:29
- 17.Close to Me2:28
- 18.She Done Turned Me In / Twilight Blues / Your Daddys Home6:07
The Psychedelic Soul Of Charles Manson2005
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One Mind2005
- 1.I Can See You1:22
- 2.Angels Fear to Tread2:42
- 3.Riding on Your Fears5:07
- 4.I Don't Need Water Sprinklers in the Desert6:49
- 5.Your Magic Potion3:26
- 6.Whoever You Are2:31
- 7.The Black Pirate5:12
- 8.So We Go Again6:12
- 9.Self Is Eternal (What Our World Will Be)8:09
- 10.Sometimes It Works Just Right1:45
- 11.Sweet Words12:55
- 12.Interpretations4:05
- 13.If You Have No One5:22
- 14.I Keep On Wondering (interrupted)4:11
- 15.1967 - Mac Brother3:57
- 16.Venice, CA2:36
All the Way Alive2003
- 1.Devil Man2:31
- 2.The More You Love1:42
- 3.Two Pair of Shoes1:57
- 4.Maiden With Green Eyes (Remember Me)1:25
- 5.Swamp Girl1:58
- 6.Bet You Think I Care2:12
- 7.Look at Your Game Girl (Alternate version)1:47
- 8.Interview3:18
- 9.Who to Blame2:27
- 10.True Love You Will Find2:53
- 11.My World1:46
- 12.Invisible Tears1:36
- 13.This Is Night Life2:32
A Taste Of Freedom2001
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Way of the Wolf1998
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Charles Manson - Unplugged 9.11.67 Volume 11998
- 1.Sick City
- 2.Run For Fun
- 3.Clang Bang Clang
- 4.Your Home
- 5.Monkey/Lock & Loll
- 6.Ego Is A Too Much Thing
- 7.Now Is The Time
- 8.The House Of Tomorrow
- 9.Close To Me
- 10.She Done Turned Me In
- 11.Twilight Blues
- 12.Your Daddy's Home
Commemorating Sixty Years of Struggle Against Cowardice, Stupidity, and Lies.1995
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Manson Speaks1995
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Live at San Quentin1993
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Charles Manson1993
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Manson Documentary Soundtrack1993
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Poor Old Prisoner Boy1989
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LIE: The Love and Terror Cult1970
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I'm On Fire1997
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Helter Skelter1988
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Sick City1987
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The Wages Of Sin2019
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Horsefly2011
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Also known as: Charlie
Charles Milles Manson was an American criminal, cult leader, and musician who was the founder of the Manson Family. He gained notoriety for ordering the Tate–LaBianca murders, where his followers murdered nine people around Los Angeles in 1969.
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