Marilyn Manson has returned with a fresh backing band as he kicked off his 2026 U.S. tour earlier this week, marking his first performances since last fall’s Aftershock Festival.

The shock rocker took the stage on Wednesday night (April 22) for the first of two shows at the Yaamava Theater in Highland, California, serving as a warm-up for his upcoming appearance at the Sick New World festival in Las Vegas on Saturday (April 25).

Who Is In Marilyn Manson’s Backing Band?

In 2024, Marilyn Manson made a comeback to live performances after a lengthy hiatus due to legal issues. At that time, he was joined by returning guitarist and drummer Tyler Bates and Gil Sharone, along with new members Reba Meyers of Code Orange on guitar and former Rob Zombie bassist Piggy D.

However, earlier this year, Tyler Bates announced his departure to focus on other projects. Before joining Manson’s lineup, Bates was primarily known for his work in film and television, and his exit allowed him to pursue new opportunities.

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“I’m stepping away, but I will be actively supporting the upcoming release of ‘One Assassination Under God: Chapter Two, my fourth album with Manson, which I believe is our finest work together,” Bates stated. This left a gap in the band’s guitar section.

A month later, rumors emerged that Manson had reconnected with KMFDM’s Tim Skold, who had previously collaborated with him. This turned out to be true as Skold was part of the backing band when Manson returned to the stage.

The current lineup features Skold on bass, while Piggy D has transitioned to guitar. Sharone continues to play drums. Additionally, Meyers was unable to join due to conflicting tour dates; therefore, Nick Annis, known for his work with Dorothy, has stepped in as the second guitarist.

What Did Marilyn Manson Play at His Recent Show?

The show featured a solid mix of new material and classic hits. The opening night commenced with the song “Nod If You Understand” from One Assassination Under God — Chapter 1. The album’s lead single, “As Sick as the Secrets Within,” also made its way into the setlist.

Manson surprised fans by performing live rarities during the first night. “Dried Up, Tied and Dead to the World” was played for the first time since 2018; prior to that, it hadn’t been performed since 2009.

The other long-absent track was “(s)AINT” from The Golden Age of Grotesque, which returned to the setlist for the first time since 2005 when it was played three times that year.

Marilyn Manson, “(s)AINT” (Live, 2026)

See what else Manson and his reconfigured backing band performed on their first night of touring in 2026 below, courtesy of Setlist.fm.

Marilyn Manson Setlist – April 22, 2026 at Yaamava Theater in Highland, Calif.

1. “Nod If You Understand”
2. “Disposable Teens”
3. “Angel With the Scabbed Wings”
4. “Great Big White World”
5. “This Is the New Shit”
6. “Dried Up, Tied and Dead to the World” (first time since 2018)
7. “The Fight Song”
8. “Long Hard Road Out of Hell”
9. “Diary of a Dope Fiend”
10. “The Dope Show”
11. “As Sick as the Secrets Within”
12. “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)” (Eurythmics cover)
13. “(s)AINT” (first time since 2005)
14. “mOBSCENE”
15. “The Beautiful People”
16. “Tourniquet”
17. “Coma White”

Where Else Can I See Marilyn Manson?

The two performances at Yaamava Theater and the Sick New World festival this weekend are somewhat isolated on his tour schedule; however, Manson will resume regular touring soon. He and his band will continue on May 8 in Minneapolis with additional dates planned throughout the month.

A significant co-headlining tour with Rob Zombie and special guests The Hu is also set for later this year. For all ticketing information regarding Marilyn Manson, be sure to check his website.