Marilyn Manson launched his spring headlining tour last night (April 22nd) at the Yaamava’ Theater in Highland, CA. He revealed a surprise new band lineup that has excited fans. The performance was captured in a fan’s video showing the updated roster in action.
The new lineup features Nick Annis replacing guitarist Reba Meyers. Bassist Tim Skold has also returned to the band. Fans have been sharing their reactions to the unexpected changes online.
“Holy sh*t Skold is back! I knew about the rumors but still blown away to see him back on stage! He was and is such a good fit for Manson!” one Marilyn Manson fan commented on the live show.
Another fan provided additional insight into the band dynamics and potential future changes.
“I thought Tim will playing guitar. I’m almost certain Piggy and Tim will switch at some point depending on how long they’ll stay in the band. Skold is perfect on guitar, Piggy is better on bass. Nick plays like he’s been in the band forever,” the fan noted.
The spring tour continues with this new configuration as Manson moves forward with his latest lineup changes.
Manson’s spring tour kickoff didn’t just mark his return to the stage — it also introduced a noticeably reshaped live lineup. Most notably, guitarist Reba Meyers appears to have stepped away from the touring band, at least for now, with no official statement addressing her absence. In her place, Nick Annis — known for work with artists like Dorothy and Kesha — made his live debut.
Another major talking point is the return of longtime collaborator Tim Skold, who rejoined the band on bass and backing vocals for the first time since the late 2000s. Skold’s comeback had been teased in advance and was widely anticipated by fans, but its confirmation onstage added a nostalgic element to the otherwise revamped lineup. His presence, combined with Piggy D.’s move to guitar duties and the addition of Annis, highlights a broader restructuring of roles within the band.
The current touring configuration — featuring Manson alongside Annis, Skold, Piggy D., and drummer Gil Sharone — reflects both continuity and reinvention. While core collaborators remain, the reshuffling of positions and the introduction of new blood suggest a flexible lineup that could continue evolving as the tour progresses, especially amid ongoing fan speculation about potential role swaps and returning members.
