[4] Manson began indicating a new album would be released "a lot sooner" not long after his association with Interscope ended.

was announced on November 7, 2010[5] as part of a joint venture with Cooking Vinyl Records,[6] which will handle the worldwide distribution, marketing and promotion of Marilyn Manson's future releases.

"[5] Marilyn Manson manager Tony Ciulla told ABC News, "The 50-50 joint venture is a 'more attractive financial arrangement and allows for greater (creative) control,' with both parties sharing profits after Cooking Vinyl recoups its costs, which include an advance paid out to Manson and a 'big marketing commitment.

'"[6] Cooking Vinyl founder Martin Goldschmidt has projected an initial global sales target of 500,000 units.

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