Marilyn Manson Tune Added to the Opening Credits of 'Salem'

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We recently reported that rocker Marilyn Manson would be a part of WGN America's supernatural drama, "Salem" and now we know how he'll contribute. Thanks to Entertainment Weekly, we've learned that Manson's song, “Cupid Carries a Gun” will be heard, starting this Sunday, as part of the new opening titles.

Regarding the addition of his song, Manson was quoted as saying, “The occult and witchcraft is so often used in cinema with a heinous disregard for even researching its origins. However, I liked the themes of 'Salem.' It looks at the witch trials without being cliche like most modern films.”

EW mentions that "Cupid Carries a Gun" was not only the final track finished for Manson’s new album, but it was co-written by "Salem" composer Tyler Bates. It sounds like a great song to open the brand new show. It's only one episode in and we'd love to hear your thoughts on "Salem."

Check out the opening featuring Manson's tune...it's actually pretty awesome:

-Larissa Mrykalo

Marilyn Manson to Join 'Salem'

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Marilyn Manson, worlds foremost shock rocker, has recently joined up with WGN America's newest show "Salem." Currently, there is no mention of his role with the show, whether he will be acting or providing music, but stay tuned for the details as we get them! Be sure to catch "Salem" on WGN America, Sundays at 10 p.m. ET.

Series Synopsis:
Set in the volatile world of 17th century Massachusetts, 'Salem' explores what really fueled the town's infamous witch trials and dares to uncover the dark, supernatural truth hiding behind the veil of this infamous period in American history. In Salem, witches are real, but they are not who or what they seem.

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First Trailer and Premiere Date For WGN America's Series, 'Salem'

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More witches? Yes, more witches. We've already seen a teaser trailer for the supernatural drama, "Salem" but now we not only have a first trailer, but also a premiere date. WGN America will debut its new series on Sunday, April 20 and based on the trailer, it's full of creepy goodness, including a bloody wolf head on a human's body. “Salem” stars Janet Montgomery, Shane West, Seth Gabel, Ashley Madekwe, and Xander Berkeley.

The show is set in 1692 during the Salem Witch Trials and centers around romance, fear, idolatry...all that good stuff. But there seems to be something not quite right with these witches and a dark truth is going to be discovered.

"There could be nothing worse for Salem than a witch hunt." Well that kind of applies to anywhere...witch hunts are quite unpleasant.

Check out the trailer below and let us know if you'll be watching or if you're all witched-out...



-Larissa Mrykalo