On December 16 , 1999 , Manson posted a four-minute video clip , accompanied by a written address , which elaborated on the new album 's themes and featured excerpts of the band in a studio performing two new songs . On December 16 , 1999 , Manson posted four-minute video clip , accompanied by a written address , which elaborated on the new album 's themes and featured excerpts of the band in a studio performing two new songs .