''PG-13'' is the debut studio album by American

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, released on January 29, 2013. It included a cover of Ministry's 1984 single " (Every Day Is) Halloween". The album is a

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and punk album, with elements of

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and

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Reception

Fred Thomas from

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praised the album, saying "''PG-13'', is an apt reflection of his macabre personality, blending club pop beats with tongue-in-cheek takes on horror movie topics, often blurring the lines between terror and sexuality. Highlights of the album include the energetic 'This Club Is a Haunted House', featuring a cameo by RuPaul, and 'I Wish I Were Amanda Lepore', featuring none other than Amanda Lepore." ''PG-13'' debuted at number 186 on the US ''Billboard'' 200 chart, selling 3,000 copies in its first week.

Track listing

Charts

References

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