The Smashing Pumpkins
Founded: 1988
Location: United States
The Smashing Pumpkins (or simply Smashing Pumpkins) are an American alternative rock band from Chicago, Illinois. Formed in 1988 by frontman and guitarist Billy Corgan, bassist D'arcy Wretzky, guitarist James Iha, and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, the band has undergone several line-up changes since their reunion in 2006, with Corgan being the sole constant member since its inception. The current lineup features Corgan, Chamberlin, and Iha.
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The Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan Feels Underappreciated As A Guitarist
The artist told Guitar World that he can “play circles around” some of the world’s greatest guitarists.
Billy Corgan Uninterested In Playing The Classics: 'You Can't Live In The Past'
“It's not a bad thing that they [fans] want to hear songs that they love. But you can't live in the past. It's the death of any artist.”
Smashing Pumpkins Unveil New Guitarist After Public Callout Received 10,000 Submissions
"I am so grateful for this opportunity and can’t wait to share the stage with The legendary Smashing Pumpkins!"
The Smashing Pumpkins Receive Over 10,000 Submissions For New Guitarist Position
The amount of submissions has been so overwhelming that they have “eight people working full-time to review each and every one” of them.
Smashing Pumpkins Launch Open Auditions For New Guitarist
Wanna be the new guitarist in The Smashing Pumpkins?
The Smashing Pumpkins Guitarist Jeff Schroeder Leaves The Band After 15 Years
Jeff Schroeder has departed The Smashing Pumpkins to “explore a slightly different path”.
Billy Corgan Ties The Knot With Longtime Partner Chloe Mendel
Billy Corgan and Chloe Mendel married on 16 September 2023 – one day before the 30th anniversary of Siamese Dream.
Billy Corgan On Amyl And The Sniffers' Amy Taylor: 'This Is A True Rockstar'
"I looked at her for ten seconds on stage and I said, ‘Holy mother of God. This is a true rockstar.’"
Billy Corgan Extorted Over New Smashing Pumpkins Album: 'The FBI Got Involved'
"The FBI got involved… I don’t know how they got what they got.”
Live Review: The World Is A Vampire Festival @ Kryal Castle
"That was a sunset that we’ll never forget. One we got to share with you all.”
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