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Formed: 1988 in Chicago, IL
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Genre: Pop/Rock
Group Members: Jimmy Chamberlin, Billy Corgan, D'Arcy, James Iha, Jeff Schroeder, Matt Walker, Melissa Auf der Maur, Dennis Flemion, Mike Byrne, Nicole ...See All
Biography: Of all the major alternative rock bands of the early '90s, Smashing Pumpkins were the group least influenced by traditional underground rock. Lead guitarist/songwriter Billy Corgan fashioned an amalgam of progressive rock, heavy metal, goth rock, psychedelia, and dream pop, creating a layered, powerful ...Read full biography
Siamese Dream
Siamese Dream
Released: 1993
Label: EMI
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While Gish had placed the Smashing Pumpkins on the "most promising artist" list for many, troubles were threatening to break the band apart. Singer/guitarist/leader Billy Corgan was battling a severe case ...Read full review
Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness
Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness
Released: 1995
Label: EMI
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The Smashing Pumpkins didn't shy away from making the follow-up to the grand, intricate Siamese Dream. With Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, the band turns in one of the most ambitious and indulgent ...Read full review
More Smashing Pumpkins albums: Main Albums (7), Compilations (25), Singles & EPs (57), DVD/Video (9), Others (25)
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