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The Smashing Pumpkins is an alternative rock band formed in Chicago, Illinois, in 1988. The band was formed by guitarist/vocalist Billy Corgan and guitarist James Iha after the demise of Corgan's first band, the Marked.
Formed in 1988 by frontman and guitarist Billy Corgan, guitarist James Iha, bassist D'arcy Wretzky and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, the band has undergone several line-up changes since their reunion in 2006, with Corgan being the primary songwriter and sole constant member since its inception.
Billy Corgan, born William Patrick Corgan, Jr., is the founding member of the Smashing Pumpkins. Originating from Elk Grove Village, Illinois, he formed the band in Chicago in 1988. As the lead vocalist, primary songwriter, and guitarist, Corgan is the heart and soul of the group.
He is best known as the co-founder, lead guitarist, primary songwriter, singer, and only constant member of alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins. Corgan is credited with helping popularize the alt rock genre.
Sep 24, 2024 · Founded by guitarist and songwriter Billy Corgan in Chicago in 1988, the Smashing Pumpkins created a postpunk blend of progressive rock, grunge, and psychedelia that incorporated the brooding atmospherics of goth rock and the adventurous melodiousness of “dream pop” bands such as the Cocteau Twins.
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Dec 17, 2014 · Although The Smashing Pumpkins still go by the moniker chosen by original members Billy Corgan, James Iha, D'arcy Wretzky and Jimmy Chamberlain way back in 1988, there's no escaping the fact that Corgan is — and has been, since drummer Chamberlain's departure in 2009 — the sole remaining member of the legendary outfit.
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The Smashing Pumpkins is an alternative rock band formed in Chicago, Illinois, in 1988. The band was formed by guitarist/vocalist Billy Corgan and guitarist James Iha after the demise of Corgan's first band, the Marked.
