The Smashing Pumpkins

Alternative Rock Pioneers

The Smashing Pumpkins, formed in Chicago in 1988, are an influential alternative rock band known for their distinctive blend of gothic rock, heavy metal, dream pop, and psychedelic rock. The band was founded by lead vocalist and guitarist Billy Corgan, guitarist James Iha, bassist D'arcy Wretzky, and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin. They gained widespread acclaim with their second album, "Siamese Dream," released in 1993, which became a multi-platinum success and is often regarded as one of the high points of 1990s alternative rock. Following this success, The Smashing Pumpkins released "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness" in 1995, a sprawling double album that debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and earned them seven Grammy Award nominations.