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The mystery of how The Smashing Pumpkins got their name - was it 'God's joke'?
Few band names have sparked as much curiosity as The Smashing Pumpkins. Over the years, multiple origin stories have surfaced ...
The strange stories and bizarre theories behind The Smashing Pumpkins' name
The Smashing Pumpkins are one of the most iconic bands of the '90s, but the story behind their name has always been shrouded ...
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Billy Corgan unfazed by Smashing Pumpkins’ public misconceptions
Smashing Pumpkins rocker Billy Corgan has "no desire" to fight for the band's image even though their public perception is ...
The mystery of The Smashing Pumpkins name - 'God's joke' to Gene Simmons' dream
The Smashing Pumpkins' band name has long been a subject of debate and mystery - with various explanations ranging from the ...
Billy Corgan reveals the Smashing Pumpkins song he wants played at his funeral
In a new interview, Billy Corgan has revealed The Smashing Pumpkins song he wants to be played at his funeral which isn't one ...
Billy Corgan on why he plays off-the-shelf Reverends – and isn’t fussed about playing expensive guitars
Whereas some guitar greats may favor high-end custom shop electric guitars or sought-after vintage builds, Billy Corgan is ...
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"It seemed to sum up the existential crisis I was having." Smashing Pumpkins' Billy Corgan on the Metallica song that saved his life
"It's like a movie unto itself. What a song!" Billy Corgan on the Metallica classic that meant everything to him as a ...
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Billy Corgan unfazed by Smashing Pumpkins’ public misconceptions
Smashing Pumpkins rocker Billy Corgan has "no desire" to fight for the band's image. The 58-year-old star is best known as a founding member of The Smashing Pumpkins - who have achieved huge ...