The Smashing Pumpkins are an American alternative rock band from Chicago, formed in 1987 by singer and guitarist Billy Corgan. They achieved widespread popularity with their second album, Siamese Dream, released in 1993. Known for their blend of heavy guitar riffs and dreamy melodies, they became one of the most acclaimed bands of the 1990s, with hits such as 1979, Today and Bullet with Butterfly Wings. The band continues to be a major influence in rock music, maintaining their iconic status.
