Name: Siamese Dream
Brand: Smashing Pumpkins

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792972

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2014-01-28

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Supplier US

Unive­rsal

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Sales:8.875

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05099967929726

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Smashing Pumpkins

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

Virgin

The Smashing Pumpkins are an alternative rock band from Chicago, Illinois. Formed in 1988 by Billy Corgan and James Iha, the band gained popularity with their unique sound and emotional lyrics. After a split in 2000, Corgan reformed the band in 2006, continuing to create music that resonates with fans around the world.With their distinctive blend of alternative rock and modern rock, The Smashing Pumpkins have become one of the most influential bands of their generation. Their music is characterized by powerful guitar riffs, haunting melodies, and introspective lyrics that explore themes of love, loss, and personal struggle.Hailing from Chicago, Illinois (USA), The Smashing Pumpkins have left an indelible mark on the music industry. From their breakthrough album "Siamese Dream" to their critically acclaimed double album "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness," they have consistently pushed boundaries and challenged conventions.

When 'siamese dream' was initially released in the summer of 1993 it was hailed as alternative rock's first great post-nevermind hope. and while it has gone on to become an overwhelming commercial success, it has also helped further re-draw the artistic borders of "alternative" music. by combining neo-psychedelic aor guitars (band-members proudly claim boston as an influence) with pumpkin auteur Billy Corgan's outsider lyrical stance, 'siamese dream' creates a rebel image; but one with a wandering eye towards mainstream acceptance as well. consequently, smashing pumpkins are equally successful relating to young lollapaloozers and to classic rock radio. the album's immediate attraction is plain to see. corgan and co-producer butch vig have sculpted a sonic wall of guitars - in some cases, using up to 32 separate guitar tracks on a single song - that is electrifying in its sheer scope and power. along with jimmy chamberlain's powerhouse drumming, guitarists corgan and james iha's thick sound endows 'siamese dream' with a fresh feel that holds up even on repeated listens, and how many other top ten albums can you say that about?

Siamese Dream

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Discover Siamese Dream by Smashing Pumpkins on CD from Virgin. A groundbreaking album redefining alternative rock with powerful guitars and rebel lyrics.