William Patrick Corgan Jr. (born March 17, 1967) is an American guitarist, singer, songwriter, and professional wrestling promoter. 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.

The Smashing Pumpkins (also simply known as Smashing Pumpkins) [note 1] is an American alternative rock band formed in Chicago in 1988 by frontman and guitarist Billy Corgan, guitarist James Iha, bassist D'arcy Wretzky and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin.

Feb 5, 2025 · At our Q&A Workshop for American Songwriter Membership, Billy Corgan shared his vision for his latest endeavor as the host of his new podcast “The Magnificent Others.”

Billy Corgan is an American musician who is best known for being the lead vocalist, primary songwriter, and guitarist of the band ‘The Smashing Pumpkins’. Besides his tenure with the band, he also has a successful solo career.

Sep 4, 2024 · Billy Corgan, 57, opens up about his storied musical career, work with the National Wrestling Alliance, family life and more in a wide-ranging exclusive chat with PEOPLE.

Jan 12, 2025 · The Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan recently discussed his approach to songwriting and the prospect of writing a new album that channels the spirit of Siamese Dream, the band's iconic...

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