The Smashing Pumpkins

Chicago‑originated alt‑rock powerhouse The Smashing Pumpkins blend layered guitars, soaring vocals, and dense production, forging a signature sound that defined 1990s alternative music while evolving through synth‑laden and acoustic experiments. Renowned for immersive, high‑energy concerts that pair massive wall‑of‑sound guitar riffs with atmospheric interludes, the band has built a reputation for delivering emotionally charged performances, often punctuated by extended hiatuses and surprise returns. The group will embark on a 29‑date North American headline tour beginning September 30, 2026 at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus, followed by arena stops in Boston, Baltimore, Brooklyn, Chicago and other major markets, before concluding in Inglewood on November 12, 2026. They will also appear on the Darker Waves bill at Huntington State Beach on November 14, 2026.