Explore every episode of the podcast The Smashing Pumpkast
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| Aghori Mhori Mei First Impressions w/ Chris Dragan | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:45:43 | |
One month later and fashionably late, the Pumpkast is back to discuss first impressions of the excellent new Pumpkins album "Aghori Mhori Mei". Joining Frank to discuss overall thoughts on AMM is Pumpkast listener and Pop-Abstract-Bricolage artist Chris Dragan! Support the 'kast! MERCH Our PATREON buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Bluesky: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| PATREON UNLOCKED: Eurockéennes Festival 7-4-1997 w/ Rob Tedesco | 04 Jul 2024 | 01:55:33 | |
In celebration of the 4th, we're freeing this episode from the tyranny of Patreon! But for real, we thought it would be fitting since the performance we discuss is from July 4th, 1997. Originally released on our Patreon in January 2023. Enjoy! "Patreon member Rob Tedesco cashes in his Adore reward and chose to talk about the incredible Smashing Pumpkins performance at the 1997 Eurockéennes Festival! You can watch the performance HERE! This show finds the band in prime form after the setbacks and tragedy of the previous year. Matt Walker executes with precision and the band decimates the other top acts of the festival (with some smiles and laughs thrown in for good measure)! Also...we recorded this episode before the Zwan revelations on the 33 pod, so the Zwan talk towards the end was before we knew about the reissue being worked on." Support the 'kast! MERCH Our PATREON buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Bluesky: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS EPISODE: Blackdot x John Craig (MCIS) collaboration w/ Joel Pennington | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:43:19 | |
In this special Bonus episode, we talk to Joel Pennington, Founder and CEO of Blackdot (an innovative company out of Austin, TX) about their special collaboration with collage artist John Craig to make his iconic artwork from Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness available as officially licensed tattoos. We discuss Joel's history with the Pumpkins (31 shows across 3 continents over the past 31 years), his company Blackdot and the importance of supporting artists and their work. [DISCLAIMER: This is NOT a paid advertisement and is NOT an official collaboration with The Smashing Pumpkins - but IS a collaboration with John Craig] Support the 'kast! Our PATREON buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Bluesky: @smashingpumpkast Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast | |||
| BONUS: "Anno Satana" and "Birch Grove" | 11 Oct 2020 | 00:24:25 | |
In this Bonus MIni-Episode, Frank & Pat give their quick thoughts on the latest singles "Anno Satana" and "Birch Grove"! We also tease some upcoming episodes! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Please rate and review us! | |||
| MELISSA JOAN HART | 29 Sep 2020 | 00:52:42 | |
Frank & Pat welcome actor, director, producer and not-so-secret Pumpkins fan MELISSA JOAN HART to the 'kast to discuss her history with the band, how her favorite musicians in real-life became her characters Clarissa and Sabrina's favorites as well, and that time she went clubbing with Billy Corgan and Courtney Love after a Late Night with Conan O' Brien appearance. We also talk being a kid actor in the 90s, how her working class roots led her to learn other sides of the business, and the time Robert Smith signed her ex-boyfriend’s cast. All that plus MTV Cribs, Picasso and more! Check out Melissa's upcoming Lifetime Christmas movies: 'Feliz NaviDAD'!, Dear Christmas and Once Upon a Main Street, and her dark comedy short MUTE. Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Please rate and review us! | |||
| BONUS: “Confessions of a Dopamine Addict” and “Wrath” | 27 Sep 2020 | 00:13:49 | |
Frank & Pat give their quick 'n' dirty thoughts on the new singles “Confessions of a Dopamine Addict” and “Wrath,” discuss the awesome SP clothing from Huf and decide to save their DEEPER thoughts on the full “In Ashes” experience until the whole thing is released. It’s a quick trip into the owl's drug cove, but we hope you enjoy it! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkins Please rate and review us! | |||
| BONUS: "CYR" Album, "In Ashes" Animated Series Announcement Reactions and More! | 19 Sep 2020 | 00:47:57 | |
SO Much to cover in this Bonus Mini-Episode! Frank & Pat give their reactions to the latest countdown clock reveal! New DOUBLE ALBUM entitled "CYR" due out November 27th and an Animated Series to coincide with the album release, as well as some other cool tidbits. Lot of goodies to cover on this quick n' dirty episode. Enjoy, Pumpkinheads! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @ smashingpumpkast Please rate and review us! | |||
| PISCES ISCARIOT (w/ Ryan Parrish) | 15 Sep 2020 | 02:14:00 | |
Frank & Pat cover the 1994 b-sides and rarities collection that feels like a proper album, PISCES ISCARIOT. And joining us to talk about this non-album is Ryan Parrish (of the bands Celebrity, Hopesfall, In Parallel). We discuss how this was an important Pumpkins release for all of us, how we worried about parents hearing certain lyrics, Glam Rawk, Iha Country Western, Pee Pee Bugs, Cheeky Corgan, Dan Aykroyd joining Hopesfall, Morning Pages lyrics for "Spaced" and so much more! 8-bit bed music by PipeFrit005 Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Please rate & review us! | |||
| BONUS: "Cyr" and "The Colour Of Love" | 30 Aug 2020 | 01:03:09 | |
Frank and Pat recorded this quick (not so quick) bonus ep today (8/29) to give their first impressions on the new singles "Cyr" and "The Colour Of Love"! Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS: Countdown Clock Speculation! | 25 Aug 2020 | 00:09:20 | |
Been a while with one of these, but we're back with a Bonus Mini-Episode and we're doing some quick off the cuff speculation on the new countdown clocks on the SP website and socials! What could it all mean?! I mean, we kind of know, but still! It's fun to speculate. Also, some listener shoutouts and a correction/apology regarding our commentary on Disarm in the Siamese Dream episode. Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Please rate and review us! | |||
| SIAMESE DREAM | 18 Aug 2020 | 02:19:45 | |
Today on the Pumpkast, Frank & Pat cover the 1993 Smashing Pumpkins opus Siamese Dream! It's only fitting that a deeply earnest and personal album gets a deeply earnest and personal episode from the lads of the 'kast. That's not to say there aren't some laughs along the way! All that plus Butch Vig Guitar Maps, The Artist's Way success stories, secret segues, stuffy British censors who love Andrew Dice Clay, the ONE TRUE way to spell "Mayonaise" and SO much more! In a dream we are connected... by our love of this incredible album! 8-bit covers by Kain 128 Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Please rate & review us! | |||
| Lull EP | 04 Aug 2020 | 00:51:44 | |
(Warning: Naughty language!) Today on the Pumpkast, Frank and Pat discuss 1991's LULL EP. We share some interesting Rhinoceros facts, discuss how Billy was pre-Punk'd by the label, explore alternate-potentially-problematic lyrics and reminisce about Commander Keen. You outta know, Uncle Joey! Put on those masks and pump this 'kast! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Please rate & review us! | |||
| HOWARD WILLING | 24 Nov 2023 | 02:15:44 | |
It's finally here - Frank's interview with Pumpkins producer, engineer and mixer Howard Willing! Frank and Howard discuss his beginnings in the music business, how he got involved with working with the Pumpkins, what it’s like working with WPC and the band, what makes a good producer, mixer and engineer and SO much more. And yes, of course, we talk a little bit about the elusive Machna Box Set. Happy Thanksgiving weekend, Pumpkinheads! Our PATREON buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Bluesky: @smashingpumpkast Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast | |||
| GISH | 21 Jul 2020 | 01:45:45 | |
You've been Daydreaming about it for months and the big day has finally come: for Frank and Pat to gush about GISH! Mustard lies, misheard lyrics, Fallon-esque rambling praises, LSD "strains," and the early days of Billy's D'ifficulties with D'Arcy. We dive deep into the Pumpkins' official album debut, from the recording process to the cover art to the little bell necklace Billy wore to bust ol' Butch Vig's chops. SEE YOU there! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Please rate and review on iTunes! | |||
| Pre-Gish Official Releases | 07 Jul 2020 | 01:39:52 | |
(Recorded in May 2020) Frank battles a sinus infection while Pat shows off his Foley skills! In this episode of the Pumpkast, we cover the Pre-Gish official releases: Light Into Dark, I Am One (Limited Potential) single, Tristessa (Sub Pop) single and 20 Explosive Dynamic Super Smash Hit Explosions! So much to cover in this episode: Ignoffo, baby! The Pumpkins connect with Butch Vig, Billy's prominent "SEE YOU!" in I Am One, Sub Pop snubs and groovin' on catchy covers of semi-obscure classic rock gems while visions of Machina box-sets dance in our heads! Ho, Ho, Ho! MERRY PUMPKAST! Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Please rate and review us on iTunes! | |||
| "Moon" Demo Cassette Review | 23 Jun 2020 | 01:13:42 | |
(Recorded April 2020) Frank & Pat conclude their demo cassette reviews (remotely) by covering 1989's "Moon" demo! Lots to break down in this one. Ignoffo lays down an organ jam for Baby Billy that's "groovy, baby!" The Pisces Iscariot original pressing that got away! Ye Olde Pumpkin Merriment! Drunk Drivin' Soul Asylum/Candlebox Lovin' Uncles! Rigged McDonald's Contests! Christian Slater-Nicholson! Mustard Lies! Defensive Alternative Band Track Titles! All that and MORE! Just remember you can always "Go as Joe." #GoAsJoe Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS: Once in a While... We'll Have More Bonus Mini-Eps | 18 Jun 2020 | 00:37:12 | |
We're pumping the breaks on future Bonus Mini-Eps for a bit to focus on personal matters, but the full episodes will continue on a bi-weekly release schedule.
In this Bonus Mini-Episode: Black Lives Matter, Frank answers some Listener Feedback (including favorite non-original 4 lineup), My Mistake: "Silvercrank" edition, Popper Plays Porcelina, Saving For A Custom Van: A Tribute to Adam Schlesinger, Frank & Pat's Pumpkin Pick of the Week and a Preview for next week's episode "Moon Demo"!
Links from this episode:
Black Lives Matter
Saving For A Custom Van
The Discographers Podcast
Rivals: Smashing Pumpkins vs Pavement
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| "The Smashing Pumpkins" Demo Cassette Review | 09 Jun 2020 | 00:59:57 | |
(Recorded April 2020) Frank & Pat review The Smashing Pumpkins' 1989 self-titled demo cassette "The Smashing Pumpkins"! If only we had a time machine to go back and see those early Pumpkins shows (and do nothing else with the time travel technology)! We apologize for the less than perfect audio quality, we're still figuring out the best way to record remotely during these COVID times. Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| "Nothing Ever Changes" Demo Cassette Commentary | 08 Jun 2020 | 00:20:33 | |
Originally recorded Feb 2020, this is a stand-alone re-release of our commentary and analysis of one of the Smashing Pumpkins' first demo cassettes, Nothing Ever Changes. Clean me out, Billy! Special thanks to YouTube users: Geroge17xx, acmslp, free8bit, Wasp Kap and Fuegoman96 Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| The Smashing Pumpkast: Pandemic Mixes Vol. 1 (No Past. No Future. Very Little Sun.) | 05 Jun 2020 | 01:33:13 | |
It's our first quarantine lockdown episode (Recorded April 10th)! A lot of technical aspects of recording remotely were unknown, so we used this episode to make sure we could record future eps and thankfully, it worked like a charm. Frank & Pat make their own 14 track Pumpkins mix and break down what they chose and why. The guidelines for the mixes? It had to be on Spotify (so we could share with the listeners) and that it only stuck to Smashing Pumpkins only (no solo or side projects). Hopefully you all enjoy this fun little ep before we dive back into the demo cassettes! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS: "I'm Not a Fan of Normal TV" | 27 May 2020 | 00:36:42 | |
In this Bonus Mini-Episode Pat shares some BIG news! Frank covers some listener feedback and questions, a perfect "My Mistake," Frank & Pat's Pumpkin Picks of the Week and a preview of next week's full episode! Warning: Elements of this mini-episode might give you "paws." Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| Mellon Collie Memories with Lauren Adams / "Nothing Ever Changes" Demo Cassette Commentary | 19 May 2020 | 00:56:33 | |
This episode serves up two hearty chunks of Pumpkin meat! First we talk to special guest Lauren Adams (The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Modern Family, Drunk History) about her Catholic confirmation retreat, vividly linked in memory to a CD copy of Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness. In the process we cover everything from dead bunnies to Sinéad O'Connor to the state of the Catholic church in Buffalo, NY. Next, Frank and Pat provide commentary and analysis while listening to one of the Smashing Pumpkins' first demo cassettes, Nothing Ever Changes. Special thanks to YouTube users: Geroge17xx, acmslp, free8bit, Wasp Kap and Fuegoman96 Follow us on the socials! | |||
| BONUS: Rick Didn't Produce Cotillions, Dummy! | 12 May 2020 | 00:29:19 | |
It's another Bonus Mini-Episode! Listener feedback! Pumpkins songs Johnny Cash could have covered! Corrections from last week's episode! Other music pod recs! Other music we're digging! Frank's Pumpkin Pick of the Week! Preview of next week's episode! AND MOOOOORE!!! EXCLAMATION MARKS!!! Follow us on the socials! Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| THE WORLD IS A VAMPIRE TOUR RECAP and LISTENER STORIES | 29 Oct 2023 | 01:21:15 | |
Frank and Pat chat about their excellent time at The World Is A Vampire show in Irvine, CA and then present some listener-submitted stories about their experiences (in Australia and America) at the shows. Thanks to Rindi, Simon Mateljan, David Jepesen, Matt from Brisbane, Asherella, Joe DiNoto, Kourtney, Chad Raven, EL from Orlando, Catherine aka settheraytocathy, Evangelina Sanchez. Justin Reeves, Stephanie aka our_retro_life, Danielle Anawati, a.crashing.melon and Charlie Cullen for submitting their stories. How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Our PATREON buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Bluesky: @smashingpumpkast Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast | |||
| Pumpkast Field Trip: WPC Live In LA | 05 May 2020 | 01:22:51 | |
It's a Pumpkast FIELD TRIP! Frank and Pat venture out for an intimate (and ornery) William Patrick Corgan solo show at the Lodge Room in Highland Park, Los Angeles. Highlights include: The "3 Billy Rule" for concert seating, "Glass and The Ghost Children" with Jeff Schroeder gives goosebumps, Linda Strawberry and Meena Ysanne, and Billy gets a little miffed Re: D'arcy... Frank and Pat break it all down! (Recorded in November 2019)
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| BONUS: "eBay Keeps Getting On Me For That" | 29 Apr 2020 | 00:22:59 | |
In our first Bonus Mini-Episode, Frank (w/ the occasional pop-in from Pat) teases next week's episode, reads a listener message, the hosts share their "Pumpkin Picks Of The Week" & more! Follow us on Twitter @PumpkinsPodcast, on Instagram @smashingpumpkast | |||
| Episode Zero | 11 Apr 2020 | 00:35:20 | |
Episode ZERO! An introduction to The Smashing Pumpkast, a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to our favorite band, The Smashing Pumpkins. Frank and Pat break down what the band means to them, what to expect in the show's future(Embrace), and the series of events that led to the Pumpkast's inception. Email us with questions or feedback at thesmashingpumpkast@gmail.com, follow us on twitter @PumpkinsPod and on Instagram @smashingpumpkast. Wanna go for a ride? | |||
| BONUS EPISODE: MADAME ZUZU'S SIAMESE DREAM 30TH ANNIVERSARY ACOUSTIC SHOW | 13 Oct 2023 | 00:36:45 | |
In this Bonus episode, Frank recounts his very quick trip from Los Angeles to Chicago to catch the special Siamese Dream 30th Anniversary Acoustic show at Madame ZuZu's. This intimate acoustic set recreated the band's Tower Records in-store appearance at midnight, on July 27, 1993, for the release of Siamese Dream (plus some extra goodies). Over that special weekend, Madame ZuZu's transformed into a Tower Records throwback with tons of Siamese Dream and Tower Records-themed merch. It was a whirlwind experience that Frank will never forget. Very special thanks to Kim, Andy, Jeff, Owen, John and Mandy! How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Bluesky: @smashingpumpkast Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast | |||
| PATREON UNLOCKED: VIEUPHORIA COMMENTRARY TRACK | 05 Oct 2023 | 01:54:45 | |
While you wait for new episodes of the Pumpkast, we decided to unlock one of our Patreon goodies. In celebration of the 29th anniversary of Vieuphoria, we have decided to release the audio from our Vieuphoria commentary. If you want to watch the video with our commentary (all in one), you can do so on our Patreon. Otherwise, fire up your old VHS or DVD copy (or rip), and follow along with us. Thanks for all your support and your patience! How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| JIMMY CHAMBERLIN COMPLEX - HONOR EP | 08 Sep 2023 | 00:48:49 | |
Today on the Pumpkast, Frank and Pat discuss the 2020 EP, "Honor", from the Jimmy Chamberlin Complex! Look, you already know 90% of this episode will be us just praising Chamberlin. We discuss Jimmy's version of "the talk", why the EP is a perfect length and how this EP stands up there with JCC/Chamberlin's best solo work thanks to a powerfully eclectic and talented crew (including long-time collaborator and musical savant Billy Mohler). Also, we put it out into the Universe and keep our fingers crossed for Jimmy to pay a visit to the Pumpkast before the year is done. May the Pumpkin Gods smile upon us! How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN - COTILLIONS w/ PAM FISHER | 09 Aug 2023 | 03:27:12 | |
In 2019, Billy Corgan released his 3rd solo album (2nd under the name William Patrick Corgan), "Cotillions". A double-album written in 2017 during Thirty Days – a month-long journey Corgan took across America. For this album, Frank needed a special guest who has a particular affinity for the album and all things Pumpkins and WPC. Enter the Pumpkin Queen herself, Pam Fisher! Frank and Pam dub this album "Cosmic Country" and navigate the starry country backroads that inspired this special album. They discuss "complexity couched in simplicity", WPC's family history connection to E.T. and Gremlins, identity & history (and where the two meet), "Big G", pitching a kid's book to WPC based on "Neptulius" and romanticization vs the dark truth of American history and distilling how you feel about the two. We also show some love for the wonderful Katie Cole, the diverse embarrassment of riches in the Corgan/SP catalog and even a bit of Duran Duran. How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| 30 Years of Siamese Dream w/ Jacob Givens | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:35:32 | |
Today (pun intended) marks the 30th Anniversary of the seminal Pumpkins album Siamese Dream. Joining Frank to discuss the anniversary of Siamese Dream is someone who is no stranger to the Pumpkins community, Jacob Givens! We reminisce about our memories of hearing the album for the first time and the lasting impact it's had 30 years later. Happy 30th, Siamese Dream! (apologies for some of the wonky Zoom audio) How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS: SP ADMIN CORRINE LUXON Q& A | 30 Jun 2023 | 00:47:50 | |
SP Admin Corrine Luxon was kind enough to stick around after our last episode to answer some questions! We talk Machina (of course), SP merch and even a little bit about her personal life. We appreciate all the hard work and love Corrine puts into her work with the Pumpkins camp (and hopefully you do too!). How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| ADORE 25TH ANNIVERSARY w/ CORRINE LUXON | 22 Jun 2023 | 01:30:45 | |
On June 2nd, 2023, Adore turned 25. In honor of this special anniversary, Frank chats with SP Admin Corrine Luxon about her special connection to the album and the ever-growing love and admiration for the album from fans (some would even say "adore"?). It's a wonderful conversation that will continue into a bonus episode where Corrine was kind enough to answer some listener questions. Look out for that bonus episode soon! Happy 25th Anniversary, Adore! How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BILLY CORGAN'S ADVENTURES IN CARNYLAND w/ MATTHEW NANES | 25 Jun 2024 | 01:49:44 | |
Kyle's gonna Kyle, and the Smashing Pumpkast is gonna 'kast! Frank puts his distaste of reality shows aside and enters the funhouse that is- "Billy Corgan's Adventures in Carnyland"! Joining Frank in the 'kast ring is Pumpkinhead and wrestling enthusiast Matthew Nanes! Frank and Matthew discuss WPC's business side, the difference between "fake" and "scripted", the benefits of having talent from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, recognizing wrestlers in comedy sketches, blue skying a Pumpkins dating app and so much more. Frank even makes a small cameo in the series (unfortunately not as the flower girl at Billy and Chloe's wedding). "Return the faith" and get on the mat with the 'kast! Support the 'kast! MERCH Our PATREON buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Bluesky: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| SHINY AND OH SO BRIGHT - VOL. 1 / LP: NO PAST. NO FUTURE. NO SUN. w/ Evangelina Sanchez | 09 Jun 2023 | 02:33:26 | |
In 2018, it was announced that James Iha and Jimmy Chamberlin would rejoin The Smashing Pumpkins. A tour and new music (produced by Rick Rubin), were announced to celebrate the reunion. Those Rick Rubin sessions were originally conceived as 2 EPs, but over time it became an album (or not according to Billy?). The result was Shiny and Oh So Bright - Vol. 1 / LP: No Past. No Future. No Sun. Joining Frank to discuss SAOSBV1LPNPNFNS is fellow Pumpkinhead Evangelina Sanchez! Evangelina and Frank discuss the feeling of being all "alone - together" as Pumpkins fans, how Shiny fits into the ATUM storyline, being a creative trying to rise above your mammoth past, a wishlist of Shiny songs to hear live, modern production pros and cons and Solara speaking to why we gravitate towards the Pumpkins. While some fans heralded the return, others were dismissive. It's an album that has a complicated history with fans, critics...and possibly the band? But much like Monuments To An Elegy, there's a lot here to still dig into and enjoy. Will the "Woahwoahwoahwoahwoahwhoah" crowd rise?! Become the owl at midnight!
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| BONUS EPISODE: Adore 25TH Anniversary - Howard Willing Shares An Adore Memory | 03 Jun 2023 | 00:05:58 | |
Happy Adore 25th Anniversary! Frank recently had a chat with Pumpkins producer, engineer and mixer, Howard Willing, and one topic that came up was his experience working on Adore. We thought it would be fitting to share a snippet from this interview in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Adore. The rest of the interview, plus a proper Adore 25th Anniversary episode will be out later this month. How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| JIMMY CHAMBERLIN COMPLEX: THE PARABLE w/ Patreon Member Joe | 17 May 2023 | 01:06:21 | |
In 2017, the wheels were in motion for Jimmy Chamberlin's return to the Smashing Pumpkins. But before his triumphant return to the Pumpkins, he returned with his other band, the "Jimmy Chamberlin Complex" and released his 2nd JCC album titled "The Parable". A jazz/fusion itch Jimmy gets to scratch outside of the Pumpkins. Joining Frank as guest co-host (returning from the SKYSAW episode) is Patreon member Joe! We talk about the more jazz/fusion angle "The Parable" takes as opposed to the jazz/alternative rock feel of SKYSAW and "Life Begins Again", Sarsten Noice's art for the album and how it associates with its themes (and with Jimmy) and we heap tons of praises, as always, for Jimmy's incredible skills. How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN - OGILALA w/ DR. THOMAS WHITFIELD | 03 May 2023 | 03:34:45 | |
In 2017, Billy Corgan released his 2nd solo album, "Ogilala", but this time under the name William Patrick Corgan and with a much more organic and stripped-down sound. It's an album containing some of Corgan's best work and illustrates the power of his songwriting and ability to bend and shape the core of a song into the sound he envisions. Joining Frank as guest co-host is a long-time friend and Pumpkinhead, Dr. Thomas Whitfield. Thomas digs deep and uses his Ph.D. to help break down the lyrics with surgical detail. If getting super in-depth and nerdy diving into WPC lyrics is your bag, then this episode is for you! Frank and Thomas discuss being wary of people who aren’t passionate about something/anything, hiding Mellon Collie and the Goosebumps books from religious parents, seeds of CYR and ATUM found in Ogilala and Thomas' “Special K” experience with the album. Plus a quick chat about the gorgeous short film, Pillbox, co-directed by Linda Strawberry. How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| MONUMENTS TO AN ELEGY w/ STEPHEN PATRICK ZAPATA-KELLY | 05 Apr 2023 | 01:39:29 | |
And then there were two. With the departure of Mike Byrne and Nicole Fiorentino, Corgan led the charge with guitarist Jeff Schroeder to make 2014's Monuments To An Elegy. An album with nods to its rock past as well as the Pumpkins' synthy future. Joining Frank as guest co-host to do a track-by-track breakdown of this album is former guest of the 'kast, Stephen Patrick Zapata-Kelly! Down a drummer, Corgan & Schroeder turned to Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee for an assist to achieve the bombastic and skilled attack needed to match the energy of the songs (as well as Rage Against The Machine's Brad Wilk on drums and The Killer's Mark Stoermer on bass for live shows). As the Teargarden project aspirations faded away (and with the subsequent abandonment of the Day For Night album), the future of the Pumpkins was looking dire once again. Luckily, time has shown that the Pumpkins are still going strong and with hindsight, a revisit of Monuments yields great rewards. Especially for fans who may not love the sounds of CYR or Atum (even though we get some glances in a few of Monuments' tracks). Ultimately, Monuments is an album that Stephen and Frank agree is "like a good slice of pizza". Lover, you're strange if you miss this episode! How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| JACK BATES: CHAPTER 3 – BASS-ABELLUM | 24 Mar 2023 | 00:58:10 | |
Pardon our John Wick nod in the title, but another badass, Jack Bates, is making his third appearance on the 'kast! Jack joins Frank to discuss the Spirits on Fire Tour, the Mexico City World is a Vampire Festival, the upcoming Australian tour and so much more! How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS: OCEANIA 2012 AUSTRALIAN TOUR W/ SIMON MATELJAN OF OZPHORIA | 10 Mar 2023 | 01:41:06 | |
Simon Mateljan of Ozphoria joins Frank to discuss his experience with the 2012 Oceania Australian tour! (Link for Wil Anderson interview mentioned in the show HERE.) How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| OCEANIA | 17 Feb 2023 | 02:20:25 | |
Yod He Vau He Om, Pumpkinheads! Today on the 'kast, we cover the critically acclaimed, post-reformation fan-favorite album OCEANIA! An album so special, Frank and Pat just had to assemble in person at Pumpkast HQ to dive head first into its briny depths. Frank and Pat discuss "deep" concepts like the "God umbrella," the beautiful truth of the lyric, "everything I want is free," and the spiritual connection "Pale Horse" has to "Adore." All that plus a possible nod to the Italian horror classic "Suspiria" and some speculation as to exactly what kind of "Special K" we're talking about on "The Celestials" (wouldn't be the first time Billy made reference to a beloved breakfast food – Pop Tarts, anyone?). We also thoroughly sing the praises of this incarnation of the band, which included Jeff "The Shredder" Schroeder, Mike Byrne's undeniable drum chops and the incredible bass contributions and backing vocals of Nicole Fiorentino. We hope you love this episode "101 percent"! How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| Oceania Intro & History w/ Kim Rosas | 15 Feb 2023 | 01:25:01 | |
Before we dive in for the track-by-track breakdown of Oceania, we take some time to cover the history of the album and this particular era of the Pumpkins. Joining Frank as guest co-host this episode is previous Pumpkast roundtable guest and dedicated Pumpkinhead Kim Rosas! In addition to covering the history of the Oceania era, Frank & Kim discuss their Pumpkin fandom around 2012 (and now), what it was like waiting for the song you wanted to listen to/record on the radio in the 90s, an unusual gymnasium SP show at the Florida State Fair and how the music of Billy/SP feels like fate and why we're devout members of the Church of Pumpkins (Churchkins?). Plus, we give mad props to the impossible task Mike Byrne found himself in and throw in some much-deserved love and praise for bassist Nicole Fiorentino and guitarist Jeff Schroeder. It's a special and unique era for the Pumpkins that over time (as usual) finally got the love and recognition it deserves. How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| JAMES IHA - LOOK TO THE SKY + Bonus Tracks w/ David Jepsen | 30 Dec 2022 | 01:57:03 | |
We end 2022 by covering the 2012 James Iha solo album "Look To The Sky", the sonically ambitious follow-up to Iha's first solo album "Let It Come Down". Pat remains out and Frank battles a cold but here to help Frank cover this overlooked gem is Patreon member and Aussie Pumpkinhead David Jepsen! We talk about the album's excellent production, James gettin' sleazy by aping Iggy Pop, "Sad Happy Songs" and the incredible stable of James' talented friends appearing on the album including Karen O & Nick Zinner of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Adam Schlesinger of Fountains of Wayne, Nina Persson of The Cardigans, Sara Quin of Tegan and Sara, Mike Garson, Tom Verlaine of Television and Nathan Larson of Shudder to Think. Pump this 'kast while your eyes are glued on a valium gloomy day! How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS EPISODE: TALEEN KALI / AVA ADORE COVER | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:24:50 | |
On this special Bonus episode of The Smashing Pumpkast, we talk to L.A. musician Taleen Kali and her band's latest single - a cover of SP's "Ava Adore"! We also discuss the upcoming Dum Dum Fest, her connection to former Pumpkins guitarist Jeff Schroeder, a West Coast Tour with Ringo Deathstarr and more. We know you'll *adore* this chat. Support the 'kast! MERCH Our PATREON buymeacoffee.com/Pumpkast Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Instagram: @smashingpumpkast Bluesky: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| SKYSAW- GREAT CIVILIZATIONS w/ Patreon member Joe | 23 Dec 2022 | 01:26:57 | |
In 2008 Jimmy Chamberlin decided to walk away from the Pumpkins in order to focus on family and other projects. One of those projects was the short-lived Skysaw (originally named "This"). In 2011 Skysaw released its first and only full-length album "Great Civilizations", which mixes prog, alternative and a little country and jazz? Joining Frank to discuss this album is guest co-host and Pumpkast Patreon member "Joe". In this episode they discuss Jimmy's essential instincts to provide what's best for a song, subtle nods to "Disintegration" and what exactly is the secret in Mike Reina's pocket? One thing's for sure, "Jimmy is Gandalf". How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS: The Tarot and Teargarden w/ Diana Dagaz of Mystic Mixtape | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:45:12 | |
Our Teargarden coverage is coming to a close, but before we move forward on the Pumpkin/WPC timeline, Frank chats with Diana Dagaz from Mystic Mixtape about Teargarden's connections to the Tarot as well as other interesting topics related to the album, WPC, the Pumpkins (and our lives). How to support the 'kast: NEW ! MERCH Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| BONUS: Super Quick thoughts on Billy Corgan solo acoustic KROQ performance, Hollywood Bowl show and ATUM Vol 1 | 24 Nov 2022 | 00:06:43 | |
Frank and Pat were fortunate enough to catch an intimate Q&A/Acoustic set with Billy Corgan at the KROQ DTS Sound Space and decided to record an impromptu Bonus episode giving out a quick and brief recap of the KROQ acoustic set, the Hollywood Bowl show and first impressions of ATUM Vol 1. How to support the 'kast: Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||
| TEARGARDEN BY KALEIDYSCOPE w/ James Young | 23 Nov 2022 | 02:25:26 | |
On this episode of The Smashing Pumpkast, we do a track-by-track deep dive into the often-overlooked Teargarden By Kaleidyscope! Joining Frank as guest co-host this episode is James Young! We talk the psych yet Zep influence of Vol 1. , the colossal shoes Mike Byrne had to fill and how he may have unfairly been judged at the time, the nods to Oceania to come and Frank has a profound breakthrough thanks to "A Stitch In Time". We are one of many...fans of these songs! How to support the 'kast: Please rate and review us! Follow us on the socials: Twitter: @PumpkinsPodcast Instagram: @smashingpumpkast TikTok: @smashingpumpkast | |||