The Smashing Pumpkins
Strengths:
Billy Corgan is one of the most creative minds in Alternative Rock. Suggesting art and expiriment above the radio formulas and drohl riffs of his contemporaries, Billy's music and distictive vocals rise above the (now) boring Alternative Rock scene. Capable of big riffs, serious grinds and pleasing ballads, the Pumpkins were (and altough some contest, are) an act to remember.
Weaknesses:
The lyrics.. which often times sound cliche or sophmoric. Although his lyrical prowess has improved, Corgan's poetry has often had a negitive influence on the band. Another point of contempt is Corgan's inability to keep a band together. Fans agree that the original line up will always be best, and in the rock albums where he is absent, Jimmy Chamberlin's drumming is sorely missed.
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