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The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganMalcolm McDowell | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with screen icon Malcolm McDowell for a masterclass on craft and legacy—from Lindsay Anderson’s “If” to becoming Stanley Kubrick’s Alex in “A Clockwork Orange”. McDowell shares the real casting story, Kubrick’s process, why “2001” still stuns, and how a single “trance” look became an era-defining image. They dig into Shakespeare and Olivier lore, Eric Burdon, the redemption of “Caligula”, the charm of “Time After Time”, and hard-won wisdom on dodging typecasting and surviving fame.
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2025-10-151h 30The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganJohn 5 | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with guitar virtuoso John 5 for a charged conversation about music, mastery, and survival. John opens up about his private KISS museum, the TV-music desert that shaped his Telecaster tone, and a grind honed through Rudy Sarzo, Bob Marlette, Rob Halford, and David Lee Roth. He gets raw about grief, discipline, and the ritual of running full Mötley Crüe sets at dawn—how stepping into that legendary band pushed him to new physical and creative extremes—while revisiting Eddie Van Halen’s genius and the chaos of the Marilyn Manson years. Learn mo...
2025-10-081h 29The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganYungblud | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with Yungblud (Dom Harrison) at a pivotal career moment to unpack one of the rarest moves in music: crossing over from pop to rock and making it stick. From storming America’s legendary stages like the Fillmore and Palladium to earning Ozzy & Sharon Osbourne’s blessing in Birmingham, Yungblud reflects on why authenticity can’t be faked, why community matters more than clout, and how rock is finding new life with a new generation. The conversation goes deep into the cultural divide between UK and US audiences, the vision behind his IDOLS era, and his bold choice to re-re...
2025-10-0155 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganDaryl Hall, Part 2 | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan continues his deep dive with Daryl Hall in Part 2, where Daryl opens up about his hitmaking philosophy (“don’t think about it”), the unexpected re-release of She’s Gone, and sharing the stage with icons like David Bowie and Stevie Wonder. He reflects on the creation of Rich Girl, the pressures from Tommy Mottola and Atlantic Records, and the turning point that led Hall & Oates into their legendary 80s run. The conversation gets candid about fame and the industry politics that left Hall feeling “trapped” even at the height of success. He also shares how Live From Daryl’s House b...
2025-09-2442 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganDaryl Hall, Part 1 | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan joins Daryl Hall at home for Part 1 of an expansive conversation on the craft of collaboration, the roots that shaped him, and the long road to “Sara Smile.” Daryl retraces his path from doo-wop street corners and Philly R&B to early sessions with Gamble & Huff and Thom Bell, the Atlantic years with the legendary Ahmet Ertegun and Arif Mardin, a left-turn album with Todd Rundgren, and the creative pivot that set the stage for Hall & Oates’ breakout at RCA. Along the way, he shares candid thoughts on resisting labels, finding joy in collaboration, and what it means to m...
2025-09-1736 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganDevo | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganRecorded live at Madame Zuzu’s Tea Shop and Art Studio in Chicago, Billy Corgan trades stories with DEVO for a lively in-person taping: the ’78 SNL shocker, how de-evolution sprang from art-school mischief, Kent State, and ’60s politics; Neil Young and Human Highway; legendary manager Elliot Roberts; Eno/Bowie studio friction; MTV, “Whip It,” and the corporate machine; General Boy stories; plus AI—the most DEVO tool yet—and why the human touch still wins. A warm, funny night that shows DEVO’s playful subversion still connects across generations.
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2025-09-101h 09The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganJohn Cowsill | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with John Cowsill (The Cowsills) for a deep-cut tour through ’60s pop history, from kitchen-table harmonies and four-set club nights as grade-schoolers to drumming as a nine-year-old on Ed Sullivan. He shares what really happened in the studio on “The Rain, the Park & Other Things” and “Hair,” and the family dynamics that fueled and fractured a once-in-a-generation vocal blend. They also trace John’s path from early Johnny Nash sessions to decades with the Beach Boys, a new duo with wife Vicki Peterson (The Bangles), and fronting The Smithereens. Learn more about your ad cho...
2025-09-031h 20The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganMarilu Henner | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganChicago meets Chicago as Billy Corgan sits down with Marilu Henner to unpack her highly superior autobiographical memory (H.S.A.M.) that can turn a Tuesday from 1972 into a living scene and why her story is bigger than a party trick. From her Logan Square roots (beauty shop in the kitchen, dance school in the backyard), the champions who changed her path, Taxi’s 112 episodes, 112 Friday parties, open-door table reads, and Andy Kaufman’s singular orbit. The pair connect feeling to art including the rain-slick Chicago moment that helped spark “1979.” Old Hollywood drifts through, the Andrews Sisters’ precision harmonies and...
2025-08-271h 25The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganSam Moore | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn what may be one of his final interviews, soul legend Sam Moore (of Sam & Dave) sits down with Billy Corgan for a candid, career-spanning conversation—covering church-born vocals, the Stax vs. Motown divide, and why real bands beat backing tracks. He revisits the accidental origins of Sam & Dave, the studio alchemy with Isaac Hayes and David Porter, and sessions behind “Hold On, I’m Comin’” and the iconic “Play it, Steve!” on “Soul Man.” Moore speaks frankly about industry politics, DJ gatekeeping, tours with Otis Redding, the M.G.’s (Duck Dunn, Al Jackson, Steve Cropper) and his long road from addiction to sobriety.
2025-08-201h 14The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganSteve Vai | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with Steve Vai for a wild ride through arenas, rehearsal rooms, and beehives. They swap stories about outlandish ’80s stage antics, the “gunslinger” spirit of guitar duels, and how obsession, not discipline, fuels mastery. Vai breaks down his early passion for composing, his years with Frank Zappa, the hire wire act of replacing Yngwie Malmsteen and following Eddie Van Halen, plus how to survive the smoky Zen of David Lee Roth during the ‘shred’ years.
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2025-08-131h 26The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganDanny Elfman | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this episode Billy Corgan sits down with musical visionary Danny Elfman. Together they trace his journey from the underground theatrics of the Mystic Knights to fronting Oingo Boingo, and on to scoring over 100 iconic films including Batman, Beetlejuice, and The Nightmare Before Christmas. Danny opens up about his unconventional path into composing, the challenges of being underestimated in both rock and classical circles, working with Tim Burton, and why he thrives on creative resistance. In the end, it’s a conversation about art, identity, and what it means to finally feel seen on your own terms.
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2025-08-061h 09The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganElliot Mintz | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this conversation, I sit down with Elliot Mintz, the man who became John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s closest confidant during their most radical and reclusive years. Elliot shares how a single radio interview turned into hundreds of late-night calls, secret meetings in Ojai, and a front-row seat to Lennon’s life after the Beatles. We talk about government surveillance, artistic risk, and the quiet cost of fame. Elliot reflects on John’s complex relationships with Paul McCartney and Bob Dylan, the making of Some Time in New York City, and the moment John handed him a test pressin...
2025-07-301h 22
Lyrics DecodedEpisode 30 The Claims of Billy CorganSend us a textHOO BOY this one is a ride. Bickle up and give Billy Corgan credit... you'll see. This is fun one. Press play on this week's episode of Lyrics Decoded.https://starlightpr1.com/blog-detail/29204/https://exclaim.ca/music/article/billy_corgan_doubles_down_on_shapeshifter_claims_it_happened_twicehttps://www.nme.com/news/music/billy-corgan-metallica-fuel-awfully-close-to-smashing-pumpkins-song-3821879https://rockcelebrities.net/billy-corgan-confronts-robert-deleo-over-scott-weiland-ripping-off-smashing-pumpkins/https://www.guitarworld.com/news/billy-corgan-butch-vig-stole-guitar-sound-for-nirvana-nevermind https://www.grunge.com/253748/the-truth-about-billy-corgan-and-marilyn-mansons-relationship/ https://loudwire.com/smashing-pumpkins-frontman-billy-corgan-dishes-on-alice-in-chains-nirvana-eddie-vedder/...
2025-07-281h 05The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganPaul Williams | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this episode of TMO, Billy Corgan sits down with songwriting legend Paul Williams for a free‑wheeling conversation that spans astrology, Williams’ nomadic childhood and early hormone therapy, his breakthrough at A&M Records, and the creation of “We’ve Only Just Begun”, sessions with the Wrecking Crew, trading quips with Johnny Carson on The Tonight Show, Williams’ roles in Battle for the Planet of the Apes and Brian De Palma’s cult classic Phantom of the Paradise, and his memorable “Love Boat” theme. Both reflect on struggles with addiction: Williams’ 1989 cocaine‑induced breakdown that led to long‑term sobriety and Corgan’s experience with his...
2025-07-241h 33The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganRick Springfield | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan welcomes Grammy‑winner Rick Springfield for an unfiltered tour through five decades of reinvention: the bubble‑gum‑pink days in the Aussie psych outfit Zoot to Rick’s audacious spin on “Eleanor Rigby,” the labyrinth of visa nightmares and fine‑print contracts that nearly derailed him, his detour into acting that stretched from The Six Million Dollar Man cameos to his star‑making turn as Dr. Noah Drake on General Hospital. Springfield also recounts the marathon climb of “Jessie’s Girl,” the Working Class Dog era, and the brutal mental‑health reset that saved his career and his life.
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2025-07-161h 15The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganMicky Dolenz | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan welcomes Micky Dolenz for a conversation that peels back the curtain on a lifetime in show business. Dolenz explains why he always kept “Micky the TV drummer” separate from the real man, explains how the Monkees were a cast before they were a band, surviving the show’s cancelation and watching the Monkees phenomenon roar back when MTV picked up the reruns. Along the way he revisits his Circus Boy childhood, Boyce & Hart songwriting sessions, Mike Nesmith’s push for creative control, and the boundary-breaking film Head that foreshadowed the indie-film revolution. The result is a candid, inside-out...
2025-07-091h 19The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganJoe Mantegna | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with Joe Mantegna to trace his journey from singing Beatles tunes in his Chicago high-school band The Weasels, playing clubs with acts like Neil Diamond and Chicago, to dodging mob-run venues, goth “Judas” cult fans, and finally finding his groove in theatrical productions of West Side Story, Hair and Godspell. He recalls tiny residual checks, eight-shows-a-week stamina, and how that grind led to a Tony Award and iconic turns in The Godfather Part III, Criminal Minds and The Simpsons.
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2025-07-021h 27The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganGavin Rossdale | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale about Rossdale’s transition from a quiet London childhood and Kings Road punk scene to forging Bush’s blues-free, down-tuned sound. They trace the Pixies’ and Steve Albini’s influence on the breakout album Sixteen Stone, the grunge-era label hurdles, and the craft of matching raw lyrics with arena-sized guitars. Rossdale also reflects on Bush’s upcoming album “I Beat Loneliness”, his cooking show “Dinner With Gavin Rossdale, juggling fatherhood, touring, and mental-health realities while keeping the creative fire alive.
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2025-07-021h 30
russrev1ewsBilly Corgan and the Machines of GodEditor's Note: We mislabeled "KidTigrrr" as "KidPop" and apologize for the error. Check out her music here. Join me and show regular, Mickey, as we review Billy Corgan’s latest side project, Billy Corgan and the Machines of God. Mickey and I attended their only Chicagoland performance at the Taste of Joliet on June 20, 2025. During the episode we review their amazing 2 hour plus set, which honored the anniversaries of Mellon Collie and Machina (5:00). We also review the venue, setlist, crowd, and overall vibe (22:59). Mickey also corrects an embarrassing vocabulary error from episode 7, changing the course of my li...
2025-06-231h 02The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganPaul Stanley Pt 2 | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn Part 2 of this candid conversation, Paul Stanley reflects on 50 years of KISS. Together they dig into the legacy, the criticism, the creativity, and the brotherhood behind the band. From the idea of a KISS biopic and their unmasked Vegas shows to Paul's Soul Station, songwriting, and his admiration for icons like Robert Plant and Steve Marriott.
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2025-06-1858 min
Perfect SummarySummary of Joe Rogan: "2283 – Billy Corgan” #353Joe Rogan converses with Billy Corgan, frontman of The Smashing Pumpkins. It jumps from mafia family stories and secret half-brothers to AI consciousness, stand-up comedy, pro wrestling, and the internal war between authenticity and image. Corgan opens up about his wild childhood, brushes with violence, his fraught relationship with his father, and the psychic weight of fame.Perfect Summary Website — https://perfectsummary.com/Read the summary blog here — https://perfectsummary.com/summary-of-joe-rogan-2283-billy-corgan/Watch the summary YouTube video here — https://youtu.be/VkWAxjT1_tEWatch PerfectSummary YouTube channel here — https://www.youtube...
2025-06-1707 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganPaul Stanley Pt. 1 | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with KISS co-founder Paul Stanley, for Part 1 of a two part conversation that traces the 1998 Halloween “Psycho Circus” reunion at Dodger Stadium to the sold-out “End of the Road” farewell at Madison Square Garden. Paul opens up about old rifts, the fresh spark Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer, brought to the band and how starring in Phantom of the Opera helped him to navigate his own hidden secrets. He also offers hard-won lessons in fitness, therapy, fatherhood, and resilience.
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2025-06-111h 02
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganRobby Krieger | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with legendary Doors guitarist Robby Krieger for an engaging conversation about music, legacy, and the evolving mythology of one of rock's most iconic and shadowy bands. Diving into Krieger's latest musical venture, Robby Krieger and the Soul Savages, and stories from his memoir, Set the Night on Fire. Robby shares songwriting secrets behind classic like "Light My Fire," and navigating creative and personal challenges following Jim Morrison's untimely death. Plus musings over the impact of Oliver Stone’s controversial Doors biopic, and the mystery behind Robbie’s famously stolen guitar.
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2025-06-041h 24
The Vinyl Guide - Podcast for Record CollectorsEp500: Billy Corgan - Record CollectorBilly Corgan discusses his unconventional record collecting philosophy while revealing the complex saga behind the Machina albums, the 25 legendary vinyl copies, the upcoming Machines of God boxset, Mellon Collie vinyl releases and more. Topics Include: Billy working on book for 10 years, restarted multiple times Billy buys lots of records but isn't fussy collector Prioritizes clean vinyl condition over perfect covers or variants Worked at record store in 80s, understands collector mindset Collects obscure major label releases from 60s and 70s Searches for forgotten bands with no online information trace Loves jazz on 10-inch records from late 50...
2025-06-0255 minThe Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music NerdsEp500: Billy Corgan - Record CollectorBilly Corgan discusses his unconventional record collecting philosophy while revealing the complex saga behind the Machina albums, the 25 legendary vinyl copies, the upcoming Machines of God boxset, Mellon Collie vinyl releases and more. Topics Include: Billy working on book for 10 years, restarted multiple times Billy buys lots of records but isn't fussy collector Prioritizes clean vinyl condition over perfect covers or variants Worked at record store in 80s, understands collector mindset Collects obscure major label releases from 60s and 70s Searches for forgotten bands with no online information trace Loves jazz on 10-inch records from late 50...
2025-06-0255 minThe Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music NerdsEp500: Billy Corgan - Record CollectorBilly Corgan discusses his unconventional record collecting philosophy while revealing the complex saga behind the Machina albums, the 25 legendary vinyl copies, the upcoming Machines of God boxset, Mellon Collie vinyl releases and more. Topics Include: Billy working on book for 10 years, restarted multiple times Billy buys lots of records but isn't fussy collector Prioritizes clean vinyl condition over perfect covers or variants Worked at record store in 80s, understands collector mindset Collects obscure major label releases from 60s and 70s Searches for forgotten bands with no online information trace Loves jazz on 10-inch records from late 50...
2025-06-0255 min
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganZakk Wylde | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with legendary guitarist Zakk Wylde to discuss their shared love of classic rock influences like Sabbath, Hendrix, and Elton John, and the challenges of forging an original sound in the shadow of greats like Eddie Van Halen and Randy Rhoads. Zakk opens up about his time with Ozzy Osbourne, the evolution of his playing style, his influences, and the brotherhood of musicians. The conversation also touches on the impact of Pantera, Zakk’s tribute performances for Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul, and the spirit of perseverance that drives his career.
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2025-05-281h 28
Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... NashvilleBilly Corgan's Evolution: Smashing Pumpkins journeyBilly Corgan, frontman of Smashing Pumpkins, shares his journey from rock star to wrestling promoter while reflecting on music industry transformations. Through conversations about his current projects and upcoming tours, Corgan reveals how he's maintained creative control and relevance over a four-decade career spanning 600+ songs.
• Working on Melancholy 30th anniversary recordings and preparing for special shows at Chicago's Lyric Opera
• Planning multiple tours including solo shows under "Machines of God" and Smashing Pumpkins European tour
• Navigating the shift from record label control to artist-driven business models
• Witnessing younger audiences discover the band through streaming services...
2025-05-2824 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganSusan Olsen | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this wide-ranging conversation, Billy delves into Susan Olsen’s life before, during and after The Brady Bunch. They trace her path from six-year-old Gunsmoke guest to Cindy Brady, unpacking the Brady casting process, on-set dynamics, the short-lived Brady Bunch Variety Hour, and the realities of childhood fame—stage fright, typecasting, and why therapists still use Brady reruns with kids. They swap vintage-TV lore (Pat Boone, Don Ho, “fake Jan”), explore the show’s appeal to Gen X latch-key viewers, and discuss how those lessons inform Olsen’s work running a performing-arts school today Learn more about your ad...
2025-05-211h 14
Dave PlierChicago’s own Billy Corgan: Summer’s The Machines of God concerts, Smashing Pumpkins oversees tour, collab with The Lyric Opera
Smashing Pumpkins’ own Billy Corgan joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about his new solo tour with newly formed band The Machines of God, upcoming concerts overseas, his upcoming collaboration this fall with The Lyric Opera of Chicago, expanding his family, and Billy’s world of wrestling.
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2025-05-1700 min
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganMark Laita - Soft White Underbelly | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with Soft White Underbelly creator Mark Laita for a probing, in‑depth talk about why Laita documents society’s “invisible” people. Laita traces the project back to his Chicago‑area upbringing, teen fascination with street life, and long career as an ad and music photographer. He describes approaching subjects without judgment, the adrenaline of gaining their trust, and the hard lesson that most don’t want help. The pair dig into systemic roots of homelessness and addiction, the fentanyl surge, why real reform must start with kids’ self‑worth, and the limits of charity. They also touch on ethics, Stu...
2025-05-141h 13
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganAl Jourgensen | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with musical trailblazer Al Jourgensen for an unvarnished dive into four decades of boundary‑pushing music. Jourgensen walks through Wax Trax’s cash‑on‑the‑table sessions, the house‑mix side hustles at Chicago Trax, he unpacks leaving Arista via bankruptcy, reclaiming control on Twitch, and bringing Paul Barker back for what he insists will be Ministry’s final record and tour; the pair compare production habits and trade stories about Timothy Leary’s psychedelic “experiments,” psilocybin‑fueled hangs with Gary Numan, and the grind of touring versus the lure of studio life; they trace the influence of the Chicago scene on c...
2025-05-071h 22The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganCarnie Wilson | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this episode, Billy Corgan sits down with Carnie Wilson for a frank, wide-ranging conversation that moves from childhood memories of blasting the family stereo with the Carpenters and Elton John to what it was really like growing up amid the Beach Boys’ orbit—falling asleep under control-room consoles while her dad and uncles spun out other-worldly harmonies. Carnie explains how that whirlwind of studio sessions, surfboard logos and late-night vocal stacks shaped her own ear, why she still relies on co-writers, and how Glen Ballard helped transform teenage harmony sessions into multi-platinum hits like “Hold On.” She opens up about A...
2025-04-301h 42The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganDean and Robert DeLeo | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with Stone Temple Pilots’ Robert and Dean DeLeo for a frank, fast‑moving sweep across three decades of rock—scraping video budgets in the “last‑of‑the‑Mohicans” label era, MTV premieres, weathering addictions, lineup shocks, and even a near‑fatal on‑stage heart attack. Early rivalry dissolves into respect as Corgan applauds the brothers’ “guitar‑and‑bass telepathy,” the distinctly Americana road‑trip vibe woven through STP’s catalog, and Brendan O’Brien’s whirlwind sessions that bottled it all. Together they savor Scott Weiland’s genre‑hopping voice, honor Chester Bennington and Jeff Gutt, and admit that—older and battle‑scarred, t...
2025-04-231h 27
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganDale Bozzio | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this lively and revealing conversation, Billy Corgan sits down with Dale Bozzio, lead singer of the hightly influential 1980s band Missing Person, to explore the remarkable journey that shaped her creative life. Dale candidly traces her start as a fearless spirit raised in Boston, recalling how Frank Zappa discovered her, encouraged her bold vocal style, and effectively jumpstarted her career. She reflects on her near-fatal accident, time spent as a Playboy Bunny, her relationships with boundary-pushing figures like Prince, navigating a male-dominated industry and her fierce determination to stay true to her own artistic voice rather than conform to...
2025-04-171h 31
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganCarrot Top | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan chats with Carrot Top about the evolution of his unique brand of comedy, tracing the path from a shy kid fascinated by joke structure to a veteran headliner with nearly two decades on the Las Vegas stage. Carrot Top describes the early challenges of being dismissed by club owners and even his own father, as well as the thrill and pressure of eventually selling out theaters and perfecting an act that combines classic stand-up with show-stopping visual flair. Their conversation explores the delicate balance between chasing approval, embracing creative freedom, and finding genuine joy in making people...
2025-04-091h 37
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganRichie Sambora | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this candid, in-depth conversation, Billy Corgan sits down with legendary guitarist, singer, and songwriter Richie Sambora. Together they dig into how success comes at different speeds, the real story behind life in Bon Jovi, and the balancing act that happens once the show is over and you head back home to family. They talk about cutting tracks in the old days, the headspace it takes to perform for 80,000 fans, and what truly matters when the stage lights go down. Richie’s honesty reveals a side of him few get to see—how fatherhood, heartbreak, and a raw passion for...
2025-04-021h 05The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganCorey Feldman | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this episode, Billy Corgan welcomes Corey Feldman for a raw, often eye-opening conversation that transcends Corey’s iconic 80s filmography and exposes the deeper realities of life in the spotlight. Feldman shares intimate stories of survival—addiction, broken industry promises, and tabloid oversimplifications—while describing his unshakable creative passion for music. Billy digs into the near-miss roles, business pitfalls, and the resolve that drives Corey’s artistry while Feldman reflects on standing his ground after childhood fame robbed him of normalcy, grappling with public sobriety, and forging a musical path—critics be damned.If you thi...
2025-03-261h 15
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganPat Benatar & Neil Giraldo | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganIn this candid conversation Billy Corgan sits down with Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo who lay bare the real stories behind 45 years of music, marriage, and refusing to play by anyone else’s rules. They reflect on their Roman Catholic upbringings—incense, confessions, and all—and how that shaped them as restless creatives unwilling to settle. From the powerful genesis of “Hell Is for Children” to the revelation that struck when Pat first heard Neil’s guitar, they describe forging a distinct rock identity with no safety net. They also get frank about living out of a Winnebago with a newborn in t...
2025-03-191h 35
Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin RichmondBilly CorganIn the 30-plus years since Billy Corgan hit it big as the lead singer/songwriter of The Smashing Pumpkins, he’s become many things including the owner of the National Wrestling Alliance, a father and a husband, and an outspoken advocate of free speech through appearances on divisive podcasts hosted by Alex Jones, Joe Rogan, and Bill Maher. Proving to be both eloquent and controversial, Billy is now hosting his own long form interview podcast called "The Magnificent Others" where he interviews music industry heavyweights like Tom Morello, Sharon Osbourne, and Gene Simmons. On today’s ep...
2025-03-181h 15
Tuna on Toast with StrykerTuna on Toast with Billy Corgan - Smashing PumpkinsOn this episode of Tuna On Toast, Stryker interviews Smashing Pumpkins singer Billy Corgan. Billy offers a deep dive into the band’s latest album, Aghori Mhori Mei, while offering insight into the dynamic between himself, James Iha and Jimmy Chamberlin. Billy also discusses Smashing Pumpkins’ tour with Green Day, the way music consumption has changed over his career, and the Corgan family rule on curse words. Subscribe to Tuna On Toast, follow @TedStryker on socials and thank you for listening!
2025-03-1218 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganHowie Mandel | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan welcomes Howie Mandel for a revealing conversation that looks beyond the spotlight. Howie candidly discusses living with ADHD, OCD, and germophobia—often mistaken for comedic quirks—and explains why stand-up remains his most honest outlet, despite its nerve-wracking edge. They explore how childhood experiences drove Howie’s need for control, prompting him to build his own studio and work with family. He admits medication helps him function but sometimes numbs his emotions, and while hosting “Deal or No Deal” revived his career, it also overshadowed his identity as a comedian. Ultimately, he emphasizes that comedy and tragedy share the sa...
2025-03-121h 14
Listener LandBilly Corgan’s Secret Supergroup? The Next Big ThingBilly Corgan has joined a secret supergroup, could this be the next rock powerhouse? In this episode of Listener Land, we break down what we know so far about this new band and why it could be a game-changer for rock music.But that’s not all:🎸 Ozzy Osbourne’s Pirates of the Caribbean story— Sharon’s hidden revelation🎶 The first-ever song recognized by Shazam—bet you won’t guess it!🏆 Grammys drama—Billie Eilish’s rough night and Taylor Swift’s latest record-breaking moment🍺 Lidl opening a pub inside a Northern Ireland store—genius or terrible idea?🤘 The most iconic album of all time—our d...
2025-03-0641 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganDiane Warren | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with legendary songwriter Diane Warren for an unfiltered conversation about her relentless work ethic, creative process, and groundbreaking career. Warren opens up about her daily routine, the organized chaos of her longtime writing space ("The Cave"), and her strong preference for working alone. They explore how the music industry has shifted from talent-driven opportunities to data-driven metrics like TikTok trends, why true artistry isn’t about following trends, how resilience, defying doubt, and proving people wrong are ongoing themes in her music and much more.Watch The Magnificent Others on Yo...
2025-03-0552 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Wolfgang Van Halen Has a Candid Talk with Billy Corgan! #mammothwvh 2/27/25WOLFGANG VAN HALEN INTERVIEWED BY BILLY CORGAN! 🚨
On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into Billy Corgan’s new show, The Magnificent Others, where he interviews Wolfgang Van Halen! 🎸🔥
Wolfgang opens up about touring, his albums, and personal memories of his father, Eddie Van Halen. This is a must-watch for Van Halen fans!
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2025-02-2713 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganWolfgang Van Halen | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with Wolfgang Van Halen for a candid and far-reaching conversation about music, identity, and forging a creative path in the long shadow of one of rock’s greatest legends. Wolfgang opens up about his drive to earn every opportunity on his own merits, reflecting on the dual realities of carrying a famous name and longing simply to be recognized as a credible musician. He talks about his musical foundation—from pounding out blink-182 drum fills to honing a powerful and versatile lead vocal style—and how those early passions shaped the sound of Mammoth. He dives...
2025-02-2659 minThe Magnificent Others with Billy CorganSharon Osbourne | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with the iconic Sharon Osbourne—manager extraordinaire, TV personality, and the formidable force behind Ozzy Osbourne’s enduring career. Sharon opens up about her incredible life in show business, starting with childhood memories of her father, notorious music impresario Don Arden, and all the mischief and magic that came with growing up around rock legends like Gene Vincent, Little Richard, and the Small Faces. Billy and Sharon also dive deep into the early days of Black Sabbath: from Ozzy’s first London gigs and sweaty club shows to the challenges and triumphs that...
2025-02-191h 34The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganTom Morello | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with Rage Against the Machine co-founder Tom Morello to trace the path from Tom’s earliest days as a KISS-obsessed comic-book devotee to his rise as a musical agitator on the biggest stages in rock.Tom reveals how dropping into the Sunset Strip glam scene led to a short-lived major-label deal that taught him never to compromise his artistry. He recalls the explosive formation of RATM, “a ring of power that drives men mad”—and dives deep into why Rage’s politically charged fusion shook the world. You’ll also hear about h...
2025-02-121h 19The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganGene Simmons | The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganBilly Corgan sits down with the one and only Gene Simmons to probe beyond the kabuki makeup and monster riffs that made KISS a household name. From celebrating Gene’s triumphant final shows at Madison Square Garden to dissecting the band’s forays into disco and beyond, Gene opens up about his earliest days hustling in rat-infested lofts, his eye for shameless self-promotion, and the emotional weight of saying goodbye to a stage persona that defined millions of childhoods—including Billy’s. Meanwhile, Billy holds Gene’s feet to the fire on everything from KISS’s critical underestimation to the creative inte...
2025-02-051h 24
The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganTrailer: The Magnificent Others with Billy CorganWelcome to The Magnificent Others, the podcast where host Billy Corgan engages in profound conversations with extraordinary individuals who have reached the pinnacle of success in their respective fields. In each episode, Billy delves into the stories and insights of high achievers, exploring the multifaceted journey that leads to greatness.Watch The Magnificent Others on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BillyCorganTMO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-01-3101 min
Howie Mandel Does Stuff PodcastFamily Reunion with Bill Burr & Billy CorganBill Burr is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and podcaster. He has released multiple stand-up comedy specials, including You People Are All the Same, I'm Sorry You Feel That Way, Walk Your Way Out, and Paper Tiger & Drop Dead Years Coming March 14, 2025 on Hulu. Billy Corgan Jr. is an American guitarist, Bill Burr's Half Brother, 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.Howie Mandel Does Stuff...
2025-01-2153 min
Howie Mandel Does Stuff PodcastFamily Reunion with Bill Burr & Billy CorganBill Burr is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and podcaster. He has released multiple stand-up comedy specials, including You People Are All the Same, I'm Sorry You Feel That Way, Walk Your Way Out, and Paper Tiger & Drop Dead Years Coming March 14, 2025 on Hulu. Billy Corgan Jr. is an American guitarist, Bill Burr's Half Brother, 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.Howie Mandel Does Stuff...
2025-01-2153 min
TalKin with TopherTwT #248 | Happy New Year | Bill Burr & Billy Corgan Brothers | Hope for 2025 | DronesOfficial Emailtalkinwithtopher@gmail.com**Tee Shirts still available**----Email me with size---- SALE $15.00 any size, + shippingTopher's Social Media(linktr.ee) https://linktr.ee/talkinwithtopher(instagram) https://www.instagram.com/talkinwithtopher/?hl=en(twitter) https://twitter.com/_conderman(snap chat) https://www.snapchat.com/add/cconderman?share_id=HiV14moKPns&locale=en-US(tik tok) https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinwithtopher?lang=en(Facebook) https://www.facebook.com/christopher.condermanTime Stamps(00:00:00) Start(00:01...
2025-01-011h 00
Howie Mandel Does Stuff PodcastAre Billy Corgan and Bill Burr Brothers?Billy Corgan is an American singer, guitarist, 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.Howie Mandel Does Stuff available on every podcast platformVisit the Official Howie Mandel Website for more: https://www.howiemandel.com/Howie Mandel Does Stuff Merchandise available on Amazon.com here https://www.amazon.com/shop/howiemandeldoesstuffJoin the "Official Howie Mandel Does Stuff"...
2024-11-261h 05
Kyle Meredith With...Rewind: Billy Corgan on The Smashing Pumpkins, His Solo Work, and Fighting for Alternative MusicIn this special Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith With..., Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins joins the conversation for two interviews, one from 2015 and another from 2017. In the first interview, Corgan discusses the band's album Monuments to an Elegy, part of the ambitious Teargarden by Kaleidyscope project. He reflects on the album's concise pop sound, his competition with modern pop stars, and the state of alternative rock, remarking on the rise of EDM and the challenge for rock to keep up. He also shares insights into his creative process and the drive that has kept him continuously writing new...
2024-11-0226 minDave PlierDave Plier and Billy Corgan share memories of ‘Bozo’s Circus’
The Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan stops by the studio to share memories with Dave Plier about WGN-TV’s legendary “Bozo’s Circus” and discuss the upcoming weekend of Bozo fun at Madame Zuzu’s in Highland Park, October 18-20. They also discuss the band’s upcoming Latin America tour and more.
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The Allison Hagendorf ShowBilly Corgan on baby #3, new Smashing Pumpkins, life lessons & legacyAllison welcomes back Billy Corgan, frontman of the GRAMMY Award-winning band, The Smashing Pumpkins, who truly helped shape the course of Alternative music and culture. In addition to being an esteemed musician, he is a wrestling promoter, poet, podcast host, cafe owner, and friend. They talk all about married life and his growing family, the current tour with Green Day, the new music, the old music, the National Wrestling Alliance, and ALL the stories in between.• Watch & Subscribe https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf • Listen & Follow: https://link.chtbl.com/TheAllisonHagendorfShow
2024-10-031h 38
Battleground PodcastBilly Corgan on Balancing Art, Legacy & Innovation in Music & WrestlingIn this exclusive interview, Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins and president of the NWA dives deep into the challenges of staying true to his artistic vision while catering to a diverse fanbase. He discusses the evolving role of wrestling with the NWA, the future of the music industry in the streaming era, and how he channels personal experiences into his music. Corgan also explores the parallels between storytelling in songs and wrestling, and the importance of authenticity in a world of quick fame. Don't miss these insights from a true creative visionary!Follow us on social media:
2024-08-3034 min
WMMR - MMaRchives PodcastBilly Corgan Talks New Album, Smashing Pumpkins Tour and Pro WrestlingAhead of his show with Green Day at Citizens Bank Park, Billy Corgan called up Brent Porche at WMMR Philadelphia to give us an idea of what we can expect from the Smashing Pumpkins' stadium set. Billy gave us a run-down of the album Aghori Mhori Mei, which was announced last month and release just two weeks later. The two also covered wrestling, of course, and Billy will be back in our town at the end of August for NWA 76 at 2300 Arena. Join us at the show this Friday 8/9 at the ballpark! Tickets and details...
2024-08-0831 min
The FilterThe Smashing Pumpkins' BILLY CORGAN on Aghori Mhori Mei, Wrestling Biopics, Opening for Green Day!Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins sits down for a special interview with iHeartRadio's Myles Galloway to talk about Aghori Mhori Mei, the concept of the '90s' sound vs how they naturally record. Billy Corgan talks about the state of the record industry, and how music really belongs in the moment these days! Billy Corgan talks about their love of national Canadian Treasure RUSH! Billy Corgan talks about being an opening band for Green Day, and how it's their first opening slot since 1992 opening for Red Hot Chili Peppers on a bill...
2024-08-0410 min
PWTorch DailycastWrestling Coast to Coast - Maitland & McClelland review Billy Corgan's Adventures in CarnylandIn this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland tackle a different kind of wrestling show as they cover the first two episodes of Billy Corgan's Adventures in Carnyland, a reality show about the National Wrestling Alliance and the attempts by Corgan as owner and booker to make a successful wrestling company. Is this show a worthwhile vehicle to introduce viewers to the NWA? Does it reveal much in the way of insider info or booking philosophies? For VIP listeners, Chris and Justin cover the current GCW title situation with two new champs crowned in...
2024-06-131h 01
Pete McMurray ShowRockstar & Wrestling owner Billy Corgan, "My son would like to go to Target every day. That's not an endorsement of Target, that's just his endorsement!"Smashing Pumpkins lead singer and NWA owner Billy Corgan joined us to talk:-How his kids want to go to Target daily-His new reality show, "Billy Corgan's Adventures in Carnyland"-How Billy's wife Chloe steals the show-He grew up watching the Cubs play, now he's playing Wrigley Field this summer with Green Day
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2024-05-2518 min
REINVENTED with Jen EckhartPart Two Exclusive: REINVENTED with Billy Corgan of The Smashing PumpkinsTwo-time Grammy award-winning rock icon, Billy Corgan, known as the front man of one of the most influential bands of all time, The Smashing Pumpkins, makes his highly anticipated return on the hit podcast ‘REINVENTED with Jen Eckhart.’ Hosted by former Fox News journalist and media personality, Jennifer Eckhart, REINVENTED is a podcast series that has garnered acclaim for its inspiring and in-depth interviews with a diverse array of celebrity guests.In this exclusive, in-person sit-down, Corgan and Eckhart take a deep dive into the musician’s abusive childhood, growing up with a heroin addict...
2024-01-231h 36
Christmas CousinsHallmark's 'Christmas in Montana' and Billy Corgan...a natural combo!What do 'Christmas in Montana' and Billy Corgan have in common?
Nothing...but welcome to the interworkings of Cousin Seth's brain! In this epsiode, the Cousins do a (relatively) deep dive into one of Cousin Chad's favorites, 'Christmas in Montana' (written by our recent guest, Julie Sherman Wolfe!).
But before we head to the ranch, we take a detour into Cousin Seth's encounters with Billy Corgan. So what if Seth isn't allowed to be within several hundred feet of Billy now, it can still be discussed!!!
Enjoy!
2024-01-2238 min
TWFSLA Knight’s “Bad Attitude”; Booker T vs. Ahmed Johnson; NWA Talent vs. Billy Corgan | TWFS 11/08/2023Kevin Scampoli and TylaSpida watch Mersh blackout.
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2023-11-083h 17
The Weekly Humorist PodcastThe Parents' Music Resource Center Returns with an Urgent Message: Beware of Billy Corgan This Halloween and Protect Your Pumpkins!Boo! Hello, America. It's us, the Parents' Music Resource Center. We're back with an urgent Halloween PSA. As we outfit our homes and yards with spooky - yet tasteful! - decorations, we encourage everyone to keep an eye out for any funny business. In the year of our Lord 2023, it's not only the risk of razor blades in apples that still demands our vigilance. It's also a musician named Billy Corgan who undoubtedly has violent intentions for any and all pumpkins he comes across. "Why has it taken you so long to speak out about this?" you may wonder. Well...
2023-10-1004 min
It's 1 LouderBilly Corgan Alternative Guitar Magazine Interview 1996What artist or band should I highlight next?Billy Corgan from The Smashing Pumpkins interview taken from page 44 in Guitar World Legends presents No. 18: Alternative Guitar 3. It originally appeared in Guitar School April 1996. Intro music by Witch of November. Billy Corgan, the enigmatic frontman and creative force behind the alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins, has left an indelible mark on the music landscape. Born in 1967, Corgan's distinctive voice and introspective songwriting propelled the band to prominence in the 1990s. Albums like "Siamese Dream" and "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness" showcased his dy...
2023-07-2625 min
Club Random with Bill MaherBilly Corgan | Club Random with Bill MaherBill Maher and Billy Corgan on rock-n-roll urban legends, the very bad thing that happened to the singer of Three Dog Night, how every band has a Connie, why Billy doesn’t behave like a typical rock star, Billy’s dad’s unorthodox career, Billy’s Bob Denver story, and what motivates Elon Musk (it’s not money). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-05-291h 10
Zach Sang ShowBilly CorganZach fell in love AGAIN, Weird Smells We Love, Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins, and more!
Billy Corgan came by to talk about the bands new album ATUM, artificial intelligence in music and the history of the band!
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2023-05-101h 45
The Mistress Carrie PodcastBilly Corgan from The Smashing PumpkinsEpisode #152Billy Corgan from The Smashing Pumpkins is getting ready to release Act 3 of ATUM on Friday 5/5/2023, and is preparing to head out on the World is a Vampire tour with Stone Temple Pilots, Rival Sons, and Interpol. Billy checked in with Mistress Carrie from Australia to talk touring, songwriting, his name, parenting, The Muppets, great art, 90's music, AltRock, Sire Records, Wrestling, Covid, and much more!Episode NotesCheck out the custom playlist for Episode #152 hereFind Billy Corgan online:TwitterInstagramFacebook
2023-05-0332 min
HEAVY Music InterviewsBILLY CORGAN Talks About THE WORLD IS A VAMPIRE FESTIVAL Backstage In BrisbaneInterview by Neville Pearce & Kris PetersThe World Is A Vampire Festival - featuring The Smashing Pumpkins, Jane's Addiction, RedHook, Battlesnake and Amyl & The Sniffers - kicked off last weekend in Brisbane with shows at Eaton's Hill Hotel and Sandstone Point Hotel in Bribie Island.HEAVY celebrated this momentous occasion by joining forces with Neville Pearce from Everblack Podcast to conduct backstage interviews, with this chat with Billy Corgan from The Smashing Pumpkins and his World Champion wrestler Carrie Morton a feature of the day.We start by talking about Corgan's goal in bringing a festival like...
2023-04-1921 min
Everblack PodcastBilly Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins talks NWA, Van Halen, Atum at The World Is A Vampire FestivalThe Everblack Podcast teamed up with Heavy Mag at The World Is A Vampire Festival in Brisbane to talk to Billy Corgan from The Smashing Pumpkins and NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champ Kerry Morton about the current Australian tour and the festivals incredible line up, wrestling, the latest Pumpkins album ‘Atum’, the time Corgan interviewed Eddie Van Halen and more!The World Is A Vampire Festival tour dates : Tuesday, April 18: Hordern Pavilion, Sydney NSW ALL AGES SOLD OUTWednesday, April 19: Hordern Pavilion, Sydney NSW ALL AGES NEW SHOWSaturday, April 22: PICA...
2023-04-1821 min
Under the RingUnder The Ring: Billy Corgan on NWA 312, upcoming benefit for families of Highland Park mass shooting, Smashing Pumpkins world tourToday on Under The Ring: Pro Wrestling Conversations, we're joined once again by the president of the NWA and the frontman for the Smashing Pumpkins, Billy Corgan. NWA, in conjunction with Corgan's business, Madame Zuzu's are doing a series of events in the community to benefit the victims and families of the Highland Park, Illinois mass shooting last July 4. NWA also has a PPV headlined by Tyrus defending the NWA championship against Chris Adonis (formerly Chris Masters). Smashing Pumpkins also recently announced a world tour, some of which will also be featuring NWA pro wrestling matches.
2023-04-0420 minHEAVY Music InterviewsTHE WORLD IS A VAMPIRE FESTIVAL Set To Bite Australia With BILLY CORGAN From SMASHING PUMPKINSBy Erin Eddy,The World Is A Vampire Festival is an amalgamation of music and wrestling, headlined by thelegendary Smashing Pumpkins.HEAVY had the privilege of speaking to the Pumpkins’ main man Billy Corgan in the lead up to this exciting event that will be happening across the country, commencing in Brisbane on April 15.The festival’s line up also includes veterans of alternative rock, Jane’s Addiction, as well as Aussie bands Amyl &The Sniffers, Redhook and Battlesnake, plus local acts opening each show.“For years we’ve talked about the idea of having our...
2023-03-3138 min
PWT VIP RadicanVIP AUDIO 11/9 – Radican Worldwide: Sean Radican interviews Trevor Murdoch about rift between Nick Aldis and Billy Corgan, Empower PPV controversy, current role in NWA, Hard Times 3, more (35 min.)SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)...
SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch columnist Sean Radican is joined by NWA Worlds Hvt. Champion Trevor Murdoch for an exclusive interview ahead of his main event match at NWA Hard Times 3, where he will defend the NWA World Hvt. Championship against Matt Cardona and Tyrus. The interview begins with Murdoch giving his thoughts on the rift that has developed between his friend Nick Aldis and NWA owner Billy Corgan this week after Aldis announced he was leaving the company when his contract expires in January over the weekend. Murdoch also discusses h...
2022-11-1035 minREINVENTED with Jen EckhartREINVENTED with Billy Corgan of The Smashing PumpkinsTODAY IS THE GREATEST DAY -- because Jen sits down with a two-time Grammy award-winning frontman of one of the most influential bands of all time, The Smashing Pumpkins! Despite all his rage, William Patrick Corgan has sold 30 million albums worldwide, and is currently selling out arenas in the U.S. for his “Spirits on Fire” tour. On this week’s episode of REINVENTED, Jen Eckhart and Billy Corgan discuss the self-made musician's influence in shaping the culture of the ‘90s alternative rock movement, as well as his friendly rivalry with Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain. Je...
2022-10-201h 13
It's Mike JonesBilly Corgan: Tour Props, Smashing Pumpkins 'ATUM' album, Animal Charities & Wrestling!Billy Corgan is a busy man! We talked about where tour props go, The Smashing Pumpkins new 33 song album 'ATUM', picking deeper songs for shows, his new podcast 'Thirty-Three With William Patrick Corgan', interviewing other musicians, animal rescue efforts with PAWS Chicago and N.W.A. in the world of professional wrestling!
2022-10-1412 min
Elliot In The Morning, ICYMIBilly Corgan InterviewWilliam Patrick Corgan on with EITM! "I don't want to be that guy, I want to make people happy..." BILLY CORGAN chats with EITM about The Smashing Pumpkins' new rock opera, 'ATUM,' playing club shows, the Highland Park parade shooting, and more
2022-09-2316 min
Wrestle BuddiesBilly Corgan On Elevating NWA And Bringing It Into The Current EraPresident of NWA, Billy Corgan AKA William Patrick Corgan comes on to talk about running the NWA and the upcoming two-night PPV NWA 74. No, we don't talk about Smashing Pumpkins, but we do discuss the weight of the NWA Championship.Follow NWA:https://twitter.com/nwaFollow William Patrick Corgan:https://twitter.com/BillyFollow Wrestle Buddies:http://www.twitter.com/wrestlebuddiesFollow Chris:http://www.twitter.com/chrishaynerFollow Mat:http://www.twitter.com/immatelfring
2022-08-1854 min
Bienvenido a los 90P.855 - Billy Corgan 'Together and Together Again'Recuperamos el directo que Billy Corgan organizó desde su tetería 'Madame Zuzu's' con motivo del tiroteo del 4 de julio en su barrio Highland Park.
Corgan invitó a la artista local Janele Lake quien tocó el arpa. También a la banda Bob Moses, a Billy y Sierra Swan y al cuarteto de jazz de Frank Catalano quien contó con la participación de Jimmy Chamberlin.
Disfruten!
Suenan:
01. Janele Lake
02. Impressions (John Coltrane) - Frank Catalano Quartet + Jimmy Chamberlin + Billy Corgan
03. Don't Be Cruel - Billy & Sierra Swan
Billy Corgan Set 1:
04. Processional
05. Thirty-Three
06. The Celestials
07. Like Lambs
08. Ithax
Billy Corgan Set 2 c...
2022-08-071h 30
The Smashing PumpkastBILLY CORGAN: TheFutureEmbrace + TiltA misunderstood and underappreciated album for its time? Sounds like our Billy! Today on the 'kast we're discussing Billy Corgan's first solo outing, TheFutureEmbrace. An underrated "electronic" (but having more in common with shoegaze) album featuring some refreshing, surprising elements that for whatever reason (many reasons) didn't resonate with the public and some fans at the time. It also didn't help that Billy announced the reformation of the Pumpkins the day of the album's release, possibly undercutting any deeper and repeated dives listeners would have given it. Lucky for you, THE SMASHING PUMPKAST exists and WE'RE taking that deep...
2022-05-112h 19
Frank Talks - The Guitar Club PodcastS02E06 - Billy Corgan The Smashing PumpkinsAvere a che fare con billy corgan e qualcosa di molto interessante. Che si tratti di parlare di musica, oppure di esplorare i misteri di qualche nuova teoria da lui partorita, poco conta: corgan non delude mai. con l’uscita del nuovo “cyr” non potevamo certo lasciarci scappare la possibilita di fargli qualche domanda, e vi diciamo fin da subito che anche in quest’occasione non si e risparmiato in alcun modo.
2021-01-0841 min
And Introducing#81 BILLY CORGAN! (ft. Leslie Lee III)And introducing, on lead vocals, guitar and bass...it’s Mr. Billy Corgan. Yes we’re talking through the legendary frontman and sole consistent member of gen x rock titans Smashing Pumpkins, a person who is constantly portrayed as either alt-rock’s greatest villain or saint, depending on who you’re asking. And today we’re joined by Struggle Sessions Leslie Lee III to dive into some of Mr. Corgan’s most intimate thoughts and feelings about his life and career through the best access we have...his mid-2000’s LiveJournal called simply “BillyBlog”.
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2020-11-061h 44
podcast from hellseason 2 bonus episode 2 - billy corgan wrestling lyrics???season 2 bonus episode 2 - billy corgan wrestling lyrics??? - I discuss a topic that always had me thinking .. smashing pumpkins singer and songwriter, billy corgan owns the national wrestling alliance and it is no secret he’s been a huge wrestling fan .. but did he use wrestling terminology in his lyrics?? I’ll discuss the examples that came to my attention in a very different kinda episode 🤘🏼😈🤘🏼
2020-10-1330 min
Everyone Is RightLeading-Edge Consciousness and Avant-Garde Art (Billy Corgan and Ken Wilber)As many people know, Billy Corgan and Smashing Pumpkins burst on the scene with their first album, Gish, in 1991, which shot to the top of the charts, which is where the Pumpkins remained for a decade, all the harder in that critics considered them “sophisticated,” “complex,” “with great depth,” words usually reserved for artistic success and commercial failure. Billy and the Pumpkins achieved both, as did his next group, Zwan….
In this inside look at this own artistic unfolding, Billy discusses why he formed, and then dissolved, the Pumpkins, and likewise Zwan, as his own artistic crest (or leading edge or avant garde...
2020-06-2532 min
Wrestling DaftEpisode IV | David Lagana (while Billy Corgan drives) v Rab & GradoThis week Rab Florence & Grado catch up with NWA Vice President and former WWE, TNA and Ring of Honour writer David Lagana, while Smashing Pumpkins and NWA owner, Billy Corgan drives the car!
The boys chat about all things NWA, writing with Vince McMahon, the ascension of John Cena and why Billy Corgan refused to call Madonna for Grado!
On the 'List of Wrestling Daft' we are talking entrances with a brilliant insight into how it could have all went very different for Grado.
Plus your 'Bury & Put overs', how Grado ended up in...
2019-11-151h 26
Remotely InterestedRemotely Interested Podcast Special - Billy Corgan, David Marquez And NWA Powerrr TV Studio WrestingBilly Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins took full ownership of the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) on October 1st, 2017. In this special report, Adam Spring sat down with Billy and David Marquez (Championship Wrestling From Hollywood) to discuss TV studio wrestling.This included a new show called NWA Powerrr.
The first set of tapings for Powerrr took place at the GBP Studios in Atlanta on September 30th and October 1st, 2019. It was the first time in circa three decades that televised wrestling was presented to a mainstream audience in this way.
This Remotely Interested special report explores several themes. These include...
2019-10-0241 min
StereoigorStereoigor - интервью с Billy Corgan / The Smashing Pumpkins #79Stereoigor - первый аудио журнал STEREOBAZA, "выездной" выпуск №79 (2013)
интервью с Билли Корганом (Billy Corgan), фронтменом легендарной американской
рок-группы The Smashing Pumpkins
Эксклюзив.
Больше интервью Stereoigor: www.stereobaza.com/interviews/
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Еженедельно "автор и составитель" - музыкальный журналист и эксперт Stereoigor - представляет музыку, которая скоро становится must-have меломанов.
STEREOBAZA — РАДИОШОУ №1 в Украине по рейтингу PromoDJ (2017 "Украина/за год").
Помимо новинок - информация о знаковых явлениях, лейблах о культовых фигурах актуальной музыкальной культуры: группах, исполнителях, продюсерах. Отдельного внимания аудио-гурманов заслуживает рубрика «Бонус-трек», посвященная раритетным версиям песен.
Выходит с декабря 2011, в настоящий момент транслируется еженедельно на ПРОСТО РАДИ.О- на Просто Ради.о.1 (facebook.com/stereobaza), «стереогостями» радиошоу побывали такие деятели мировой музыкальной сцены:
- Andy Fletcher - один из основателей легендарных Depeche Mode
- Изобретатель жанра dub - легендарный Lee "Scratch" Perry
- культовый лондонский продюсер и ди-джей Erol Alkan
- создатель знаменитого берлинского инди-лейбла Morr Music Томас Морр
- Группа De/Vision
- Внучка изобретателя первого в мире электроинструмента — терменвокса — Льва Термена, легенда неоклассики Лидия Кавина,
- Bonobo (Ninja Tune),
- Jay-Jay Johanson , Robert Alfons/канадский синт-поп-проект TRUST,
- James Lavelle / UNKLE,
- Группы O.Children, Garden City Movement, HVOB, Crazy P и WhoMadeWho
- Британский музыкант и продюсер Ghostpoet
- Шотландский кинорежиссер Марк Казинс (Mark Cousins), "Atomic" (OST записан группой Mogwai)
- Американский фрик-дуэт CocoRosie
- Группы Metronomy, GusGus и Of Montreal
- Трип-хоп икона Tricky
- любимцы самых придирчивых музыкальных модников - британская группа ALT-J
- Нидерландка KOVACS
- Йохен Арбайт, EINSTÜRZENDE NEUBAUTEN (интервью by Stereoigor, записано в Берлине, ФРГ)
- Британская группа HOT CHIP и её муз.идеолог Joe Goddard
- Фронтмен DEPECHE MODE - DAVE GAHAN (интервью by Stereoigor, записано в Милане, Италия)
Stereoigor - первый аудио журнал STEREOBAZA, "выездной" выпуск №79 (2013)
интервью с Билли Корганом (Billy Corgan), фронтменом легендарной американской
рок-группы The Smashing Pumpkins
Эксклюзив.
Больше интервью Stereoigor: https://www.stereobaza.com/interviews/
2019-07-1304 min
It's New Orleans: Happy HourAs I Said to Billy Corgan - Happy Hour - It's New OrleansNick Pejic is a psychiatrist. Nick spends his days treating people with varying issues, including depression and addiction. By the end of the day he's ready to let loose. That's when he gets out the guitar and gets wailing like Billy Corgan from Smashing Pumpkins. Billy is Nick's musical idol and he's met Billy three times. Each time was a little different, but each interaction was pretty successful and Billy seemed to like talking to Nick. That's not how it went down with Nick's other musical hero, Harry Connick Jr, when Nick ran into him in the Quarter.
2019-03-131h 06
New WeeffPodcast: muzieknieuws over Marvin Gaye, Billy Corgan en Lindsey BuckinghamEen nieuw bulletin met muzieknieuws vanaf de redactie. Met dit keer nieuws over Marvin Gaye, Billy Corgan en Lindsey Buckingham. Aangevuld met de nodige luistertips.
Ook te beluisteren via Spotify en Mixcloud.
Het bericht Podcast: muzieknieuws over Marvin Gaye, Billy Corgan en Lindsey Buckingham verscheen eerst op IndebanvanNL.
2019-02-1400 min
Secrets of The SireSPOTLIGHT Ep 4: Smashing Pumpkins Billy Corgan: New Album Review & Interview
We review Smashing Pumpkins: Shiny and Oh So Bright Vol 1 and feature our interview with Billy Corgan from circa 2017.
Overall, if you’re looking for the Melon Collie vibe it’s there in places on the new album. But it more or less follows the same output from Billy the past few years – which is not a bad thing if like me, you’ve dug all their 2000s stuff anyway.
About Spotlight:
Each week we’ll spotlight one of our tremendous celebrity guests in a stand alone video and podcast. W...
2018-11-1933 min