The Smashing Pumpkins

On October 31, 1989, The Smashing Pumpkins took to the stage at the Metro in Chicago, delivering a raw and electrifying live performance of "Love (Hypnotized)." At this time, the band was still in its early days, just on the brink of breaking into the mainstream. Their debut album, "Gish," which would come out in 1991, was still a couple of years away, but this live recording captures the band’s burgeoning energy and unique sound that would soon captivate audiences around the world. Interestingly, the performance is part of what fans refer to as "the Psycho tape," showcasing a collection of early tracks and revealing the experimental edge that the Pumpkins were famous for. It was a poignant moment, letting listeners glimpse the passion and potential that defined their creative journey. How incredible is it to think that this energetic show would be one small but significant step in the unfolding story of rock music’s evolution during the '90s?

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