The Smashing Pumpkins

Looking back to June 27, 1997, when The Smashing Pumpkins performed "Bullet With Butterfly Wings" at Glastonbury, it was a pivotal moment in their career. At this time, the band had just released their ambitious double album, *Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness*, a record that showcased their wide-ranging sound and cemented their place in the rock pantheon. The album's blend of alt-rock anthems and melancholic ballads was a cultural touchstone, especially with tracks like "Tonight, Tonight" and, of course, "Bullet With Butterfly Wings" emerging as an anthem of angst for a generation. Fun fact: Billy Corgan’s distinct voice and the band's grandiosity during this live set almost rival the festival's own towering legacy. Performing in front of thousands, they captured not only their sound but also the raw energy of the 90s alternative scene, reminding us all how at that moment, they were the voice of a shifting musical landscape. Just imagine the electrifying atmosphere!

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