The Smashing Pumpkins

In August 2010, when The Smashing Pumpkins took the stage at SingFest in Singapore, they were in the midst of a significant transformation. This period followed the release of their highly adventurous album, *Oceania*, which had come out just a couple of months prior in June 2012. Not only does this particular live performance capture the raw energy of their evolving sound, but it also marks a time when frontman Billy Corgan was reigniting the band's artistic flair after years of lineup changes and a shifting music landscape. The setlist brims with their signature hits like “Bullet With Butterfly Wings” and newer tracks like “A Song for a Son,” blending nostalgia with fresh creativity. Interestingly, Corgan expressed a sense of renewed purpose around this time, focusing on a more introspective and comprehensive musical journey—one that fans were increasingly eager to explore. The 2010 live show symbolizes a bridge between their storied past and an optimistic, albeit tumultuous, future.

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