The Smashing Pumpkins

Ah, The Smashing Pumpkins—what a ride they've had! By the time they took the stage at KOKO in London on November 30, 2013, they were reviving their career with the album *Oceania*, which was part of their ambitious *Teargarden by Kaleidyscope* project released a couple of years earlier. It’s worth noting that *Oceania* was crucial for them; it marked a return to their earlier sound while also pushing into new sonic territories. The show at KOKO was a part of their "Oceania: Online" tour, and it's fascinating how they balanced nostalgia with fresh material during live performances. Billy Corgan's stage presence and expressive vocals still had a magnetic pull, proving that despite ups and downs in their journey, the Pumpkins knew how to captivate a crowd. Plus, the intimacy of KOKO offered a unique vibe, letting fans get really close to the magic of a live experience.

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