The Smashing Pumpkins

By April 2014, when The Smashing Pumpkins teamed up with Marilyn Manson at KOKO London for a captivating live performance of "Ava Adore," the band was navigating through a rejuvenated phase. They had recently released their album *Monuments to an Elegy*, just about a month prior, in December 2014. This marked a poignant moment in their career, as it was their first album without founding member and guitarist James Iha, highlighting their survival and evolution as a band. The collaboration with Manson, a fellow alt-rock figure, added an electric edge to the performance, reflecting the band's ongoing relevance in the ever-changing music landscape. It’s fascinating how, even after decades, The Smashing Pumpkins still managed to evoke nostalgia while pushing boundaries, capturing the essence of their legacy in a single electrifying show. The energy in that venue must have been something else, truly a testament to their enduring appeal!

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