The Smashing Pumpkins

Ah, The Smashing Pumpkins! By February 2015, when they performed "Bullet with Butterfly Wings" at the Soundwave festival in Brisbane, the band was navigating a significant chapter in their career. This was right around the time they were diving into their album *Monuments to an Elegy,* which had been released just a few months earlier in December 2014. This album marked a return to the classic sound that fans had come to adore, as it featured the collaborative effort of founding member Billy Corgan and drummer Jack Bates, son of legendary Joy Division bassist Peter Hook. Interestingly, during this era, they were also celebrating their reformation after a few years of lineup changes and public ups and downs. Performing live in Brisbane, they brought a sense of nostalgia mixed with fresh energy, proving that even after years in the game, they still had the ability to electrify a crowd. It’s a testament to their resilience and creativity, isn’t it? I mean, how many bands can keep their essence alive while still evolving through the years? Their performance at Soundwave was a vivid reminder that The Smashing Pumpkins are still a force to be reckoned with, embodying both the weight of their history and the thrill of new beginnings.

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