The Smashing Pumpkins

is an American alternative rock band formed in 1988 by Billy Corgan. Fusing grunge, shoegaze, and gothic rock, they achieved iconic status with albums like 'Siamese Dream' and 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness'. Their music is characterized by heavy riffs, lush melodies, and introspective lyrics, solidifying their place as one of modern rock's most influential acts.