Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins, as quoted by Craig Schuftan of ABC Online (November 13, 2014) https://www.abc.net.au/listen/radionational/archived/intothemusic/nineties-rock-an-alternative-history/5888302
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‘What happened when alternative music came out was authentic. It was a reflection of what was happening at the time and it had to do with authenticity. This is the reflection of the authenticity now. We’re in the reflection of it.
— Billy Corgan on Nostalgia
What It Means
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About Billy Corgan
William Patrick CorganBilly Corgan, at: 2021-01-07 (born March 17, 1967), most commonly known as Billy Corgan, is an American vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter best known for his work in the alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins.
About Billy Corgan
William Patrick CorganBilly Corgan, at: 2021-01-07 (born March 17, 1967), most commonly known as Billy Corgan, is an American vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter best known for his work in the alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins.
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