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News18
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Legendary Rock Band The Smashing Pumpkins Set For Historic India Debut In October
The Smashing Pumpkins will perform in India for the first time in October 2025 as part of their Rock Invasion tour, with shows in Bengaluru and Mumbai. In a thrilling announcement for Indian rock fans, legendary alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins are finally headed to India. The iconic group will make their long-awaited India debut this October as part of their 'Rock Invasion 2025' Asia Tour, with concerts scheduled at Transform Arena in Bengaluru on October 11 and Jio World Garden in Mumbai on October 12. Presented by EVA Live, one of India's premier live event companies, the two-city tour promises to be nothing short of historic. For over three decades, fans in India have waited to witness the band's explosive live performances—and now, that dream is becoming a reality. The India shows will feature a career-spanning setlist that blends the band's most celebrated hits with newer sonic explorations. Audiences can expect to hear fan-favourite anthems like 'Tonight, Tonight," '1979," 'Today" and 'Bullet with Butterfly Wings", alongside newer work from albums such as ATUM, Aghori Mhori Mei (2024), and recent tracks like 'Sighommi" and 'Beguiled." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eva Live (@ Known for their genre-defying sound, poetic lyricism, and layered instrumentation, The Smashing Pumpkins continue to redefine what it means to be a rock band—pushing the envelope while staying deeply connected to their roots. Asia Tour After a Decade-Long Hiatus The India leg is part of a larger two-month-long Asia tour, their first in over a decade. The tour kicks off in Japan this September and includes stops in Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Busan, Manila, Bangkok, Jakarta, Singapore, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi. The band returns to Asia after 12 years, and this will mark their first-ever performances in India and the Middle East, making the 2025 edition of Rock Invasion a momentous milestone. In a statement, the band shared their excitement, 'We're thrilled to be finally coming to India, some 36 years after we started in Chicago. Our music has been unmistakably shaped by this great and mighty culture, and so it will be an honour to play for you—and loudly! For what we hope will be the first of many, many trips to come." A Dream Come True for India's Rock Community Speaking about the announcement, Deepak Chaudhary, Founder and Managing Director of EVA Live, said, 'To bring The Smashing Pumpkins to India for the very first time is a landmark achievement for the live music ecosystem in this country. EVA Live is honoured to make this dream a reality for countless rock fans who have waited decades for a moment like this. India is ready to welcome one of alternative rock's most influential bands, and we promise an unforgettable experience." Tickets, Registrations and Priceless Experiences Registrations are now open on the District App. Tickets for the pre-sale will be available exclusively to Mastercard cardholders: General ticket sales begin on August 12 at 4:30PM IST, exclusively via District by Zomato. Mastercard users can also unlock 'Priceless Experiences"—including premium tickets, curated city experiences, and intimate artist moments. A Legacy Like No Other Formed in Chicago in 1988, The Smashing Pumpkins have sold over 30 million albums worldwide and bagged numerous awards including two GRAMMYs, seven MTV VMAs, and an American Music Award. Their discography includes landmark albums like Siamese Dream (1993), Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness (1995), and Machina/The Machines of God (2000). In 2023, they released ATUM, a sequel to their 90s classics, and followed it with Aghori Mhori Mei in 2024—a return to their guitar-heavy, visceral sound. From the grunge-laced anthems of the '90s to the experimental textures of their recent records, The Smashing Pumpkins remain one of the most influential forces in alternative rock. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
CairoScene
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
The Smashing Pumpkins to Play First-Ever UAE Show at Etihad Arena
The legendary alt-rock band is bringing its 'Rock Invasion' tour to Abu Dhabi on October 9th with a career-spanning setlist. May 23, 2025 The Smashing Pumpkins are heading to Abu Dhabi for the very first time, bringing decades of alt-rock anthems to Etihad Arena on Thursday, October 9th, as part of their globe-spanning Rock Invasion tour. The Chicago-born icons, led by frontman Billy Corgan alongside original members James Iha and Jimmy Chamberlin, are set to ignite the capital with a career-spanning set that blends grunge-era nostalgia with their latest sonic experiments. Fans can expect to be swept up in the emotional swell of classics like 'Tonight, Tonight', scream along to the angst-fuelled chorus of 'Bullet with Butterfly Wings', and drift back to teenage memories with the shimmering dream-pop of '1979'. But this won't be just a greatest hits show—the band's newer material, including tracks like 'Empires' and 'Beguiled' from their recent albums, will keep things fresh and furious. With over 30 million albums sold, Grammy wins, and a legacy that helped shape the alt-rock movement of the '90s, The Smashing Pumpkins remain one of rock's most dynamic acts—balancing poetry, distortion, and the occasional existential scream. Tickets go live this Friday, May 23rd, at 10 AM via Live Nation Middle East's official website. Set your alarms—because in the words of Billy Corgan, the world is a vampire, and this show will sell fast.
FACT
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
The Smashing Pumpkins to rock Etihad Arena this October
Catch the Indie superstars belting out their biggest hits. The Smashing Pumpkins are finally coming to Abu Dhabi. The popular alternative rock band will bring their Rock Invasion tour to Abu Dhabi. Set to take place on 9 October 2025 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, this concert promises a night of unforgettable anthems and a performance that spans over 30 years of sonic innovation. Brought to the capital by Live Nation Middle East, the event will be a landmark moment for rock fans across the region. The tour kicks off in Japan this September and will blaze through Asia before The Smashing Pumpkins arrive in Abu Dhabi, with stops including Seoul, Manila, Bangkok, Singapore, and Bahrain. From the searing riffs of Bullet With Butterfly Wings and the nostalgia-drenched 1979, to new crowd favourites like Sighommi and Beguiled, the setlist will showcase the band's extensive catalogue. With over 30 million albums sold worldwide, two GRAMMY Awards, and a discography that includes Siamese Dream and the diamond-certified Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, The Smashing Pumpkins have remained at the forefront of the global rock scene for more than three decades. Frontman Billy Corgan, alongside founding members James Iha and Jimmy Chamberlin, continue to defy genre boundaries, fusing elements of goth, metal, and shoegaze into a sound that's unmistakably theirs. Their most recent projects include ATUM, a sprawling rock opera released in three acts, and the critically praised Aghori Mhori Mei, their 13th studio album, released in late 2024. If you're after cool concerts, big stars are coming to the UAE. Other concerts include Kygo at Coca-Cola Arena on 30 May, Mary J. Blige at Coca-Cola Arena on 24 June, Jennifer Lopez at Etihad Arena on 29 July, Lil Baby at Coca-Cola Arena on 18 October, Enrique Iglesias at Etihad Arena on 1 November and Katy Perry at Etihad Park on 7 December. Tickets to see The Smashing Pumpkins in Abu Dhabi will be available via Live Nation presale from Thursday, 22 May at 10am, with general on-sale beginning Friday, 23 May at 12pm. Prepare for a night of noise, nostalgia, and pure Pumpkins power. GO: Visit via for tickets and more information.
