On today's episode I am going to take a look at the album “Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness” by Smashing Pumpkins, the band's third studio album released on October 24, 1995.
Selected songs are "Tonight, Tonight", "Tales of a Scorched Earth", "Zero", "1979" and "Bullet With Butterfly Wings".
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Summary
In this episode, Bill and superfan Helen delve into the Smashing Pumpkins' iconic album 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness.' They explore the tumultuous recording process, the dynamics within the band, and the emotional weight of the songs. Each track is discussed in detail, highlighting the album's production quality, lyrical themes, and the personal impact it has had on listeners. The conversation reflects on the album's legacy and its significance in the 1990s rock scene.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Music from a Lifetime
01:23 TONIGHT, TONIGHT
03:11 The Meticulous Construction of an Epic Album
08:01 TALES OF A SCORCHED EARTH
09:30 Bill and Helen Discuss "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness" Track by Track - Part 1
22:54 ZERO
24:14 Bill and Helen Discuss "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness" Track by Track - Part 2
36:44 1979
38:20 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness"
42:13 BULLET WITH BUTTERFLY WINGS
44:46 Podcast Notes and Contacts