In this special Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith With..., Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins joins the conversation for two interviews, one from 2015 and another from 2017. In the first interview, Corgan discusses the band's album Monuments to an Elegy, part of the ambitious Teargarden by Kaleidyscope project. He reflects on the album's concise pop sound, his competition with modern pop stars, and the state of alternative rock, remarking on the rise of EDM and the challenge for rock to keep up. He also shares insights into his creative process and the drive that has kept him continuously writing new music, addressing the legacy of his past work and how it compares to his current projects. The interview also touches on collaborations with legendary drummers like Tommy Lee and explores how rock culture has shifted over the decades. In the 2017 interview, Corgan delves into his solo work and the creation of his album Ogilala. He explains the stripped-down nature of the record, attributing much of the sparse production to Rick Rubin, and talks about the creative freedom it allowed him. Corgan touches on personal themes, including fatherhood and its subtle influence on his writing. He also addresses the ongoing speculation about the future of The Smashing Pumpkins, his evolving relationship with his past records, and his desire to recontextualize some of his older solo work. Alongside music, he talks about his other ventures, like wrestling and his teashop, revealing how these pursuits reinvigorated his passion for music.

Listen to Billy Corgan chat about all this and more in the new episode. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.