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The Smashing Pumpkins in 3Arena review: Scintillating, self-absorbed, inspired – and loud
At times you think this might be endurance test but Billy Corgan and crew produce victory in the end
The Smashing Pumpkins: Jack Bates, Billy Corgan, Jimmy Chamberlin and James Iha at 3Arena. Photograph: Debbie Hickey/Getty Images
Ed Power
Tue Jun 11 2024 - 11:46
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Ed Power
Ed Power, a contributor to The Irish Times, writes about television, music and other cultural topics
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