About this album
Where they were
Released on October 4, 1994, 'Pisces Iscariot' is a collection of B-sides and unreleased tracks that followed the band's breakthrough album 'Siamese Dream'. At this point in their career, The Smashing Pumpkins were solidifying their status in the alternative rock scene while exploring new sonic textures and emotional depths.
Why it matters
'Pisces Iscariot' debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and was certified gold, reflecting its commercial success. The album's eclectic nature and inclusion of previously unreleased material contributed to the band's legacy and influenced countless artists in the alternative rock genre.
Essential tracks
- "Landslide" — This cover of Fleetwood Mac's classic reinterprets the original with a delicate vulnerability, highlighting Billy Corgan's emotive vocal style.
- "Starla" — 'Starla' showcases the band's signature dreamy soundscapes coupled with heavy guitar riffs, making it a standout track that represents their musical evolution.
- "Frail and Bedazzled" — The track combines introspective lyrics with lush instrumentation, encapsulating the unique blend of melancholy and beauty that defines much of the album.
Release Date
October 4, 1994
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Soothe 2:36
- 2 Frail and Bedazzled 3:17
- 3 Plume 3:37
- 4 Whir 4:10
- 5 Blew Away 3:32
- 6 Pissant 2:31
- 7 Hello Kitty Kat 4:32
- 8 Obscured 5:22
- 9 Landslide 3:10
- 10 Starla 11:01
- 11 Blue 3:19
- 12 A Girl Named Sandoz 3:34
- 13 La Dolly Vita 4:16
- 14 Spaced 2:24
