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Siamese Dream

The Smashing Pumpkins · 1993

62 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a lush soundscape that captures the angst of youth.

Why listen to this

Best for
wave-like emotional peaks and valleys cathartic release through dynamic shifts late-night introspection and reflection
Context
Released on July 27, 1993, 'Siamese Dream' was The Smashing Pumpkins' second studio album, following their debut 'Gish'. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from underground success to mainstream recognition, building on the momentum generated by 'Gish' and establishing a unique sound that would define the 1990s alternative rock scene.
If you like
alternative rock
What next
Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness — Continues the lush sound with expansive themes and emotional depth.

Siamese Dream is an album by The Smashing Pumpkins, released in 1993. Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a lush soundscape that captures the angst of youth. 'Siamese Dream' debuted at number ten on the Billboard 200 and has been certified multi-platinum by the RIAA. The album received critical acclaim for its ambitious production and emotional depth, influencing countless artists within the alternative rock genre and solidifying The Smashing Pumpkins' place in music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Siamese Dream sound like?

Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a lush soundscape that captures the angst of youth. Rooted in alternative rock. Start with "Cherub Rock".

Is Siamese Dream a good place to start with The Smashing Pumpkins?

Yes, Siamese Dream is recommended as a starting point for new The Smashing Pumpkins listeners. Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a lush soundscape that captures the angst of youth. Released on July 27, 1993, 'Siamese Dream' was The Smashing Pumpkins' second studio album, following their debut 'Gish'. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from underground success to mainstream recognition, building on the momentum generated by 'Gish' and establishing a unique sound that would define the 1990s alternative rock scene.

Who is Siamese Dream for?

Siamese Dream works well if you're into wave-like emotional peaks and valleys, cathartic release through dynamic shifts and late-night introspection and reflection.

How many songs are on Siamese Dream?

Siamese Dream has 13 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·62:15

New here? Start with Cherub Rock.

  • 1 Cherub Rock Start here 4:58
  • 2 Quiet 3:41
  • 3 Today Standout 3:19
  • 4 Hummer 6:57
  • 5 Rocket 4:06
  • 6 Disarm Standout 3:17
  • 7 Soma 6:39
  • 8 Geek U.S.A. 5:13
  • 9 Mayonaise 5:49
  • 10 Spaceboy 4:28
  • 11 Silverfuck 8:43
  • 12 Sweet Sweet 1:38
  • 13 Luna 3:20

Release Date

July 27, 1993

Genre

alternative rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

62 min 15 sec