Alternative and grunge hit the scene just as I truly came into musical awakening. Nirvana may have ignited it, but it was the unique sounds of Siamese Dream that solidified my love of music.

When Melon Collie and the Infinite Sadness released, I was near the end of my High School journey and a group of friends attended the concert in Phoenix, AZ…on my birthday. I have never missed a Pumpkins concert in AZ since. I even have the black long sleeved Zero shirt from that day.

I introduce my brother to the Pumpkins with this album (who has posted his own memory) and is my constant companion to every show…we’ve even travelled to other states to see Billy’s solo act and the reunion tour three times.

Mellon Collie solidified my love for music and the Smashing Pumpkins are to this day, my favorite band.