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Gish

The Smashing Pumpkins · 1991

46 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

Ethereal guitar layers and dynamic shifts blend with introspective lyrics, creating a dreamlike alternative rock experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 28, 1991, 'Gish' marked The Smashing Pumpkins' debut album, introducing their signature sound as they emerged from the Chicago music scene. At this point, frontman Billy Corgan was establishing himself as a formidable songwriter, setting the stage for the band's future success.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice in Chains· Soundgarden· Radiohead

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Am One 4:06
  • 2 Siva 4:23
  • 3 Rhinoceros 6:30
  • 4 Bury Me 4:48
  • 5 Crush 3:34
  • 6 Suffer 5:11
  • 7 Snail 5:11
  • 8 Tristessa 3:33
  • 9 Window Paine 5:51
  • 10 Daydream / I’m Going Crazy 3:07

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