What makes The Aeroplane Flies High by The Smashing Pumpkins notable?

This album is notable for its ambitious scope, housing many rare tracks that provide insight into the band's creative process. It reached number 25 on the Billboard 200 chart and has been praised for its depth and experimentation, influencing countless alternative rock bands in the years to come. Its release further solidified The Smashing Pumpkins' status as one of the leading acts of the 1990s. Released in 1996, 'The Aeroplane Flies High' is a box set that follows The Smashing Pumpkins' critically acclaimed double album 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness'. At this point, the band was at their commercial peak, riding high on massive hits like 'Bullet With Butterfly Wings' and '1979'. This collection showcases B-sides and unreleased tracks, reflecting their creative evolution during this prolific era.

Who is The Aeroplane Flies High for?

The Aeroplane Flies High works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, patient exploration of layered soundscapes and extended climaxes that reward listening.

How many songs are on The Aeroplane Flies High?

The Aeroplane Flies High has 33 tracks, running approximately 136 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

The Aeroplane Flies High

The Smashing Pumpkins · 1996

136 min · 33 tracks · alternative rock

Layered alternative rock soundscapes intertwine with introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts, capturing the band's expansive vision.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with emotional peaks
patient exploration of layered soundscapes
extended climaxes that reward listening
introspective moments for deep reflection
for late-night introspection

Maybe skip if you want

prefer short, standalone tracks
seek instant gratification from music

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1996, 'The Aeroplane Flies High' is a box set that follows The Smashing Pumpkins' critically acclaimed double album 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness'. At this point, the band was at their commercial peak, riding high on massive hits like 'Bullet With Butterfly Wings' and '1979'. This collection showcases B-sides and unreleased tracks, reflecting their creative evolution during this prolific era.
Stylistic neighbors: Alice in Chains· Soundgarden· Radiohead