Smashing Pumpkins hold ‘requiem’ for ‘Zero’ as they play special gig to announce ‘Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness’ tour

Coverage of the announcement varies in emphasis and detail. Consequence of Sound and NME highlight the special "requiem" show that preceded the tour announcement, with NME providing additional context about the character 'Zero.' In…

Liberty Dunworth· May 18, 2026 · 9:56 AM UTC ·17 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 45 views

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The Smashing Pumpkins held a special concert to announce their upcoming tour for 'Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness.' The event included a unique performance featuring a coffin and a eulogy, marking the first live rendition of 'Here Is No Why' since 1997. Fans celebrated the band's nostalgic return to their iconic album's music.

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▪The concert was a tribute to the song 'Zero' from their classic album.
▪The band performed 'Here Is No Why' live for the first time in over two decades.
▪The event featured theatrical elements including a coffin and a eulogy.

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5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 15 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre, 1 right.

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▪ The Smashing Pumpkins Announce ‘The Rats In A Cage Tour’ — Dailycaller
▪ Smashing Pumpkins Announce Rats in a Cage Tour to Celebrate ‘Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness’ — Rolling Stone
▪ Smashing Pumpkins Announce Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness 30th Anniversary Tour — Reddit
▪ Smashing Pumpkins Announce Mellon Collie 30th Anniversary Tour — Consequence (of Sound)

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