Smashing Pumpkins Fire Up Lollapalooza 2026, No Nostalgia Act Here

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On Day 2 at Grant Park, the Smashing Pumpkins delivered a high-energy, era-spanning set at Lollapalooza 2026, proving they’re not a nostalgia act, even with Charli XCX headlining nearby; the Chicago Tribune’s review emphasizes their enduring vitality and catalog.
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