Smashing Pumpkins

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Things get cranked up again with the first show of the season on the Bangor Waterfront, this Sunday night! Hard to believe, but this summer marks 15 years of killer concerts on the Bangor Waterfront. In honor of the 15th season, and amid some new improvements at the Maine Saving Amphitheatre, here are some things to keep in mind before you head off to a great night of live music...

As shows keep being announced, here are 10 that would make this the best summer ever!

He says he's ready to "explore a slightly different path."

They shared the news during a Las Vegas club show full of deep cuts and a full-album performance of 'Dookie.'

The Smashing Pumpkins frontman destroyed his health, relationships and almost his life while creating the 1993 album.

The 1993 single marked the first mainstream hit for Billy Corgan's band.

Eclectic lineup also featured Sheryl Crow, Nile Rodgers, Duran Duran and an appearance by Sammy Hagar.

"When it's all said and done, I want the Pumpkins standing on the top of the heap of our generation," bandleader said.

The FBI even had to get involved.