Smashing Pumpkins reunite with former band member Melissa Auf der Maur during a Lollapalooza pre-show, according to multiple reports. The band performs a 24-song set that includes both well-known material and deeper cuts. Several sources also note that the event includes a notable guest appearance from Barry Williams of The Brady Bunch.
The outlets further report that the group debuts “War Dreams of Itself” live for the first time ever. They also play “Dorian” for the first time since 2015, marking a return for fans of the track. In addition to these highlights, the set reportedly includes other songs spanning different eras of the band’s catalog, with the performance described as reaching beyond standard hits.
Overall, the pre-show is presented as a multi-part reunion and milestone moment for the band, combining guest appearances with first-time and long-dormant live songs.