Quote by Billy Corgan

The ideology of the Smashing Pumpkins was ultimately more valuable than the music of the Smashing Pumpkins. That's what critics can't put their finger on.

The ideology of the Smashing Pumpkins was ultimately more va

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This quote suggests that the significance of the Smashing Pumpkins lies in their ideology or worldview, rather than solely in their music. It implies that critics struggle to fully comprehend or articulate this intangible value. While the band's music may be celebrated and analyzed, the quote alludes to the belief that their philosophy or message carries a deeper and more lasting impact beyond their musical compositions.

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