Billy Corgan

William Patrick "Billy" Corgan Jr. (born March 17, 1967) is an American musician, songwriter, producer, TV writer, and poet, best known as the lead singer, guitarist, and sole permanent member of The Smashing Pumpkins. Formed by Corgan and guitarist James Iha in Chicago, Illinois, in 1987, the band quickly gained steam with the addition of bassist D'arcy Wretzky and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin. The band's direction has largely been driven by Corgan through his confessional lyrics, grandiose production values, and virtuosic musical interplay. Three years after their first studio album release, Gish, the Smashing Pumpkins had transformed themselves into a major label success. Strong album sales and large-scale tours propelled the band's increasing fame in the 1990s until their break-up in 2000. Corgan started a new band called Zwan, and after their quick demise, he released a solo album (TheFutureEmbrace) and a collection of poetry (Blinking with Fists) before setting his sights on reforming Smashing Pumpkins.
==In wrestling==
===Resistance Pro Wrestling===
In 2011, Corgan helped create Resistance Pro. He left the promotion in November 2014. 
===Total Nonstop Action Wrestling===
In April 2015, Corgan was announced as the new Senior Producer of Creative and Talent Development for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA). In August 2016 he became the promotion's President but left the promotion in November 2016. 
===National Wrestling Alliance===
In May 2017, Corgan purchased the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), including its name, rights, trademarks and championships.
==External links==
* Profile
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