The Smashing Pumpkins to Headline Gunnersbury Park with Skunk Anansie & White Lies
Alternative rock titans The Smashing Pumpkins are set to bring their electrifying live show to Gunnersbury Park, London, in August 2025, joined by fellow trailblazers Skunk Anansie and indie stalwarts White Lies.
A Legacy of Influence
Since their inception, The Smashing Pumpkins have shaped the sound of alternative music, selling over 30 million albums worldwide and earning multiple GRAMMY Awards. Their catalog boasts some of rock’s most iconic releases, from the diamond-certified Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness to their latest album, Aghori Mhori Mei (2024). This upcoming performance will see Billy Corgan, Jimmy Chamberlin, and James Iha dive deep into their legendary discography—expect soaring guitars, blistering vocals, and the kind of raw energy that defined the band’s early years.
Skunk Anansie: Provocative & Unapologetic
Joining the bill are Skunk Anansie, one of Britain’s most fearless rock bands. Since their groundbreaking debut Paranoid and Sunburnt in 1995, Skin and co. have delivered politically charged anthems and electrifying live performances. Their upcoming new single, “An Artist Is An Artist”, due in 2025, marks a fresh chapter for the band, and fans can expect a set that blends classic hits with fresh material.
White Lies Bring Indie-Rock Excellence
Completing the lineup, White Lies will return to their hometown for a special set. Bursting onto the scene in 2009 with their UK No.1 album To Lose My Life, the band has continued to evolve over six studio albums. Known for their atmospheric, anthemic sound, their live show promises to be a perfect complement to the night’s powerhouse lineup.
A Summer of Live Music at Gunnersbury Park
Gunnersbury Park has cemented itself as a key stop on London’s live music circuit, hosting KoRn, PJ Harvey, Peggy Gou, Tom Grennan, and FISHER in 2024. This year’s summer series also includes performances from Khruangbin, The Libertines, PAWSA, and Martin Garrix—a truly diverse celebration of music.
🎟Tickets go on general sale at 10 AM on Friday, 14 February 2025, via www.ticketmaster.co.uk.
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