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Billy Corgan Names Second Most Influential Band of 20th Century After The Beatles

Billy Corgan cites Joy Division's post-pop minimalism as shaping music production and influencing hundreds of bands, ranking them just behind The Beatles.

Summary by NME
The Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan has named his pick for the second most influential band of the 20th century – after The Beatles.

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NME broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
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