1979 - The Smashing Pumpkins (Cover by My Dad's Radio)

Relive the alternative rock vibes of the '90s with My Dad's Radio as we cover "1979" by The Smashing Pumpkins. Originally released in 1996 as part of their acclaimed album "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness," this nostalgic track captures the essence of youth and introspection. Join us as we bring our own unique style to this timeless classic. Subscribe/Follow for more covers from My Dad's Radio! New music every week!

Lead Vocal - Evan Ullrich of Akasabi | https://linktr.ee/akasabi
Guitar - Dan Da Cunha
Guitar - Jared Lehman
Bass - Jamie DeVinney
Keys - Alex House
Drums/Production - ‪@davidstillsonmusic‬ | https://linktr.ee/davidstillsonmusic
Camera - Nikki Stillson
Production Assistance - Leigh

The Smashing Pumpkins, formed in 1988 in Chicago, Illinois, by frontman Billy Corgan and guitarist James Iha, rose to fame with their breakthrough album "Siamese Dream" in 1993, solidifying their place in the alternative rock scene. Known for their diverse sound that blends elements of rock, psychedelia, and electronic music, the band's critical and commercial success peaked with their 1995 double album "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness," which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. Despite numerous lineup changes over the years, Billy Corgan has remained the consistent driving force behind the band.

Their song "1979," released as a single on January 23, 1996, is one of their most iconic tracks. Reflecting Billy Corgan's teenage years and a sense of melancholy and nostalgia, "1979" became a commercial success, reaching number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song was recorded quickly and almost didn't make it onto the album, with Corgan reportedly finishing the lyrics just before recording the vocals. The accompanying music video, directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris, depicts suburban teenage life and became iconic in its own right. "1979" remains a fan favorite and a staple in the band's live performances, and it is considered one of the defining songs of the 1990s alternative rock era.

Standard Gear:

Soundcraft Ui24R Mixer
Volt 476 Interface
Art Tube MP Studio Preamp
Shure SM7B Mic
Shure SM58 Beta Mic
sE Electronics V7 Mic
Behringer C-1
Mackie EM-91C
Lauten Audio LA-220
Presonus DM-7 Drum Mic Kit
On-Stage Microphone Stands
Headrush Core
Fender Blues Jr. Amplifier
Strymon Cloudburst
Boss FV-500H
Fishman Rare Earth Magnetic Acoustic Soundhole HB Pickup with Mic
Pro Co Cables
Sony a6400
Slate VSX Headphones
Sony MDR-7506
Shure SE535 In-Ear Monitors
Novation Launchpad
Samson S-Phone Headphone Amplifier
Apple iPad Air 5th Generation

Guitars:

Yamaha FGX730
PRS 24-08 SE
Fender American Telecaster Standard
Squire Jaguar Bass

Drums:

PDP Concept Maple Kit
Pearl Master Series Snare
Paiste Alpha Medium 14” Hi-Hats
Paiste 2002 17” Thin Crash
Paiste Alpha 20” Full Ride

Software and Plugins:

Presonus Studio One
Presonus Standard Plugins
LANDR Pro Mastering
LANDR FX
Antares Auto-Tune
Antares Vocal Reverb
Arturia REV-PLATE-140
UADx LA-20 Compressor
Need 73 Console EQ
Steven Slate SSD Drums
Steven Slate VSX Rooms
IK Mix Box
LALAL.ai - (Vocal Extraction)