Smashing Pumpkins Celebrate 35 Years of 'Gish' with Vinyl Reissue

The influential 1991 debut album will be reissued on limited edition and standard black vinyl formats.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 6:40pm

The Smashing Pumpkins are commemorating the 35th anniversary of their 1991 debut album 'Gish' with a special vinyl reissue. The new pressing will be available in two formats - a limited edition gray vinyl with pink and purple splatter, and a standard black vinyl version. 'Gish' was the band's breakthrough album, showcasing their fusion of classic rock, shoegaze, metal, and pop sensibilities.

Why it matters

The Smashing Pumpkins' 'Gish' is considered a landmark album in the alternative rock genre, helping to establish the band as one of the most influential groups of the 1990s. This vinyl reissue allows fans to revisit the album's iconic sound and artwork on a high-quality physical format.

The details

The 'Gish' reissue will be released on May 29, 2026, the same week the album reaches its 35th anniversary. The limited edition gray vinyl with pink and purple splatter will be sold exclusively at independent record stores and Billy Corgan's Madame ZuZu's tea shop in Highland Park, Illinois. A standard black vinyl version will also be widely available. 'Gish' was produced by Butch Vig at Smart Studios in Madison, Wisconsin and features standout tracks like 'I Am One,' 'Siva,' and 'Rhinoceros'.

  • The Smashing Pumpkins' debut album 'Gish' was released in 1991.
  • The 35th anniversary of 'Gish' will be celebrated on May 29, 2026.
  • The vinyl reissue of 'Gish' will be released on May 29, 2026.

The players

The Smashing Pumpkins

An influential American rock band formed in Chicago in 1988, known for their fusion of classic rock, shoegaze, metal, and pop music.

Billy Corgan

The lead singer, guitarist, and primary songwriter of The Smashing Pumpkins.

Butch Vig

The producer who worked on The Smashing Pumpkins' debut album 'Gish' at Smart Studios in Madison, Wisconsin.

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The takeaway

The Smashing Pumpkins' 'Gish' reissue allows fans to celebrate the 35th anniversary of an influential and groundbreaking album that helped define the alternative rock sound of the 1990s. The limited edition vinyl pressing offers a unique collectible for dedicated fans of the band.