The Smashing Pumpkins Have Found Their Brand New Guitarist!

In January, The Smashing Pumpkins put out a post on social media saying they were on the hunt for a guitarist to join their group... the search is now over, as the Smashing Pumpkins have announced that Kiki Wong is hitting the road with the rock band. See the Smashing Pumpkins’ upcoming tour dates below.

“Reviewing the work of these incredible musicians was a herculean, albeit worthy effort,” Billy Corgan said in a statement. “First off, I really want to thank everyone who submitted materials for consideration. It wasn’t an easy decision with how much great guitar playing we were lucky enough to hear and see over the past few months. I was a fan of Kiki’s before she submitted her name to be considered—and it’s great that someone of her acumen will be part of our touring family. I can’t wait to hit the road with Kiki as part of our mad circus. It’s definitely an exciting moment for the Smashing Pumpkins to be this busy with touring in 2024. We’ll see you all this summer!

Kiki Wong added: “It’s been an absolute wild ride, but I am beyond honored and humbled to be chosen to perform alongside some of rock’s greatest and most influential musicians of all time. I never thought little ol’ 15-year-old me playing metal guitar in my bedroom would amount to this moment. It goes to show hard work and perseverance truly pays off if you’re willing to push through the tough stuff, so never lose hope out there. I am so grateful for this opportunity and can’t wait to share the stage with the legendary Smashing Pumpkins!”

Kiki Wong is a Los Angeles rock guitarist who plays in Vigil Of War. Among her claims to fame is playing drums for Taylor Swift’s performance of Shake it Off at the 2014 MTV Music Awards...

Here's a clip of Kiki shredding on the guitar!

This article was first published on pitchfork.com