After a long wait, fans finally got what they deserved—The Smashing Pumpkins delivered a blazing performance in Jakarta on Friday night (October 3, 2025). Held at JIEXPO Kemayoran Hall A2–A3, the show proved one thing: they don’t need much talk to completely blow the crowd away.
From the very first minute, Billy Corgan and the rest of the band went all out. No fancy stage design, no over-the-top effects—just pure energy that hit hard. Billy, dressed in his now-iconic eccentric outfit (part wizard, part rock priest), looked surprisingly joyful, even though he barely spoke throughout the night.
Full Throttle From the Start—No Time to Breathe
The show opened with “Glass Theme” followed by “Heavy Metal Machine”—and instantly, the crowd was jumping and losing themselves to the beat. The venue wasn’t massive, but that only made the atmosphere feel more intense. The audience packed in tight, but everyone was respectful and vibing together.
And when the opening notes of “1979” started playing? Total chaos—in the best way possible. It felt like Jakarta was on fire, and not because of the weather.
James Iha Steals the Spotlight with Bahasa Indonesia
One of the most charming moments came when guitarist James Iha suddenly addressed the crowd in Bahasa Indonesia:
“Apa kabar Indonesia?” (How are you, Indonesia?)
The crowd went wild. Proof that you don’t need a long speech to win over thousands of hearts.
Legendary Songs, Guitar Action That Gave Chills
The setlist kept coming without much pause. From “Bullet With Butterfly Wings”, “Today”, to “Ava Adore” and “Stand Inside Your Love”, each song was delivered with raw intensity. More than once, Billy and James exchanged wild guitar moments—sometimes melodic, sometimes chaotic—but always jaw-dropping.
There wasn’t much chatter from the band, but that was clearly intentional. Their focus? Delivering a night to remember.
A Simple Yet Powerful Goodbye
No gimmicks. No encore. No confetti or fireworks. After the final track, Billy gave a round of applause to the crowd—a quiet but heartfelt thank-you.
And just like that, The Smashing Pumpkins left the stage. No drama, no fuss—just a powerful ending that felt real and honest.
This concert wasn’t about glam or spectacle. It was about music, emotion, and memory. And that night, The Smashing Pumpkins proved they’re still—without question—legends who don’t need to say much to shake the world.
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