This week on the Hogpod Chicago Music Scene Podcast, we’re joined by Kevin Zeiger of Sad Machines — Chicago’s fast-rising Smashing Pumpkins tribute band. With shows booked at Broken Oar (Oct 11) and the Cubby Bear (Nov 23) celebrating the 30th anniversary of Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, Sad Machines are quickly becoming a must-see for alternative rock fans.Hosts Mike “Bongo” Orfanos, Mike Dermont, Pete Jansons, and Chris “Rhodesy” Rhodes are joined by Beth Miller (who also books the show) to talk with Kevin about:🎸 Why they chose to honor the Pumpkins instead of other bands🏟️ Memories of Smashing Pumpkins’ early days at Cubby Bear🎤 Tribute vs cover band debates, and what fans want most🎶 Kevin’s influences (Genesis, Slipknot, Rammstein, System of a Down)🤘 The fun, chaos, and passion behind keeping Pumpkins music aliveAlong the way, we dive into Preston Poling’s viral “miniature casting couch” story, band booking advice, and why Chicago tribute bands are keeping live rock thriving.🔗 Connect with The Sad Machines: / thesadmachinessp 🎧 Enjoying the show? Support Hogpod on Patreon and help us keep the Chicago music stories alive! / hogpod Are you a band, club owner, or booker and want to be on the show? Reach out to Beth Miller for booking:Beth@hogpod.org708-287-3692