Smashing comeback

Alternative rock icons The Smashing Pumpkins on Friday released the first song with most of their classic lineup in nearly two decades — heavy guitar-driven tune Solara. The new track comes as the Chicago band opens a tour on July 12 that for the first time since 2000 will bring together Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan (pictured) with fellow guitarist James Iha and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin.