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How is Billy Corgan's guitar style often described?

  • Acoustic

  • Jazz-influenced

  • Heavy and layered

  • Minimalist

Answer

Heavy and layered guitar playing is a defining characteristic of Billy Corgan's style. It involves the use of multiple guitar tracks, often with different tunings and effects, to create a dense and textured sound. This approach allows Corgan to achieve a wide range of sonic textures, from heavy, distorted riffs to shimmering, psychedelic passages.
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