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Nicole Fiorentino Joins Garbage, Shattering Industry Norms

5/3/2025

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Nicole Fiorentino, the former bassist of the Smashing Pumpkins, is back in the spotlight as she joins Garbage's touring band. Thrilled by the chance to perform beloved hits, she draws inspiration from her musician father and the trailblazing female punk bands that shaped her. This fall, she’s ready to make her mark in a male-dominated industry.

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Story summary

Nicole Fiorentino, the former bassist of the Smashing Pumpkins, is back in the spotlight as she joins Garbage's touring band. Thrilled by the chance to perform beloved hits, she draws inspiration from her musician father and the trailblazing female punk bands that shaped her. This fall, she’s ready to make her mark in a male-dominated industry.