Billy Corgan has been active in recent music news, praising Olivia Rodrigo's impact on rock, defending his association with Marilyn Manson, and highlighting Kanye West's potential influence on his work. He named Travis Barker as the most influential drummer of the past three decades and ranked top bands in rock history, while also joining YUNGBLUD for a live performance of 'Zombie' and announcing a 2026 concert at Salle Pleyel. His involvement in the 2027 iHeartRadio ALTer EGO lineup and a documentary-style reflection on Nirvana's Nevermind further underscore his ongoing presence in alternative rock discourse.