Nicole Fiorentino | |
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.jpg) Fiorentino performing in 2006 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Nicole Margaret Fiorentino |
| Born | April 7, 1979 Ludlow, Massachusetts, United States |
| Genres | Alternative rock |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Bass, vocals, keyboards |
| Years active | 2006–present |
Nicole Margaret Fiorentino (born April 7, 1979) is an American bass guitarist. She is best known for her work with alternative rock bands Veruca Salt and The Smashing Pumpkins. In both bands, she played as a touring member before contributing to albums. She replaced Eva Gardner of Veruca Salt before recording 2006's IV. For the band's final album Ghost Notes in 2015, Fiorentino was replaced by returning founding member Steve Lack, but reappeared on Louise Post's debut solo album Sleepwalker and corresponding tour in 2023. With the Smashing Pumpkins, Fiorentino (replaced Ginger Pooley and her temporary replacement Mark Tulin),[1][2] she became an official member in 2010. She performs on the band's third Teargarden by Kaleidyscope EP (2011) and subsequent album Oceania (2012).[2] Fiorentino departed the band in 2014.
- ^ "The Smashing Pumpkins Announce New Member, Bassist Nicole Fiorentino Archived 15 March 2012 at the Wayback Machine". Press release. SmashingPumpkins.com. May 10, 2010.
- ^ a b Goodman, William. "Smashing Pumpkins Reveal New Band Member". Spin Magazine Online. May 11, 2010.