Details have been announced for the upcoming Smashing Pumpkins 2008 and 20th Anniversary Tours.

According to the band's official website, the tour will see the band playing mostly smaller-sized venues and will consist of "unique sets and songs". The first date announced is August 9th at The Venue (at Horseshoe Casino) in Hammond, Indiana.

The 20th Anniversary shows will take place in November and will see the band once again playing larger-sized venues. Confirmed cities for the tour so far are New York, Chicago and Los Angeles with more to be announced. The shows will see the band focusing on their history, legacy and accomplishments over their long career.

Speaking to SmashingPumpkins.com, singer Bill Corgan stated, "The August tour is going to be a blast... Expect a very loud and raucous show from us...The 20th Anniversary shows will be magical... We are already working on lots of surprises".

Additional dates and cities for the upcoming Smashing Pumpkins tour will be announced shortly.

(by Victoria Tsigonis)