Linda Perry on why she had to tell Billy Corgan to leave the studio while working with Courtney Love

Laura Molloy· May 26, 2026 · 12:26 PM UTC ·15 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 38 views

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Linda Perry discussed her experience working with Courtney Love and Billy Corgan in the studio. She felt that Corgan's presence was detrimental to the creative atmosphere, describing him as a 'Debbie Downer.' As a result, she made the decision to ask him to leave to preserve the vibe of the session.

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▪Linda Perry worked with Courtney Love and Billy Corgan in the studio.
▪Perry described Corgan as a 'Debbie Downer' who was ruining the vibe.
▪She decided to ask Corgan to leave in order to maintain a positive creative environment.

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▪ Linda Perry Once Kicked “Debbie Downer” Billy Corgan Out of the Studio While Working with Courtney Love — Consequence (of Sound)

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