Jonathan Melvoin

Jonathan Melvoin
Melvoin, as seen in the "Zero" music video
Background information
Born	December 6, 1961 Los Angeles, California, US
Died	July 12, 1996(1996-07-12) (aged 34) New York City
Artists	The Smashing Pumpkins
Role	Keyboards
Years active	1995–1996
Wikipedia	Jonathan Melvoin

Jonathan Melvoin (December 6, 1961 – July 12, 1996) was an American musician active in the 1980s and 1990s. He was the touring keyboardist for The Smashing Pumpkins during the Infinite Sadness tour until he died of a heroin overdose on July 12, 1996. The band was not invited to Melvoin's funeral. Following his death, drummer Jimmy Chamberlin was fired and entered rehab.

Melvoin can be seen playing the piano in the "Zero" music video. In addition to his work with the Pumpkins, Melvoin has performed with The Dickies, The Family, and Wendy & Lisa.

Touring stats

• Total shows: 83 shows
• First performance: The Smashing Pumpkins 1996-01-02 at Phoenix Concert Theatre, Toronto, ON, CA
• Last performance: The Smashing Pumpkins 1996-07-10 at USAir Arena, Landover, MD, US