Billy Corgan’s music fame helped his NWA return to the Chase in St. Louis. NWA 74 is there next

NWA president Billy Corgan continues to make history thanks to his alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins.

Last year the NWA presented its 73rd anniversary show (NWA 73) at the Chase, becoming the first pro wrestling group to utilize the historic venue in St. Louis, since 1984.

How?

Because, as Corgan noted, someone working in a key position at the Chase Park Plaza Hotel is a fan of The Smashing Pumpkins.

Take advantage of it and rightfully so.

The NWA will do it again with NWA 74 on Saturday and Sunday via FITE TV from that Chase Khorassan Ballroom.

Plenty of talent and fan interaction during the two-day extravaganza.

Here is my video interview with Corgan.

“Wrestling at the Chase” was a weekly program during the territory days of professional wrestling.

The brainchild of legendary promoter and hall of famer Sam Muchnick, the weekly pro wrestling series aired from May 23, 1959, to September 10, 1983. The show was promoted by the St. Louis Wrestling Club, a member of the National Wrestling Alliance.

Many legends appeared, including Ric Flair, Buddy Rogers, Harley Race, “Cowboy” Bob Orton, Dick the Bruiser, Bruiser Brody, Gene Kiniski, Lou Thesz, Dory Funk, Jr. and Ted DiBiase.

An NWA staple, St. Louis was one of the biggest markets for pro wrestling.

Corgan, who worked behind the scenes for Impact Wrestling in 2015 and 2016, jumped at the chance for his branded NWA to return to the Chase. In May 2017, he purchased the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), including its name, rights, trademarks, and championship belts.

Twiter: https://twitter.com/Billy

NWA 74 is a two-night anniversary extravaganza, featuring a wealth of talent.

Plus,

The Country Gentlemen (AJ Cazana and Anthony Andrews) (with Joe Cazana) vs. Gold Rushhh (Jordan Clearwater and Marshe Rockett) with Austin Idol.

Luke Hawx vs. VSK.

Burke Invitational Gauntlet for an NWA Title Shot: Samantha Starr (with Baby Doll) vs. KiLynn King vs. Tootie Lynn vs. Missa Kate vs. Max The Impaler (with Father James Mitchell) vs. Madi Wrenkowski vs. Angelina Love vs. Jennacide vs. Natalia Markova vs. Taryn Terrell.

NWA world junior heavyweight champion Homicide vs. Kerry Morton.

NWA national champion Jax Dane (with Chris Silvio, Esq.) vs. Cyon (with Austin Idol).

Matt Cardona vs. TBA.

The Pope vs. Rodney Mack (with Aron Stevens).

Beelzebub’s Bedlam: The Miserably Faithful (Judais, Sal The Pal and Gaagz The Gymp) (with Father James Mitchell) vs. The Ill Begotten (Alex Taylor, Jeremiah Plunkett, and Danny Dealz).

Tag Team Battle Royal for the vacant NWA United States tag team titles: Gold Rushhh (Jordan Clearwater and Marshe Rockett) vs. The Miserably Faithful (Sal The Pal and Gaagz The Gymp) (with Father James Mitchell) vs. The NOW (Hale Collins and Vik Dalishus) vs. The Ill Begotten (Alex Taylor and Rush Freeman) (with Danny Dealz) vs. Ruff ‘n’ Ready (D’Vin Graves and Diante) vs. The Fixers (Jay Bradley and Wrecking Ball Legursky) vs. Hawx Aerie (Luke Hawx and PJ Hawx) vs. The Country Gentlemen (AJ Cazana and Anthony Andrews) vs. Team Ambition (Mike Outlaw and Camaro Jackson) vs. 1 Team TBA.

MLW national openweight champion Davey Richards vs. “Thrillbilly” Silas Mason (with Pollo Del Mar).

Mercurio vs. “Magic” Jake Dumas (with Christi Jaynes).

Nick Aldis vs. Flip Gordon.

The two-day extravaganza will also feature a fanfest with current and past NWA stars, including JJ Dillon, Baby Doll, Tommy Rich, and Barry Windham.

Tickets are on sale for both nights at NWATix.Com. NWA 74 will air live on the FITE TV streaming platform for $39.99 for both nights or as a stand-alone purchase, or the pay-per-view is also included in the $49.99 NWA All Access annual pass available at https://www.fite.tv/join/nwa-powerrr/.

Also, Tickets: https://www.nationalwrestlingalliance.com/

NWA 74 FanFest: https://www.nationalwrestlingalliance.com/fanfest

NWA 74 on FITE TV: Check NWA2NightsOnFITE

Smashing Pumpkins in South Florida

A busy schedule, Corgan continues to record music and tour with The Smashing Pumpkins. The group (along with Jane’s Addiction) will visit South Florida on Oct. 8 at Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino near Hollywood.

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