Who Owns the Houston Wrestling Library? A Wrestlemania of Questions
So, you wanna know who owns the Houston Wrestling Library, huh? Well, buckle up, 'cause this is a tale as convoluted as a Bret Hart screwjob.
The Library of Alexandria... of Wrestling
Let's get one thing straight: the Houston Wrestling Library isn't a physical place filled with dusty old books about suplexes and dropkicks. It's a digital goldmine of matches, promos, and backstage shenanigans. Think of it as the Holy Grail for wrestling historians, a treasure chest filled with more surprises than a Monday Night Raw ending.
Billy Corgan: The Smashing Pumpkins of Wrestling
Now, the guy who's currently holding the keys to this wrestling wonderland is none other than Billy Corgan, the frontman of The Smashing Pumpkins. Yes, you read that right. The dude who wrote "1979" is now the custodian of wrestling history. It's like if Stephen Hawking suddenly became a WWE commentator.
Corgan acquired the rights to the Houston Wrestling Library when he bought the NWA. It's a bit like finding a lost Picasso in your attic. Except, instead of a painting, it's hours and hours of legendary matches.
A Library of Mysteries
But here's the kicker: even though Corgan owns the rights, he doesn't own all the footage. It's like owning a house but not the furniture. Some of the tapes are still floating around in the wrestling ether, hidden in dusty basements and forgotten warehouses. It's a real-life version of "Where's Waldo?" but with more spandex and piledrivers.
What Does the Future Hold?
So, what does this all mean for wrestling fans? Well, hopefully, it means more access to this incredible piece of wrestling history. Corgan has talked about releasing some of the footage, but we're still waiting for the big reveal. It's like waiting for Santa Claus, but with more body slams.
How To... Wrestling Library Edition
- How to become a wrestling historian? Start watching old matches, read books, and join online wrestling communities.
- How to impress your wrestling-obsessed friend? Drop some knowledge about the Houston Wrestling Library.
- How to find lost wrestling footage? Check flea markets, garage sales, and contact old-school wrestlers.
- How to get Billy Corgan to release more footage? Tweet at him constantly, use relevant hashtags, and send fan art.
- How to survive a suplex? Practice falling correctly and hope for the best.
