Nine Inch Nails Deliver 21-Song Set at TD Garden

Band performs rare tracks and welcomes guest appearance during 100-minute show in Boston

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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Nine Inch Nails took the stage at TD Garden in Boston on February 13, delivering a 21-song, 100-minute set as part of their Peel It Back Tour. The band played a mix of hits and rarities, including several songs they had skipped during their previous visit to the same arena in August 2025. Frontman Trent Reznor addressed the audience, expressing his love for the city while wondering if fans were tired of seeing the band return so soon. The show featured a guest appearance from electronic artist Boys Noize, who joined Nine Inch Nails on the B-stage.

Why it matters

Nine Inch Nails' return to Boston highlights the band's enduring popularity and their ability to deliver dynamic live performances that keep fans engaged. The inclusion of rare tracks and a guest appearance also demonstrates the group's commitment to providing unique experiences for their audience on each tour stop.

The details

Nine Inch Nails kicked off the show with a stripped-down version of "Something I Can Never Have" on a smaller platform, before being joined by the full band for "Non-Entity." The group then shifted to the main stage, where drummer Josh Freese, recently let go by Foo Fighters, had joined the lineup. The setlist spanned the band's discography, with highlights including "Piggy (Nothing Can Stop Me Now)" and remixed takes on "She's Gone Away" and "Closer." Boys Noize, who had opened the show, returned during the third act to collaborate with Nine Inch Nails on the B-stage.

  • Nine Inch Nails performed at TD Garden in Boston on February 13, 2026.
  • The band had previously played at the same venue in August 2025.

The players

Trent Reznor

The frontman and founder of Nine Inch Nails, who addressed the audience during the show.

Stu Brooks

The bassist for Nine Inch Nails, who prowled around the stage during the performance.

Robin Finck

The guitarist for Nine Inch Nails, who also moved around the stage during the show.

Atticus Ross

The member of Nine Inch Nails who manned the mixing board during the concert.

Josh Freese

The drummer who recently joined Nine Inch Nails after being let go by Foo Fighters.

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What they’re saying

“I didn't really look at the schedule. And then last week, I went, 'We're f***ing going back to Boston!'”

— Trent Reznor (Boston.com)

What’s next

The band is continuing their Peel It Back Tour, with upcoming stops in other major cities.

The takeaway

Nine Inch Nails' dynamic live performances and willingness to surprise fans with rare tracks and guest appearances have solidified their status as one of the most compelling live acts in rock music, even as they return to familiar tour stops like Boston.