NINE INCH NAILS

// Detroit, MI

Little Caesars Arena

Stories

"The show was absolutely amazing. I’ve been listening to NIN since I was born, no joke, and had been itching to see them live. This was my first NIN show, since it’d been a while since they were in Michigan, and I went with my dad who’d seen them many times, starting all the way back in the 90s when they only had Pretty Hate Machine released. I was sat pretty high up but i still got a great view. I have the tour hoodie, and my sister has the tee-shirt, and my dad sported one of his shirts from earlier NIN concerts. I cried during Hurt, like many others, and lost my voice screaming along. Year Zero has always been my favorite album as it was the first i was introduced to and I also am very well versed in its ARG - i focused on it very intensely my first years of highschool and it allowed me to escape from my horrible mental state - so hearing Vessel live was absolutely amazing. The show was extremely emotional for me as NIN has been with me my entire life and has helped me with so many struggling times."

Marah, 17, Detroit, Michigan, UNITED STATES

"I first started listening to them in the 90's when I saw the video for Head like a hole on MTV. I was completely mesmerized by what I saw and heard, just stood there in front of the TV in awe, unaware of my surroundings. Soaking up the darkness, the motions, the industrial sound that was new to me. I was 14 years old and totally smitten. I first saw them in concert I believe in 1994 with Marilyn Manson and Hole. I've seen them at least 4 times, maybe 5. Other bands come and go but NIN is the only band I have consistently listened to since the 90's."

Iggy, 50, Farmington Hills, United States

ALL SHOWS ATTENDED: 8/22/25 — Detroit, MI, 2/20/26 — Columbus, OH

I had seen NIN five times prior to the Peel It Back Tour, all the way back to 1994 at Pine Knob Music Theater directly in front of the speakers... literally blew me away. Fast forward to 2009 when I had the opportunity to photograph their tour stop at Pine Knob (again) with Jane's Addiction. This was the highlight of my concert photography career up to that point, and pretty much remains to this day. All this to say that everything prior to this tour was just the opening acts to the truly religious experience of 30+ years later hearing and seeing Trent & Co. at their utmost best. The atmosphere, the visuals, the aural orgasm of sound throughout the entire show has cemented these 2 shows (Detroit, MI and Grand Rapids, MI) as the best shows I've ever experienced. And, the icing on the cake, experiencing them both with my 26 year old son, Noah, who having grown up hearing NIN thru his old man was truly able to appreciate every... single... song... and detail. He even admitted, 'Best. Concerts. Ever!' Thank you, Trent, for everything from Day 1 thru today, and for whatever may develop in the future."

Brett, 54, DETROIT, UNITED STATES

ALL SHOWS ATTENDED: 8/22/25 — Detroit, MI, 2/22/26 — Grand Rapids, MI

"I made a connection with Nine Inch Nails in the early 90’s as a young child. As an artist, Nine Inch Nails has had a massive impact and influence on my personal artistic journey. I listened while I painted and felt a profound connection to a space where visual art and music complement each other. I could see the noise and translate it into something visually interesting. At 39 years old, having never been to a NIN show I finally made it to the Peel It Back Tour. This tour has been so special and important to me. It was not only personal because of a lifelong connection, but was the best live, immersive art exhibition I have ever experienced. I am sentimental and it was an emotional experience to see Nine Inch Nails live. I was blown away by stage B with Boys Noize. The Perfect Drug, I’m Afraid of American's, Reptile, Gave up and Wish were personal favorites. The visual production was immaculate and I loved the projections and use of light perfectly paired with every song. The design and production was excellent. Every detail down to the merch is so thoughtful. I will never forget the experience of this tour and am so grateful."

Stephanie Rae, 39, Kalamazoo, United States

ALL SHOWS ATTENDED: 8/22/25 — Detroit, MI, 2/22/26 — Grand Rapids, MI

"I must say these were the most beautiful experiences of my life. I’ve been a huge fan for many many years and these were my first times seeing NIN. The first time coming about 3 months after my little brother had passed (who loved NIN). It was the first time I had exited the house since that day. The emotion that hit me when Trent came out, couldn’t be put into words. Truly the biggest helping hand in keeping me here. Went home with a shirt, a smile, and a fire for life that was relit. Thanks!"

Kyle, 21, Detroit, Michigan, UNITED STATES

ALL SHOWS ATTENDED: 8/22/25 — Detroit, MI, 2/20/26 — Columbus, OH, 2/22/26 — Grand Rapids, MI, 3/10/26 — Anaheim, CA