Trent Reznor Isn’t Sure if Nine Inch Nails Will Tour Anymore (But He’s Said That Before)

Rolling Stone Music

by Jon Blistein

March 2, 2026

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Trent Reznor has again suggested that Nine Inch Nails (NIN) may discontinue touring after their current "Peel It Back" tour concludes later this month. During a recent performance in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Reznor expressed uncertainty about future tours, a sentiment he's shared before but ultimately reversed. This isn't the first time Reznor has hinted at retirement from the road—his 2009 "Wave Goodbye Tour" was similarly met with skepticism by fans, as NIN continued to perform and release new music. The current tour, launched in 2022, features stripped-down versions of NIN's iconic songs and is set to wrap on March 16 in Sacramento. Reznor has also hinted at potential collaborations, including a performance at Coachella under the moniker Nine Inch Noize with Boys Noize. Despite his past remarks about stepping away from touring, Reznor and NIN have remained active on stage and in the studio, releasing albums like *Ghosts V: Together* and *Ghosts VI: Locusts* in 2020 and contributing to projects like *Tron: Ares*. Additionally, Reznor has continued his work in film composition with partner Atticus Ross. While Reznor's comments about ending tours may raise questions among fans, they also highlight the bittersweet reality of live music. Touring can be physically demanding, especially for artists in their later years, but it remains a vital part of connecting with audiences. For NIN fans, the uncertainty surrounding future performances

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Originally published on Rolling Stone Music on 3/2/2026