Nine Inch Nails

Before the live recording referenced in the provided video, Nine Inch Nails had recently released their critically acclaimed album "The Fragile" in 1999. This album was notable for its ambitious double-disc format and a significant evolution in the band's sound, incorporating more melodic and atmospheric elements alongside their established industrial rock roots. During this period, Nine Inch Nails, headed by Trent Reznor, was gaining prominence for their elaborate stage shows and multimedia presentations, which became hallmarks of live performances. The energy and intensity of their concerts were further amplified by Reznor's personal struggles with fame and substance abuse, which were often reflected in the emotional depth of their music and performances. The band would continue to innovate and influence the industrial genre, leaving a lasting mark in the early 2000s with subsequent releases like "_with_teeth_" in 2005.

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