Nine Inch Nails

During the time of this live recording on November 30, 2012, Nine Inch Nails was in an interesting phase of their career. The band had recently released 'Hesitation Marks' in 2013, which marked their first studio album in five years and was hailed for its exploration of themes like isolation and digital alienation. The Staples Center performance of 'The Wretched' showcases the band's powerful stage presence and reflects a return to form after a hiatus. It's fascinating to note that 'The Wretched' originally appeared on the band's 1999 album 'The Fragile'—a well-loved and complex work that often gets overshadowed by their earlier hits. This live version hints at their evolution both musically and thematically, offering a raw glimpse into how the band reinvigorated their sound for a new generation while remaining rooted in their iconic industrial sound.

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