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Nine Inch Nails' Trent Reznor Talks New Music + Upcoming Live Dates

Chad Childers — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:13:37 +0000

There were a lot of thrilled fans when Trent Reznor revealed that Nine Inch Nails would end their touring retirement to play shows again this year. Now the frontman is talking about the upcoming tour and he reveals there's a remote possibility for some new material working its way into sets.

How to Destroy Angels To Release Debut Album 'Welcome Oblivion' in March

Chad Childers — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 19:16:36 +0000

After teasing fans in recent years with a pair of EPs, How to Destroy Angels have revealed their plans for their first full-length album. The group, featuring Nine Inch Nails mastermind Trent Reznor, revealed in a posting at their website that the new disc, titled 'Welcome Oblivion,' is expected on March 5.

Billy Howerdel Talks A Perfect Circle, Ashes Divide + Trent Reznor's Guitar Destruction

Chad Childers — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 18:24:32 +0000

A Perfect Circle will strap on the instruments for a handful of one-off shows and festival appearances in the coming months, but the big question remains as to when we'll see new music from the band. Guitarist and founder Billy Howerdel says that while nothing is imminent, he has been working on music for the group.

Trent Reznor Reveals New Nine Inch Nails Material 'In the Works'

Chad Childers — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 04:59:42 +0000

The news just keeps getting better for fans of Trent Reznor. While he has received many accolades for his soundtrack work over the last couple of years, fans have been longing for the return of Nine Inch Nails. Now comes word from Reznor himself that Nine Inch Nails are definitely back in action and working on new material.

Trent Reznor's How to Destroy Angels Set to Release New EP

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 23:50:11 +0000

Trent Reznor’s multi-faceted creative collective known as How to Destroy Angels have announced their plans to release their latest disc titled ‘An Omen EP,' due Nov. 13 digitally and on 12" vinyl. The six-song EP will be released via Columbia Records.

Nine Inch Nails' Trent Reznor Shares Musical Memories in Dave Grohl's 'Sound City' Film

Chad Childers — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:59:19 +0000

Trent Reznor is looking ahead to a busy 2013, but before that he's sharing a few thoughts on where it all started for him musically as part of the footage for Dave Grohl's 'Sound City' documentary.

Trent Reznor Composes 'Call of Duty: Black Ops II' Theme

Dave Kim — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 18:45:36 +0000

After a successful run in composing the scores for the films ‘The Social Network’ and ‘The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo,’ Nine Inch Nails mastermind Trent Reznor can add another title to his list. This time Reznor has created the theme for the upcoming video game ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops II.’

Trent Reznor Plans to Write Nine Inch Nails Songs in 2012

Dave Kim — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:24:42 +0000

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Trent Reznor has had his hands on many projects in the last couple of years. From composing the scores to movies like The Social Network and the upcoming The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, to his OTHER band How To Destroy Angels, Reznor is a busy guy. However, it seems the musician will return to his roots and work on new Nine Inch Nails material next year.

Trent Reznor's Score for 'Girl With the Dragon Tattoo' Sneak Peak

Andy Green — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 18:06:40 +0000

Trent Reznor has always been one of the busiest musicians on the rock scene. Whether he is working on an HBO series based on his albums, or whether he’s touring, making new music with various side projects… the guy rarely gets to sit back on a Saturday and have a beer. His latest project is [...]

I'm Out! 6 Videos of Rock Stars Getting Pissed on Stage [Videos]

Andy Green — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 18:26:51 +0000

When you think of the lavish day to day life of a successful rock musician, one thinks of naked strippers bathing you in a champagne hot tub (conveniently located between two giant mountains of cocaine.) The fact of the matter is, sometimes even a rock stars job can suck. Take for example a concert. Currently [...]

Trent Reznor Tells Fans Not to Buy Nine Inch Nails Reissue

Dave Kim — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:03:04 +0000

Attention all Nine Inch Nails fans: Trent Reznor is warning you NOT to buy the recent reissue of NIN’s groundbreaking debut album, Pretty Hate Machine. Reznor made sure to make his displeasure with the release public. Reznor posted on his Twitter account that the new Pretty Hate Machine reissue was “a record label bulls___ move [...]

Trent Reznor Says NIN Not Dead

Dave Kim — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:01:50 +0000

Trent Reznor continues to be in the news, but this time it should please Nine Inch Nails fans. Reznor revealed that new NIN music is in the horizon. The creator of Pretty Hate Machine and recent Oscar winner took to the NIN fan forum to thank his supporters and give an update on future [...]

Trent Reznor Wins An Oscar

Dave Kim — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:48:46 +0000

Who would have thought that the man who wrote the lyrics, “I want to f*#k you like an animal”, would win an Oscar? That’s exactly what happened Sunday night when Trent Reznor snagged himself a pretty trophy in front of all the Hollywood heavyweights. The Nine Inch Nails frontman and frequent collaborator Atticus Ross won [...]

Trent Reznor Wins Golden Globe

Dave Kim — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 14:50:04 +0000

Trent Reznor was a winner at last night’s Golden Globe Awards, which aired live from Los Angeles. The Nine Inch Nails mastermind, along with his How To Destroy Angels collaborator Atticus Ross, won the award for “Best Original Score” for The Social Network soundtrack. While I was hoping he would be very rebellious during his [...]

Trent Reznor battled self-doubt, alcoholism, making Nine Inch Nails albums

Dave Kim — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 17:22:42 +0000

Nine Inch Nails mastermind Trent Reznor revealed that the reason it took so long to release Nine Inch Nails albums was because he was too scared. Reznor spoke with PBS host Tavis Smiley about scoring the soundtrack to Facebook movie The Social Network. During the interview, the NIN leader revealed that self-doubt and alcoholism kept [...]

Trent Reznor to reissue 'Pretty Hate Machine'

Dave Kim — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 19:12:48 +0000

Trent Reznor plans to reissue the classic Nine Inch Nails album Pretty Hate Machine on November 22. SPIN.com reports that the release will include a cover of Queen’s “Get Down, Make Love” as well as remastered tracks. Pretty Hate Machine reissue tracklisting: 1. “Head Like a Hole” 2. “Terrible Lie” 3. “Down In It” 4. “Sanctified” [...]