The Nine Inch Nails Peel It Back Tour is on its way back to metro Phoenix for a concert at Desert Diamond Arena on Friday, March 6, 2025.

This is Nine Inch Nails’ first tour since 2022. When the tour hit London, the concert was hailed in Kerrang! as “one of the year’s most exceptional gigs" from "a live band that, on form like this, is inarguably the best in the world. Bow down.”

After launching in Europe, the Peel It Back Tour hit the States in early August, treating fans in Oakland, California, to a mix of hits and deep cuts that continue to define their legacy as a seminal force in industrial rock.

The tour hit Phoenix, playing what was then called PHX Arena (now called Mortgage Matchup Center), on Sept. 16, 2025.

Here's everything you need to know before you go to Desert Diamond Arena.

Nine Inch Nails brings its Peel It Back tour to Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale on Friday, March 6.

Desert Diamond Arena is at 9400 W. Maryland Ave. in Glendale, Arizona, west of downtown Phoenix, in the Westgate Entertainment District.

As of Feb. 25, Ticketmaster had tickets available for $59.40.

German music producer Boys Noize was set to open for Nine Inch Nails.

Doors open at 7 p.m.

The concert starts at 8 p.m.

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These are the songs that made the setlist from Nine Inch Nails' first 2026 date of the Peel It Back tour as shared online by fans who attended the concert:

Act 1: B-Stage

"Something I Can Never Have" (Tour debut with Depeche Mode's "Stripped" snippet)

"Non-Entity" (Tour debut)

"Piggy (Nothing Can Stop Me Now)"

Act II: Main Stage

"Wish" (with Josh Freese drum intro)

"March of the Pigs"

"The Frail"

"Reptile"

"Heresy"

"Copy of A"

"Gave Up"

Act III: B-Stage with Boys Noize

"Vessel" (remix with Boys Noize)

"Closer" (remix with Boys Noize)

"Parasite" (How to Destroy Angels cover; remix with Boys Noize)

"As Alive as You Need Me to Be" (Extended outro by Boys Noize)

Act IV: Main Stage

"Somewhat Damaged"

"Less Than"

"The Perfect Drug"

"I'm Afraid of Americans" (David Bowie cover)

"The Hand That Feeds"

"Head Like a Hole"

"Hurt"

Allowed bags include crossbodies, clutches, wristlets and wallets no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. They do not have to be clear.

Prohibited bags include but are not limited to the following, even if the bag is clear:

Backpacks.

Purses that exceed the description above.

Laptop bags.

Camera bags.

Guests who require ADA or medical accommodations should contact Desert Diamond Arena Guest Services in advance of the concert.

Guests can bring one factory-sealed water bottle under 17 ounces.

Guests with dietary needs due to medical conditions or religious requirements can email Guest Services to discuss options.

Desert Diamond Arena offers phone charging services through chargeFUZE in multiple locations inside the arena.

All guests will be searched and have their belongings scanned. Desert Diamond Arena may confiscate items that could cause danger or disruption or are in breach of building policies.

Guests are subject to a metal-detector screening, visual inspection and bag inspection. To increase the efficiency of the process:

Arrive early.

Travel light and minimize the number of personal items.

Be ready for inspection before reaching the security screening by removing cellphones, keys, cameras and other personal items from your clothing.

Guests may be subject to a secondary hand wand screening and/or visual inspection. Any guest who declines to be searched may be denied entry.

Guns and other weapons are prohibited at Desert Diamond Arena. The arena does not provide lockers and will not check weapons at Guest Services.

Weapons include but are not limited to firearms (pursuant to A.R.S § 4-229), explosives, stun guns, handcuffs, brass knuckles, sticks, clubs, batons, martial arts instruments, pepper spray, tear gas, knives, etc.

Guests with such an item will be asked to remove it from the arena or dispose of it. Guests who refuse to comply will be ejected and may be subject to arrest.

Guests will respect and appreciate one another.

Guests will comply with arena staff instructions related to arena operational and emergency procedures.

Guests will sit only in their ticketed seat and show their ticket when requested.

Guests will enjoy the experience free from disruptive behavior, foul language, obscene gestures, fighting, unruly conduct or inconsiderate actions. Guests are encouraged to report any inappropriate behavior to security or personnel.

Guests will consume alcoholic beverages responsibly. Impaired, intoxicated or underage guests will be promptly and safely addressed.

Smoking, vaping and use of e-cigarettes are not permitted.

Overnight camping is not allowed on property.

Guests who fail to comply with the Code of Conduct may be ejected from the arena without a ticket refund.

Pets of any kind are prohibited in Desert Diamond Arena. Trained service animals and service animals in training are welcome and must be under control of the handler.

Service animals will rest in the seating area of the guest with a disability and not in the aisle. A guest whose service animal poses a threat to the safety of other guests or employees may be asked to escort the animal off the property.

The following items are prohibited:

Any object that can be used to inflict bodily injury or disrupt the event, chemical dispensing devices, noise-making devices, two-way radios.

Any item that may be deemed potentially harmful.

Cardboard poster tubes.

Backpacks, purses, laptop bags, camera bags, seat cushions and fanny packs.

Outside food, beverage, liquid containers, alcohol, cans, bottles, flasks (hydroflasks, metal, etc.) or coolers. Guests are allowed to bring a factory-sealed water bottle under 17 ounces.

Laptops, any type of personal computers and tablets.

Laser pointers, flashlights, handcuffs, fireworks.

Professional photography equipment, detachable/interchangeable lenses, audio/video recording devices, tripods, monopods (selfie sticks), tablets, laptops, computers, promotional materials.

Signs and posters must be under 2 feet by 3 feet, may not be attached to a pole or stick, and bear no message that may be construed as offensive. Messaging must be event specific. The use of flags or placards as a means of advertising is strictly prohibited.

Strollers, skateboards, skates, stickers, balloons, markers.

Pamphlets or product samples.

Drugs or illegal substances.

Cigarettes (including vapes and e-cigarettes). Desert Diamond Arena is a non-smoking facility.

Reentry is prohibited at all Desert Diamond Arena events.

Desert Diamond Arena is cashless. Cash is not accepted in the arena or for parking.

Lost items may be claimed at the Guest Services Center across from Section 115 during an event. During nonevent hours, items can be claimed at Gate 3 security or by calling 623-772-3475. Items will be retained for two weeks. After that, they may be donated to charity.

Desert Diamond Arena parking lots open one hour prior to the door time. Parking is available in lots G, J, L, Yellow, Garage, South VIP, East VIP or West VIP.

Parking costs $15-$75 depending on location.

Prepaid parking provides expedited entry and exit, close proximity to the arena and guaranteed parking until 30 minutes after the event start time.

Prepaid parking can be purchased through parkwhiz.com up to one hour prior to the event.

Guests with prepaid parking should follow the directions to the specific parking lot. Guests without prepaid parking can pay with credit cards only. Cash is not accepted.

Prepaid parking passes are for one regular 12-foot by 18-foot parking space. Oversized vehicles must pay for as many spaces as the vehicle will occupy.

Desert Diamond Arena does not permit overnight parking.

Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more. He did the same in Pittsburgh for more than a decade. Follow him on X and Instagram @edmasley and on Facebook as Ed Masley. Email him at ed.masley@arizonarepublic.com.

This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Guide to Nine Inch Nails concert in Glendale. See setlist, openers