Nine Inch Nails Stun Manchester: Rare Classics, Tour Debuts & Techno Twists Light Up Co‑op Live setlist……..
On June 17, 2025, Nine Inch Nails delivered a powerhouse performance at Co‑op Live, Manchester, that thrilled long-time fans and newcomers alike. A newly shared setlist reveals a dynamic four-act journey mixing deep cuts, fresh material, and electrifying tech twists :
Act 1 (B‑Stage):
A Minute to Breathe (a live debut, cover from Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross)
That’s What I Get (reintroduced acoustically—first since 1991)
The Fragile (first live rendition since 2009)
Act 2 (Main Stage):
Eraser (instrumental transition)
Wish, March of the Pigs, Reptile, Copy of A, Gave Up
Act 3 (B‑Stage with Boys Noize):
Vessel, Branches/Bones, Came Back Haunted – all delivered with a fresh techno remix twist
Act 4 (Main Stage):
Tour debuts of Somewhat Damaged, Less Than, Survivalism, and The Perfect Drug
Classic closers: Head Like a Hole, Hurt
A brief outro tape: Song to the Siren
Fan Reaction
Reddit fans were electrified. One user posted:
> “That’s What I Get being played this tour was definitely not on my bingo card, especially not an acoustic version WTF!”
Another added:
> “Act 4 is banger after banger holy shit”
It’s clear the band balanced nostalgia with innovation—surprising fans with rare tracks and fresh arrangements.
Wider Manchester Musical Landscape
Lucy Dacus at Manchester Academy
Just days earlier, Lucy Dacus performed tracks from her album Forever is a Feeling at Manchester Academy. Her set included fan favorites like “Best Guess” and “True Blue,” plus a poignant encore of “Night Shift,” with local support from jasmine.4.t . Press coverage praised her lyrical depth and emotional delivery .
Stevie Wonder’s Co‑op Live Return
A legend returned—Stevie Wonder is slated to play at Co‑op Live on July 5, 2025. Fans can expect an evening packed with timeless classics like “Superstition” and “Isn’t She Lovely,” reinforcing Manchester’s reputation for attracting musical icons .
Why NIN’s Setlist Matters
Deep Nostalgia & Fresh Impact: Tracks like “That’s What I Get” and “The Fragile” hadn’t been played live in decades.
Techno Reinvention: Collaboration with Boys Noize offered bold, dancefloor-ready reinterpretations.
Tour Debuts Galore: Introduced rarely performed songs (Somewhat Damaged, Survivalism, The Perfect Drug), giving longtime fans something new.
Final Thoughts
The June 17 Nine Inch Nails show at Manchester was more than just a concert—it was a living musical archive reimagined. With acoustic gems, long-lost classics, and electrifying remixes, the band delivered what fans are calling one of their most memorable UK performances in years.
In the weeks ahead, keep an ear out for more setlist drops from upcoming Manchester shows—es
pecially Stevie Wonder’s return and Oasis’s anticipation-building residency buzz.