Nine Inch Nails, the iconic industrial rock band, is gearing up for an exciting summer with the much-anticipated release of their new album. The soundtrack for Tron: Ares is set to drop on September 19, just three weeks prior to the film’s official premiere on October 10, creating buzz among fans and critics alike.

This upcoming LP signifies the first new music from Nine Inch Nails since the simultaneous launch of Ghosts V: Together and Ghosts VI: Locusts in 2020, marking a significant return to the music scene for the band.

The announcement was excitingly accompanied by the debut single, the haunting track titled “As Alive as You Need Me to Be.” This song encapsulates the band’s unique style and can be experienced below.

Listen to Nine Inch Nails' 'As Alive as You Need Me to Be'

The soundtrack for the highly awaited third installment in the Tron film franchise boasts an impressive collection of two dozen new tracks, showcasing a diverse blend of both instrumental and vocal pieces crafted by Nine Inch Nails.

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Despite Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross’s extensive history of composing over 20 film scores throughout the decades—including the Oscar-winning soundtracks for 2010’s The Social Network and 2020’s Soul—Tron: Ares marks a noteworthy milestone as the first feature film soundtrack released under the Nine Inch Nails brand.

For those eager to learn more, the album’s track listing can be seen below, highlighting the creative depth and innovation of the band’s latest work.

“As Alive as You Need Me to Be” is also featured in the thrilling new trailer for the upcoming movie, adding to the anticipation.

Watch the Exciting ‘Tron: Ares’ Trailer

<pRecently, Nine Inch Nails kicked off their innovative tour in Dublin, featuring a setlist that included fan favorites from their extensive career, such as "March of the Pigs," "Closer," "Head Like a Hole," and "Hurt," which resonated deeply with the audience.

Catch Nine Inch Nails Live: Upcoming 2025 Tour Dates in North America

The North American leg of the Peel It Back World Tour is set to commence on August 6 with an electrifying performance in Oakland, California. This highly anticipated tour promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans.

Over the course of the next six weeks, Nine Inch Nails will traverse various cities, including Seattle, Toronto, Cleveland, and Phoenix, culminating in two exhilarating nights at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.

For fans eager to plan ahead, the comprehensive list of dates for the North American leg of Nine Inch Nails’ tour can be found below.

Nine Inch Nails, ‘Tron: Ares’ Track Listing
1. INIT
2. FORKED REALITY
3. AS ALIVE AS YOU NEED ME TO BE
4. ECHOES
5. THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING
6. IN THE IMAGE OF
7. I KNOW YOU CAN FEEL IT
8. PERMANENCE
9. INFILTRATOR
10. 100% EXPENDABLE
11. STILL REMAINS
12. WHO WANTS TO LIVE FOREVER?
13. BUILDING BETTER WORLDS
14. TARGET IDENTIFIED
15. DAEMONIZE
16. EMPATHETIC RESPONSE
17. WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?
18. A QUESTION OF TRUST
19. GHOST IN THE MACHINE
20. NO GOING BACK
21. NEMESIS
22. NEW DIRECTIVE
23. OUT IN THE WORLD
24. SHADOW OVER ME

Nine Inch Nails, Peel It Back World Tour 2025 – North American Leg
Aug 06 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena
Aug 08 – Portland, OR – Moda Center
Aug 10 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
Aug 12 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
Aug 14 – West Valley City, UT – Maverik Center
Aug 15 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Aug 17 – Saint Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center
Aug 19 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Aug 20 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Aug 22 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
Aug 23 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Aug 26 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena
Aug 27 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center
Aug 29 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
Aug 31 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse
Sep 02 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
Sep 3 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
Sep 05 – Raleigh, NC – Lenovo Center
Sep 06 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Sep 09 – Duluth, GA – Gas South Arena
Sep 10 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena
Sep 12 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
Sep 13 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
Sep 16 – Phoenix, AZ – PHX Arena
Sep 18 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Sep 19 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum