Nine Inch Nails / Live Band
Stu Brooks
Stu “Bassie” Brooks, born July 7, 1978, is a Canadian-born bassist, composer, and producer based in Los Angeles. A founding member of Dub Trio, he has also worked with Dr. John, Perry Farrell, Matisyahu, and Danny Elfman.
Brooks joined Nine Inch Nails for the 2026 Peel It Back dates after performing with Josh Freese and Robin Finck in Danny Elfman’s band. He played bass and additional instruments in the winter lineup.
- With Nine Inch Nails
- 2026–present
- Selected work
- Dub Trio; Danny Elfman; Dr. John; 40HZ
Profile
Stu Brooks and Nine Inch Nails
- NIN relationship
- Current touring multi-instrumentalist
- Documented span
- 2026–present
- Primary roles
- Bass, guitar, keyboards and backing vocals
Work with Nine Inch Nails
Stu Brooks joined the Nine Inch Nails touring lineup for the 2026 leg of Peel It Back. Working across bass, guitar, keyboards and backing vocals, he occupies a flexible position within an ensemble whose members frequently shift instruments between songs.
His arrival follows years of overlapping musical relationships with NIN-associated players, including Josh Freese and Robin Finck through Danny Elfman’s recording and live projects.
NIN Timeline
2020–2025
Connections through Danny Elfman
Works with Josh Freese, Robin Finck and other NIN-associated musicians on Danny Elfman recordings and performances.
September 2025
Invitation and preparation
Begins preparing for a role in the NIN live ensemble ahead of the next Peel It Back dates.
2026
Joins Nine Inch Nails
Enters the touring lineup for the 2026 Peel It Back leg as a multi-instrumentalist.
2026–present
Current live role
Performs bass, guitar, keyboards and backing vocals within the evolving stage arrangements.
Tours and Live Roles
2026–present
Peel It Back
Brooks joins the later touring lineup in a flexible instrumental role, replacing Alessandro Cortini’s position within the ensemble while adapting parts to the current production.
Notable Performances and Documents
2026
Peel It Back
The 2026 dates provide the first public record of Brooks performing as a member of the NIN live ensemble.
Current era
NIN Live Arrangements
The ensemble’s instrument-swapping approach provides context for Brooks’s bass, guitar, keyboard and vocal responsibilities.
Selected Work Beyond NIN
Dub Trio
Founding bassist of the instrumental group known for combining dub production techniques with heavy rock.
Solo work
Records and performs under his own name, including the project 40HZ.
Danny Elfman
Performer and producer on Big Mess-related recordings and live productions alongside several NIN-associated musicians.
Collaborations
Recording and touring work includes Dr. John, Perry Farrell, Dominic Fike and other artists.