A Hagiography of Nine Inch Nails and their Mystical Guitarist

This essay is a deeply personal reflection on the author's 25-year relationship with Nine Inch Nails, focusing on the band's music and the mystical aura surrounding their guitarist, Robin Finck. The author explores themes of rage, sexuality, and mysticism within NIN's work, detailing Finck's unique stage presence and playing style as a form of ecstatic experience. The writing process is likened to creating a hagiography, weaving together personal experiences of music, identity, and spiritual exploration into a compelling cultural critique and personal narrative. It's a captivating read for anyone interested in music, identity, or the power of artistic expression.