Former Mastodon guitarist and vocalist Brent Hinds died on Wednesday (Aug. 20) in a motorbike accident within the band’s hometown of Atlanta, Atlanta Information First reviews.

Hinds was driving his Harley Davidson when the motive force of a BMW SUV didn’t yield whereas making a flip, police mentioned.

The Fulton County medical expert’s workplace confirmed Hinds’ demise. He was 51.

Mastodon Reply to Demise of Brent Hinds

Mastodon responded to Hinds’ demise on Thursday (Aug. 21) in an Instagram publish, which you’ll see beneath.

“We’re in a state of unfathomable disappointment and grief … final night time Brent Hinds handed away on account of a tragic accident,” they wrote. “We’re heartbroken, shocked, and nonetheless making an attempt to course of the lack of this inventive drive with whom we’ve shared so many triumphs, milestones, and the creation of music that has touched the hearts of so many. Our hearts are with Brent’s household, buddies, and followers. At the moment, we please ask that you simply respect everybody’s privateness throughout this troublesome time.

“RIP Brent.”

How Lengthy Was Brent Hinds in Mastodon?

Born on Jan. 16, 1974, Hinds shaped Mastodon in 2000 alongside bassist/vocalist Troy Sanders, guitarist Invoice Kelliher and drummer/vocalist Brann Dailor. The lineup remained intact for 25 years and launched among the most acclaimed progressive metallic albums of the twenty first century, together with Leviathan, Blood Mountain and Crack the Skye.

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Mastodon introduced Hinds’ departure in March 2025.

“Mates and followers: After 25 monumental years collectively, Mastodon and Brent Hinds have mutually determined to half methods,” they wrote. “We’re deeply pleased with and past grateful for the music and historical past we have shared and we want him nothing however success and happiness in his future endeavors. We’re nonetheless very impressed and excited to indicate up for followers on this subsequent chapter of Mastodon. As we transfer ahead, all 2025 touring plans will stay intact. We look ahead to seeing you on the street.”

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Mastodon performed their first post-Hinds present with guitarist and YouTuber Ben Eller and later continued performing stay with progressive metallic guitarist Nick Johnston.

Within the months following his departure, Hinds insisted that the break up was neither mutual nor amicable. He referred to Mastodon as “a shit band with horrible people” and took particular purpose at Sanders and Dailor, claiming they “cannot sing collectively stay or wherever else i the world … the whole lot they attempt to sing within the studio is manipulated by autotune as a result of they’re incapable of singing in key.”

What Bands Did Brent Hinds Play With After Mastodon?

Hinds shortly resumed enjoying with a number of different bands following his Mastodon exit, working with Fiend With no Face, West Finish Motel and Soiled B & the Boys. All three bands shared a stage in April at Atlanta’s Wild Heaven Backyard Membership throughout an occasion dubbed “An Night With Brent Hinds.”

Musically (and sometimes personally), Hinds introduced an fringe of unpredictability to Mastodon. His blistering harsh vocals and vivacious guitar enjoying — which mixed sludgy riffs, fluid leads, banjo-style fingerings and psychedelic excursions — left an indelible mark on the band’s sound.