Brent Hinds, Mastodon Guitarist, Tragically Killed in Motorcycle Crash
Hey everyone, I’ve got some really sad news to share about a major figure in the world of heavy metal. Brent Hinds, the former lead guitarist of the Grammy-winning band Mastodon, has passed away at the age of 51. His death occurred in Atlanta late Wednesday night when his Harley-Davidson motorcycle collided with a car that failed to yield while making a turn. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office later confirmed his death, and the news has left the music community in shock.
Brent Hinds wasn’t just any guitarist. He co-founded Mastodon in 2000 alongside bassist Troy Sanders, guitarist Bill Kelliher, and drummer Brann Dailor. Over the years, the band became known for their ferocious mix of progressive metal, sludge rock, and experimental sounds. Hinds’ creative contributions were central to the group’s identity. Mastodon released several albums that achieved both critical and commercial success, including Emperor of Sand in 2017 and Once More ‘Round the Sun in 2014, both of which topped Billboard’s Rock Album chart. Their music earned six Grammy nominations, with one win in 2017 for the song “Sultan’s Curse.”
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Hinds had left Mastodon earlier this year, in March 2025. The split was described by the band as a mutual decision, but Hinds’ own comments on social media suggested there were tensions with his former bandmates. Despite that, Mastodon expressed heartfelt sentiments after his passing, saying they were heartbroken and still processing the loss of a creative force who had helped shape the music that touched countless fans worldwide. They asked for privacy for Brent’s family, friends, and fans during this incredibly difficult time.
Brent’s career extended beyond Mastodon. He was set to tour Europe later this year with Fiend Without a Face, a project that had started as a side band during his Mastodon days. He also briefly appeared with his bandmates on the HBO series Game of Thrones , showing that his presence extended into pop culture as well.
Hinds’ impact on heavy metal cannot be overstated. From the band’s early albums like Remission and Leviathan , which helped bring them into the metal mainstream, to their later, more progressive works, his musicianship and vision were undeniable. Fans and fellow musicians are mourning the loss of someone whose artistry, energy, and creativity defined a generation of rock and metal music.
It’s a tragic reminder of how fleeting life can be, even for those who seem larger than life on stage. Brent Hinds’ legacy will live on through the music he helped create, and he will be deeply missed by the world of rock and metal.
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