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Brent Hinds had a trove of solo material that was never released, according to his former bandmate
By Matt Owen published
Duane Trucks of Fiend Without a Face has shed light on some unheard material that the Mastodon guitarist created before his tragic death

Mastodon have seemingly confirmed their new guitar player – revealing Nick Johnston is writing and recording for their next albums
By Phil Weller published
The guitarist had been drafted in as a touring guitarist following Brent Hinds’ departure, but it seems he’s part of the band’s long-term planning

Brent Hinds found to be “at fault” for the tragic motorcycle accident that led to his death, police determine
By Janelle Borg published
The former Mastodon guitarist died in a motorcycle crash in August 2025

Atlanta police release further details of Brent Hinds' fatal motorcycle accident
By Janelle Borg published
The former Mastodon guitarist died following the accident that occurred on August 20

Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher issues first public statement following Brent Hinds' death
By Janelle Borg published
Hinds, Mastodon's co-founder and co-leader for a quarter century, died last week following a tragic motorcycle accident

Mastodon honor Brent Hinds onstage at their first live performance since the guitarist's death
By Phil Weller published
Drummer Brann Dailor led the tributes after an emotionally charged set dedicated to the guitar hero

“He wanted to be remembered for bringing country music into metal”: Brent Hinds, 1974-2025 – the guitar world pays tribute
By Matt Owen published
The former Mastodon guitarist died aged 51 following a fatal motorcycle accident, and his peers have now come out to honor his life and legacy

Co-leader of Mastodon for a quarter century, Brent Hinds was a one-of-a-kind guitarist who took metal guitar into uncharted territory
By Jackson Maxwell published
Hinds was killed in a motorcycle accident on Wednesday, August 20
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