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Mastodon’s Brent Hinds Dead at 51 in Motorcycle Crash: 'We Are in a State of Unfathomable Sadness,' Says Band
The guitarist and the Grammy-winning heavy metal band went their separate ways earlier this year
- Mastodon’s guitarist Brent Hinds has died in a motorcycle crash at 51
- The musician learned how to play the banjo as a teenager and transferred the skillset into his performing with the heavy metal band for 25 years
- Earlier this year, Mastodon announced tha Hinds was leaving the band
“We are in a state of unfathomable sadness and grief… last night Brent Hinds passed away as a result of a tragic accident,” a statement from the band said via Instagram on Aug. 21 with a black-and-white photo of the musician.
“We are heartbroken, shocked, and still trying to process the loss of this creative force 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 family, friends, and fans," continued the band.
“At this time, we please ask that you respect everyone’s privacy during this difficult time,” further read the post. “RIP Brent.”
Per Atlanta News First, on Wednesday, Aug. 20, around 11:35 p.m., Hinds was riding a Harley Davidson motorcycle when he collided with a BMW SUV that didn’t yield while making a turn at an intersection.
A police report stated Hinds was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel.
The musician, whose full name is William Brent Hinds, was born in 1974 and grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, per Pitchfork.
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Holy shit, dude.
Rest in Peace, fucking love Mastodon, was sad when Brent left, but this... man...
EDIT: Just seen it was discussed in the metal thread, but man, still shocked.
