Brent Hinds, former guitarist of Mastodon, was killed last night, August 20th, in a motorcycle accident in Atlanta, GA. He was 51 years old. Atlanta News First broke the news.
Mastodon issued the following statement on Hinds’ passing:
“We are in a state of unfathomable sadness and grief… last night Brent Hinds passed away as a result of a tragic accident. 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. At this time, we please ask that you respect everyone’s privacy during this difficult time.
RIP Brent.”