Brent Hinds, 51, died in Atlanta after his Harley-Davidson collided with a BMW SUV whose driver did not yield while making a turn, with the crash occurring around 11:35pm and the Fulton County medical examiner confirming his death. Hinds co-founded Mastodon in 2000 with Troy Sanders, Bill Kelliher and Brann Dailor and became known as the band's lead guitarist. Mastodon posted that they were heartbroken and asked for privacy for Hinds' family, friends and fans. Earlier reports said the band and Hinds had mutually parted ways; Hinds later said he was forced out and criticized his ex-bandmates. Mastodon's early albums Remission and Leviathan helped elevate the group in the metal mainstream.
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, the band wrote. 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.
Brent Hinds, the former lead guitarist of the acclaimed heavy metal group Mastodon, was killed in Atlanta overnight. Police said Hinds, 51, died late on Wednesday after his Harley-Davidson collided with a BMW SUV whose driver did not yield while making a turn. The crash occurred at about 11.35pm. The Fulton county medical examiner's office later confirmed his death. Hinds co-founded Mastodon in 2000 alongside bassist Troy Sanders, guitarist Bill Kelliher and drummer Brann Dailor,
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