Oh boy, are you guys ready for some emotional rollercoaster? Because MASTODON just dropped a 35-minute video talking about their relationship with the late Brent Hinds, and I’m not crying, you’re crying 🤧. The band shared this super personal and intimate conversation, and I’m just over here wondering why I’m still single and they’re out here being all emotional and stuff. Anyway, Brent Hinds, the co-founding guitarist/vocalist of MASTODON, left the band in March 2025 and sadly passed away in a motorcycle accident just five months later. I mean, what’s the deal with musicians and motorcycles, right? It’s like they’re trying to live out some kind of tragic rockstar myth or something.
So, MASTODON released this video, and in a message accompanying it, they said: “Hello Everyone. We just wrapped up Europe and every country we hit showed up and gave us everything! Truly a summer we’ll never forget! We can’t thank you enough for rockin’ with us!” Yeah, because what’s a better way to celebrate a successful tour than by talking about your dead bandmate? I mean, I’m not saying they’re being insensitive or anything, but maybe they could’ve just stuck to the usual “thanks for rocking out with us” speech. But hey, at least they’re being real, right?
The Story of Brent Hinds and MASTODON
MASTODON explained that they wanted to share their side of the story about their 25-year relationship with Brent Hinds, because, you know, the internet can be a pretty harsh place, and they didn’t want people to get the wrong idea. They said: “We’ve all seen the clips, headlines, and speculations, but we haven’t told our story in our own words about our 25 year relationship.” And honestly, it’s pretty brave of them to open up like this. I mean, can you imagine having to talk about your deceased bandmate and all the drama that went down? It’s like they’re trying to give us all a glimpse into their therapy sessions or something.
According to the police report, Brent Hinds was riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle when he was hit by an SUV, and sadly, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation found that Hinds was at fault for the accident because he was speeding, which is just… yeah. It’s like, we get it, musicians like to live life on the edge, but come on, man. Anyway, MASTODON recruitment Nick Johnston, a Canadian musician, to fill in for Hinds on their spring 2025 tour and other recent shows. And let’s be real, the guy’s got some big shoes to fill, but hey, at least he’s got the skills to pay the bills.
But wait, there’s more! MASTODON just released a new song, “Your Ghost Again”, which is a tribute to Brent Hinds. The track was produced by Patrik Berger (Taylor Swift, Robyn) and CONVERGE guitarist Kurt Ballou, and it’s actually pretty good. I mean, it’s not like they’re trying to cash in on their deceased bandmate’s legacy or anything (just kidding, they totally are). The song is the first single from their upcoming ninth studio album, due later this year, and I’m actually kind of excited to see what they come up with next.
The Legacy of Brent Hinds
Brent Hinds was a talented musician who was involved in several projects apart from MASTODON, including GIRAFFE TONGUE ORCHESTRA, LEGEND OF THE SEAGULLMEN, and FIEND WITHOUT A FACE. He was also set to embark on a solo tour, “An Evening With Brent Hinds”, throughout Europe in November and December 2025. And let’s be real, the guy was a total rockstar, even if he was a bit of a wild card. I mean, who needs a motorcycle when you’ve got a guitar and a bad attitude, right?
MASTODON has had an incredible career, with nine Billboard 200-charting albums and six Grammy Award nominations. They even won a “Best Metal Performance” Grammy for “Sultan’s Curse” in 2018. And hey, at least they’re still making music, even if it’s not the same without Brent Hinds. I mean, it’s like they say: the show must go on, even if the show is now a tribute to your dead bandmate.
In conclusion, MASTODON’s video about Brent Hinds is a must-watch for any fan of the band or just music in general. It’s a powerful and emotional tribute to a talented musician who left us way too soon. So, go watch it, and try not to cry, okay? 🤧 And who knows, maybe they’ll even release a few more songs about Brent Hinds, because, you know, that’s not a cash grab at all.
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