Mastodon Salutes Brent Hinds at Alaska Show
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Mastodon Honors Late Guitarist Brent Hinds at First Alaska Show
Mastodon paid tribute to former guitarist Brent Hinds at their inaugural performance in Alaska on August 22,2024,one day after his tragic death in a motorcycle accident in Atlanta. Hinds, a founding member who departed the band in March 2024, was remembered fondly by his bandmates and fans alike. Details of the accident were reported by Spin magazine.
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Brann Dailor’s On-Stage remembrance
Drummer Brann Dailor addressed the audience at the Alaska State fair,sharing heartfelt memories of Hinds.”We lost somebody very special to us yesterday. Brent Hinds. 25 years with us as our guitar player,” dailor stated. “One of the most creative, stunning people that we’ve ever come across in this world tragically left us. Very, very unfortunate. We loved him so so so very much.”
Dailor acknowledged the complexities of their long-standing relationship. “You know,we had the ups and downs of a 25-year relationship.You know what I mean? Its not always perfect. It’s not always amazing. But we were brothers to the end and we really loved each other. We made a lot a lot of very beautiful music together.”
He continued, emphasizing the enduring legacy of their music: “I think that that’s going to stand the test of time, evidenced by you people here tonight. So, we will continue to play Brent’s beautiful, beautiful music that he helped us make. We formed this band together and traveled the world together, slept in a van together, laid our heads down on beds of fuckin’ kitty litter, got way too drunk to remember anything the next day about a thousand million times over and over again. The love that we shared and the beauty, all the audiences that we played for, all the stages we stepped on. We’re just at a loss for…” Dailor’s voice trailed off,conveying the band’s profound grief.
Brent Hinds’ Career and Impact
Brent Hinds was a pivotal figure in Mastodon’s formation and success. Known for his distinctive guitar playing and songwriting contributions, Hinds helped shape the band’s progressive metal sound. Mastodon released eight studio albums with Hinds as a member, achieving critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. His departure in March 2024 followed a period of intermittent absences from touring and recording.
Mastodon Studio Album Discography (with Brent Hinds)
| Album Title | Year Released |
|---|---|
| Remission | 2002 |
| Leviathan | 2004 |
| Call of the Mastodon | 2006 |
| crack the Skye | 2009 |
| The Hunter | 2011 |
| Once More ‘Round the sun | 2014 |
| Emperor of Sand | 2017 |
| Hushed and Grim | 2021 |
hinds was also involved in several side projects, including Giraffe Tongue Orchestra, showcasing his versatility as a musician.
reactions and Tributes
The news of hinds’ death prompted an outpouring of grief and tributes from fellow musicians and fans across the metal community. Social media platforms were flooded with messages expressing condolences and celebrating his musical legacy. Many artists cited Hinds as an influence, praising his innovative guitar work and unique songwriting style.