Atlanta metal legends Mastodon have announced that they are mutually parting ways with founding lead guitarist Brent Hinds. This marks the band's first lineup change since vocalist Eric Saner left the band before Mastodon's debut, 2002's Remission, stampeded onto the scene.
In a social media post on March 7th, which you can view below, the band underscored their respect for Hinds.
"We're deeply proud of and beyond grateful for the music and history we've shared and we wish him nothing but success and happiness in his future endeavors. We are still very inspired and excited to show up for fans in this next chapter of Mastodon. As we move forward, all 2025 touring plans will remain intact. We look forward to seeing you on the road."
While Hinds has had less creative input in Mastodon's newer releases, his incredibly unique, banjo-influenced playing style and high-octane twang sets him apart – many fans view him as the key ingredient to the prog-metal leviathans.
No replacement has yet been announced for Hinds; Mastodon's upcoming tour dates are below (they're flanked by Periphery and Coheed & Cambria), and you can buy tickets here.
05/10 Salem, VA @ Salem Civic Center
05/11 Knoxville, TN @ Knoxville Civic Coliseum
05/13 Raleigh, NC @ Red Hat Amphitheater
05/15 Wilmington, NC @ Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park
05/16 Charleston, SC @ Firefly Distillery
05/17 Augusta, GA @ William B Bell Auditorium (no Mastodon)
05/19 Estero, FL @ Hertz Arena
05/21 Huntsville, AL @ Orion Amphitheater
05/22 Lexington, KY @ Rupp Arena
05/24 Virginia Beach, VA @ The Dome
05/25 Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater
05/26 Saratoga Springs, NY @ Broadview Stage at SPAC
05/28 Portland, ME @ Cross Insurance Arena
05/30 Syracuse, NY @ Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
05/31 Scranton, PA @ The Pavilion at Montage Mountain
06/01 Youngstown, OH @ Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre
06/03 Fort Wayne, IN @ Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
06/04 Peoria, IL @ Peoria Civic Center Arena
06/06 Grand Rapids, MI @ Van Andel Arena
06/07 Green Bay, WI @ Resch Center
06/08 Waukee, IA @ Vibrant Music Hall
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