Tributes have been paid to the guitarist and singer Brent Hinds, best known for his work with the heavy metal band Mastodon, following his death in a motorcycle crash in the US.
Hinds, who was 51, died in Atlanta, Georgia on Wednesday night in a crash involving his motorcycle and a car.
His death was later confirmed by the Fulton County medical examiner's office.
In a post on Instagram, Mastodon said: "We are in a state of unfathomable sadness and grief… last night (Wednesday) 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."
Born William Brent Hinds in Helena, Alabama in 1974, Hinds co-founded the Grammy Award-winning Mastodon in 2000 alongside singer and bassist Troy Sanders, guitarist Bill Kelliher, and drummer and singer Brann Dailor.
He played on all of Mastodon's albums from their 2002 debut, Remission, to their most recent album, 2021's Hushed and Grim.
Hinds's exit from Mastodon was announced earlier this year.
Here are some of the many tributes:
Rest in Peace Brent Hinds
— QOTSA (@qotsa) August 21, 2025
With love & respect
See you on the other side old friend
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Our hearts are broken with the news of Brent Hinds' tragic passing. It is an understatement to say that Mastodon forever changed the course of Relapse's history, for the absolute better. The records Mastodon released with Relapse are all time classics across any genre, and they… pic.twitter.com/2sTUkXJeNt
— Relapse Records (@RelapseRecords) August 21, 2025
We are deeply saddened by the heartbreaking news that Brent Hinds, guitarist and co-founder of Mastodon, has passed away. Brent was an extraordinary musician and a creative force whose artistry, passion, and influence helped shape Mastodon into one of the most innovative bands of… pic.twitter.com/WohBZZgNW6
— Warner Records (@warnerrecords) August 22, 2025
This has knocked the wind out of me. RIP to the great Brent Hinds. pic.twitter.com/BYLcxVgjE5
— William DuVall (@WilliamDuvall) August 21, 2025
We're heartbroken to hear about Brent Hinds’ passing. Our love goes out to his family, Troy, Bill Brann and everyone who was impacted by his legacy. pic.twitter.com/bmwWWGGyVK
— Stone Sour (@stonesour) August 21, 2025
