Former Mastodon guitarist Brent Hinds dies in motorcycle crash

Mastodon guitarist Brent Hinds, formerly of the band and a key figure in the heavy metal scene, tragically passed away in a motorcycle crash at 51. The collision occurred in Atlanta, Georgia, when his Harley-Davidson collided with a BMW SUV. His former bandmates expressed profound sorrow and shock at the loss on social media. Tributes poured in from fellow musicians like Queens of the Stone Age and Alice in Chains, honoring his legacy in the music industry.