Guitarist speaks on former bandmate departure

Guitarist speaks on former bandmate departure

Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher opened up about the abrupt departure of guitarist/vocalist Brent Hinds — chalking it up to people growing apart.

Bill Kelliher, guitarist of Mastodon, spoke about the departure of Brent Hinds from the band, considering that it was time to take separate paths. Ben Eller, who replaced Hinds for the upcoming concerts, said he was honored to play with the band. Bill Kelliher: "It was just the right time" In a [...]

Last week, Mastodon surprisingly announced the separation of founding member, lead guitarist and co-singer Brent Hinds – after 25 years together. ... The post Mastodon: Bill Kelliher on the separation of Brent Hinds – "It was a difficult decision that we all had to make" appeared first on MoreCore.de.

Mastodon on Brent Hinds' departure: "Like a marriage, sometimes people grow apart"

Mastodon have commented on the recent departure of founding guitarist Brent Hinds – see what they had to say below. READ MORE: Sharon Osbourne and Tony Iommi tell us about Black Sabbath’s finale: “Usually this thing is done when you’re dead” Late last week, founding guitarist Brent Hinds and Mastodon that they were amicably parting ways after 25 years together. The band wrote at the time: “We’re deeply proud of and beyond grateful for the music…

Mastodon’s Bill Kelliher talks Brent Hinds departure: ‘It’s amazing that we made it 25 years with the four of us’ – 105.7 The Point

Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher has opened up regarding the departure of his now former bandmate, Brent Hinds.The "Blood and Thunder" metallers announced Friday that they and Hinds had "mutually decided… Source

Mastodon's Bill Kelliher talks Brent Hinds departure: 'It's amazing that we made it 25 years with the four of us'

Barry Brecheisen/Getty Images Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher has opened up regarding the departure of his now former bandmate, Brent Hinds. The “Blood and Thunder” metallers announced Friday that they and Hinds had “mutually decided to part ways.” It marks the first major lineup change for the band in 25 years, which has featured the same four founding members — Hinds, Kelliher, drummer Brann Dailor and bassist Troy Sanders — for every one of …