During a recent appearance on the Sixty Scales And The Truth podcast, Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher opened up about recruiting guitarist Nick Johnston. According to him, the band’s latest recruit “fits right in with” them. Kelliher said the following about replacing former guitarist Brent Hinds, who died after this interview took place: “We have gone…
During a recent interview with Bloodstock TV, Mastodon talked about covering Black Sabbath’s “Supernaut” during the band’s “Back To The Beginning” concert in Birmingham, England. Notably, they also revealed that they are planning to record a studio version of the track. Drummer/vocalist Brann Dailor said the following about getting invited to the show: “It was…
Mastodon’s Bill Kelliher has shared a new tribute for his late bandmate Brent Hinds. He said the following: “It’s been hard to get a grip on my emotions this week. We had our good and bad times just like in any relationship. All that we accomplished after that first fistfight in the van 25 years…
Alice In Chains vocalist/guitarist William DuVall, Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher, Metal Allegiance bassist Mark Menghi and Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante have released a cover of Soundgarden‘s “Rusty Cage“ as part of a Chris Cornell tribute project called King Ultramega. Proceeds from the track will be donated to MusiCares. Further information was shared in a press…
During an interview with Guitar World, Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher confirmed that the band’s new album will not include any contributions from ex-guitarist/vocalist Brent Hinds. The effort will only feature Kelliher, bassist/vocalist Troy Sanders, and drummer/vocalist Brann Dailor. Kelliher said the following about the record: “It’ll be the three of us. It’s stuff the three…
During a recent interview with Guitar World, Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher explained what the band are looking for when it comes to finding a replacement for guitarist/vocalist Brent Hinds. He also confirmed that the band are still unsure about their future with recent fill-in Ben Eller. Kelliher said the following about the group’s criteria: “Someone…
During a recent interview with Guitar World, Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher commented on parting ways with guitarist/vocalist Brent Hinds. According to him, “it was a hard decision [they] all had to make.” Kelliher said the following: “What can you say about the legacy of Mastodon’s first 25 years with Brent? It’s been a fun, wild…
Halloween is officially over and a number of rock/metal artists have taken to social media to share pictures of the costumes they wore this year. You can check out a bunch of those posts below: Charlie Benante (Anthrax, Pantera) and Carla Harvey (The Violent Hour, ex-Butcher Babies): View this post on Instagram A post shared…
It looks like guitarist Bill Kelliher (Mastodon) is working on a new project with vocalist John Garcia (ex-Kyuss), bassist Rich Mullins (ex-Karma To Burn), and drummer Nathan Limbaugh. Garcia recently confirmed the news during an appearance on “The Rockman Power Hour.” Host Jason Rockman told Garcia the following: “You and I have a friend in…
During a recent interview with Guitar Summit, Mastodon’s Bill Kelliher revealed that the band are planning to write a new album in 2024. According to him, “it’s past time to write a new record.” Kelliher said the following when was asked about the band’s new album and touring plans: “Yeah, all those things. I’m constantly…
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