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Mastodon Seeks New Guitarist Amid Band Transition

3/15/2025

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Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher opened up about the band's quest for a new member to fill Brent Hinds' shoes in a recent Guitar World interview. He stressed the importance of finding a talented musician who can handle the rigors of touring. Meanwhile, the future of current fill-in Ben Eller hangs in the balance as the band gears up for new shows and an album.

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Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher opened up about the band's quest for a new member to fill Brent Hinds' shoes in a recent Guitar World interview. He stressed the importance of finding a talented musician who can handle the rigors of touring. Meanwhile, the future of current fill-in Ben Eller hangs in the balance as the band gears up for new shows and an album.