Mastodon Pays Tribute to Brent Hinds with ‘Your Ghost Again’ and Announces North American Tour

Celebrating Brent Hinds’ legacy, Mastodon releases heartfelt track ‘Your Ghost Again’ while gearing up for a major North American tour.

If you’ve ever been a fan of Mastodon, you know the magnetic pull of their sound — heavy riffs, intricate rhythms, and emotional depth. But recently, the band has taken a poignant step to honor one of its founding pillars, Brent Hinds, who tragically passed away last September. Nearly a year later, Mastodon releases “Your Ghost Again,” a moving tribute that carries the weight of memory and the bittersweet feeling of loss. And if that wasn’t enough to excite fans, they’ve also announced an extensive North American tour, sharing the stage with Deafheaven and Alcest.

Remembering Brent Hinds: A Ghost in Familiar Places

Brent Hinds, guitarist and co-founder of Mastodon, died at age 51 in a motorcycle accident in Atlanta last September. His departure from the band earlier in 2025 was marked by tension, but his imprint on Mastodon’s sound and spirit is indelible.

“Your Ghost Again” is the first piece of music Mastodon has released dedicated to Brent’s memory. It’s more than a song — it’s a mosaic of memories stitched together by archival footage showing Brent throughout his career with the band.

Drummer and vocalist Brann Dailor, who knew Brent intimately, shares the inspiration behind the track:

“It’s about being in those familiar places you used to be with people all the time, which for us was in the studio. I just kept seeing [Brent] out of the corner of my eye, where he would normally be with his guitar. It’s about that. Your mind plays tricks on you, especially so soon after someone dies and you’re in the places where they always were. You just see them.”

It’s a powerful sentiment, right? That lingering presence of a loved one in the very spaces they once inhabited — a feeling all too familiar for those who’ve lost someone close.

Crafting the Sound of Remembrance

The band was deliberate in choosing a song that would sound quintessentially Mastodon. Guitarist and vocalist Bill Kelliher explains the approach:

“We wanted to pick a song that sounds like Mastodon, and that has all the things in there, because it’s the first impression of what people are gonna hear. It speaks about things that have just happened and people passing... I could go deep but I don’t want to because a lot of that stuff’s personal.”

This balance between the personal and the universal is what gives “Your Ghost Again” its emotional resonance. You feel the weight of loss without it tipping into despair — there’s a sense of celebration woven in.

Bassist and vocalist Troy Sanders reveals the heart of the song’s bridge lyrics, which are a “two lines of pure gratitude towards Brent”:

“It’s ‘all the gifts from you, now you can take them back where you must go,’ meaning you came into my life, you exposed me to things that blew my mind, together we conquered thousands of stages around the world and had magical moments that we can never repeat again, but all the beauty that you brought it still remains. Always will.”

What a beautiful way to encapsulate the gift of friendship, music, and shared experience — the kind that never truly fades.

Tour Time: Mastodon Hits the Road This Fall

In tandem with this emotional release, Mastodon has announced a major North American tour kicking off in mid-September. This trek feels like a celebration of their legacy, a chance for fans to come together and experience the band’s energy live once again.

Supporting acts Deafheaven and Alcest will join throughout the tour, with King Woman appearing on select dates — a lineup sure to thrill fans of heavy, atmospheric, and expansive music.

Mastodon’s Fall 2026 North American Tour Dates

• Sept. 16: Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live Orlando
• Sept. 18: Asheville, NC – Asheville Yards
• Sept. 19: Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
• Sept. 20: Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life 2026
• Sept. 22: Philadelphia, PA – Franklin Music Hall
• Sept. 23: Boston, MA – Citizens House of Blues Boston
• Sept. 24: Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
• Sept. 25: Washington, D.C. – The Anthem
• Sept. 27: Montréal, QC – MTELUS
• Sept. 28: Toronto, ON – REBEL
• Sept. 29: Buffalo, NY – Buffalo RiverWorks
• Oct. 1: Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit
• Oct. 2: Chicago, IL – The Riviera Theater
• Oct. 3: Minneapolis, MN – Palace Theatre
• Oct. 6: Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex
• Oct. 7: Boise, ID – Revolution Center
• Oct. 9: Oakland, CA – Fox Theater
• Oct. 10: Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium
• Oct. 11: San Diego, CA – The Sound
• Oct. 14: Denver, CO – Fillmore Plaza
• Oct. 16: West Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom
• Oct. 17: St. Louis, MO – The Pageant
• Oct. 18: Memphis, TN – Satellite Music Hall
• Oct. 20: Cleveland, OH – Agora Theater & Ballroom
• Oct. 21: Greensboro, NC – Piedmont Hall
• Oct. 22: Atlanta, GA – The Eastern
• Oct. 24: Fort Worth, TX – Sick New World Texas 2026 Festival

A Lasting Legacy Through Music and Memory

“Your Ghost Again” isn’t just a song, it’s an emotional archive — a reminder that even though Brent Hinds is no longer here, his spirit remains woven into the fabric of Mastodon’s music and the hearts of fans worldwide.

If you’ve ever visited the studio, caught a show, or simply lost yourself in one of their albums, you might relate to Brann Dailor’s reflection on the song’s theme — feeling that ghostly presence of someone who shaped your world, even when they’re gone.

Mastodon’s journey forward honors their past and invites everyone to share in the healing power of music.

FAQ

• What inspired Mastodon to write ‘Your Ghost Again’?
  The song was inspired by memories of Brent Hinds, capturing the feeling of seeing a loved one’s ghost in familiar places, especially the studio where they spent so much time together.
• Who are the supporting acts on Mastodon’s fall tour?
  Deafheaven and Alcest will support the full tour, with King Woman appearing on select dates.
• When did Brent Hinds pass away?
  Brent Hinds died in a motorcycle accident in Atlanta last September at the age of 51.
• What message do the lyrics of ‘Your Ghost Again’ convey?
  The lyrics express gratitude for Brent’s influence and the unforgettable moments shared, emphasizing that his impact remains even after his passing.
• Where can I find tickets for Mastodon’s fall 2026 tour?
  Tickets are available through the respective venues and official Mastodon channels.

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