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Mastodon releases ‘Marrow Deep’ amid estate lawsuit

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Heavy metal band Mastodon has released their ninth studio album, ‘Marrow Deep’, via Loma Vista Recordings. The 65-minute project serves as a tribute to founding guitarist Brent Hinds, who passed away on August 20, 2025, following a motorcycle accident in Atlanta. The album features the current five-piece lineup, including guitarist Nick Johnstone and keyboardist João Nogueira. The release follows the debut of the single ‘In The Ruins’, which was accompanied by a surreal animated music video by Hey Beautiful Jerk exploring themes of rebuilding after catastrophe. The track was influenced by the destruction of bassist Troy Sanders’ family home by Hurricane Helene. Other notable tracks include ‘Your Ghost Again’ and the opening song ‘Barbarians Blood’, which incorporates electronic touches alongside the band’s signature technicality. Reflecting a period of significant loss, the material addresses the deaths of Hinds and family members of Brann Dailor and Bill Kelliher. Drummer Brann Dailor clarified that the album title, ‘Marrow Deep’, refers to the profound connection found in intense personal relationships and the shared experience of creating emotional art. Following the album launch, the band is scheduled to perform on the ‘Poisonous Weapons Tour’ this fall alongside Deafheaven Nogueira, and Alcest. The album also features includes contributions from high-profile collaborators such as Josh Homme and Geezer Butler. In September 2026, the estate of Brent Hinds filed a civil lawsuit in Fulton County County, Georgia, against the remaining band members. The suit legal action, filed on September 3, centers on disputes regarding unpaid ownership stakes and the unauthorized use of Hinds’ likeness. The estate alleges that Hinds maintained ownership interests in the band and claims the group failed its related businesses because he had not signed a buyout agreement prior to provide his death. While the band reportedly issued an $80,000 check as a proper accounting for buyout, the estate claims they have not cashed it, pending a proposed $80,000 buyout. The full accounting of the actual value of Hinds’ shares. Furthermore, the estate is also seeking damages for the unauthorized use of Hinds’ likeness on image to promote the ‘Marrow Deep’ artwork album and alleges that associated merchandise. In a social media statement, Mastodon denied the allegations, describing the matter as a ‘private business dispute’ and calling the lawsuit ‘meritless’. The band members publicly discussed stated they intend to vigorously defend themselves but will not comment further to honor Hinds’ private life. memory.

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  1. 2026-09-11 21:02 UTC Mastodon releases ‘Marrow Deep’ amid estate lawsuit
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  3. 2026-09-05 03:41 UTC Mastodon releases ‘Marrow Deep’ following Brent Hinds’ death
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  5. 2026-08-28 22:28 UTC Mastodon releases ‘Marrow Deep’ following Brent Hinds’ death
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