Brent Hinds, former guitarist of Mastodon, died late last night in a motorcycle accident. According to police reports, Hinds was riding his Harley around 11:30pm in Atlanta when a BMW SUV failed to yield while turning at the intersection of Memorial Drive and Boulevard. He was pronounced dead by the Fulton County medical examiner’s office.

Hinds had split from Mastodon in March. While the band called the decision mutual, Hinds himself claimed on social media that he was kicked out.

Mastodon released a statement on Instagram following the news:
“We are in a state of unfathomable sadness and grief… last night Brent Hinds passed away as a result of a tragic accident. We are heartbroken, shocked, and still trying to process the loss of this creative force with whom we’ve shared so many triumphs, milestones, and the creation of music that has touched the hearts of so many. Our hearts are with Brent’s family, friends, and fans. At this time, we please ask that you respect everyone’s privacy during this difficult time. RIP Brent.”