Ben Eller was wary of the reaction he’d get for stepping in for Brent Hinds in Mastodon – but that didn’t stop him saying yes
The Youtuber and Mastodon mega-fan stepped in at the last minute for the band’s Tool Live in the Sand set, even if it risked ...
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Mastodon’s Bill Kelliher Discusses Future With Ben Eller + Ideal Replacement for Brent Hinds
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Ben Eller makes Mastodon debut after Brent Hinds’ exit – but what’s next for the prog-metal titans?
Hinds is out. Eller is in for now. Brann Dailor has a black eye. Palace intrigue notwithstanding, “all 2025 touring plans ...
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Who is Ben Eller? What we know about the guitarist who performed with Mastodon after Brent Hinds' exit
After guitarist Brent Hinds’ exit from the heavy metal band, Mastodon, they were joined by Ben Eller. On March 9, 2025, Eller ...
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“No easy task, but it was a joy": Mastodon's Brent Hinds sub Ben Eller thanks fans and bandmates
Mastodon seem to have ridden out the crisis of Brent Hinds' sudden departure in some style, with his replacement, YouTuber ...
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Mastodon’s Bill Kelliher Isn’t Sure About Ben Eller’s Future in the Band
Mastodon's Bill Kelliher did a recent interview where he spoke on the future of Brent Hinds's replacement Ben Eller in the band.
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MASTODON joined by guitarist BEN ELLER for first show since BRENT HINDS split
Last night (March 9th), Mastodon played their first show since the shock departure of founding guitarist Brent Hinds, and ...
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Mastodon Tap Guitar YouTuber Ben Eller as Brent Hinds’ Replacement
When it was announced late last week that Mastodon and guitarist/vocalist Brent Hinds were splitting up after 25 years, it ...
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Mastodon played first show without Brent Hinds; YouTuber Ben Eller in his place (video)
There’s been no word on whether Eller is Mastodon’s new singer/guitarist or not, but they’ve got a little time — their tour with Coheed & Cambria kicks off right after they play the Sonic Temple ...
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Mastodon Are Already Looking for Brent Hind’s Replacement, Are You Up For It?
It's been just over a week since Brent Hinds and Mastodon officially parted ways. Despite it all, the band appear to be ...
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Who Is Ben Eller, the Mastodon Guitarist Filling In After Brent Hinds’ Exit?
So who exactly in Ben Eller? The YouTube favorite stepped into the role of guitarist for Mastodon after the recently ...