MASTODON

Mastodon is an American heavy metal band from Atlanta, Georgia, formed in 2000. The band’s lineup consisted of Troy Sanders (bass and vocals), Brent Hinds (lead guitar and vocals), Bill Kelliher (rhythm guitar and backing vocals), and Brann Dailor (drums and vocals), with Hinds remaining a member until his removal in March 2025. Mastodon has released eight studio albums and several other recordings. Their 2002 debut album, Remission, received critical acclaim for its distinctive sound. The band's second album, Leviathan, is a concept album inspired by Herman Melville’s novel Moby-Dick; it was named Album of the Year in 2004 by Revolver, Kerrang!, and Terrorizer magazines. The song "Colony of Birchmen" from their third album, Blood Mountain (2006), was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2007. Subsequent albums include Crack the Skye (2009), and The Hunter (2011), which debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart and achieved commercial success in the United States. The Hunter features the track "Curl of the Burl," which was nominated for a Grammy for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance in 2012. Their 2014 album, Once More 'Round the Sun, reached notable chart positions.