Mastodon

USA, 2000–now

Atlanta band formed in 2000 (Brann Dailor, Brent Hinds, Bill Kelliher, Troy Sanders). From the sludge assault of Remission to the prog concept album Crack the Skye, they became one of the most acclaimed and ambitious metal bands of their generation.

MusicRoots documents 3 artists who influenced Mastodon and 0 artists Mastodon influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced Mastodon?

• Rush — Rush's progressive ambition and Neil Peart's drumming are a core influence on Mastodon — Brann Dailor's busy, melodic playing especially.
• Thin Lizzy — Thin Lizzy's twin-guitar harmonies run through Mastodon's melodic riffing.
• Black Sabbath — Black Sabbath's heavy, doom-laden riffing is foundational to Mastodon's sludge-metal weight.