<P> On August 29, 2017 it was revealed the remaining original members of Hinder were suing former lead singer Austin Winkler for trademark infringement . The lawsuit alleges Winkler is currently promoting his own performances for his fall 2017 solo tour and music by the "unlawful use and exploitation of the Hinder trademark," and the group are asking Winkler to cease infringement and to pay over "all gains, profits and advantages realized from his infringing ." </P> <Ul> <Li> Former lead singer Austin John Winkler departed the band in November 2013 to pursue his career as a solo artist . His first album is expected sometime in 2016, however he is going by "Austin John" for his solo career . His debut EP as a solo artist, titled Love Sick Radio, will be released April 22, 2016 through Amazon Music . </Li> <Li> Current lead vocalist Marshal Dutton was the part - time lead singer and full - time lead guitarist in the rock band Faktion . He is also the lead guitarist and backup vocalist for the country band Drankmore . He also has formed the record label "Back - Lounge Productions" with fellow Hinder mate Cody Hanson . </Li> <Li> Drummer Cody Hanson has provided drums for the band Drankmore's work . He is involved with the band with his fellow Hinder bandmates Marshal Dutton, Mike Rodden and Joey "Blower" Garvey . </Li> </Ul> <Li> Former lead singer Austin John Winkler departed the band in November 2013 to pursue his career as a solo artist . His first album is expected sometime in 2016, however he is going by "Austin John" for his solo career . His debut EP as a solo artist, titled Love Sick Radio, will be released April 22, 2016 through Amazon Music . </Li> <Li> Current lead vocalist Marshal Dutton was the part - time lead singer and full - time lead guitarist in the rock band Faktion . He is also the lead guitarist and backup vocalist for the country band Drankmore . He also has formed the record label "Back - Lounge Productions" with fellow Hinder mate Cody Hanson . </Li>

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