Austin co-wrote the band's hit single 'Lips Of An Angel' which peaked
at number #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song is said to be
based on a real life experience he had with his ex-girlfriend.
Had the same vocal trainer as Alicia Keys and Chris Cornell.
Struggled with drug addiction and alcoholism. This caused him to temporarily leave Hinder's Welcome to the Freakshow tour to check into rehab.
Used to work at Chuck E. Cheese.
Quit Hinder in November 2013 to pursue a solo career.