Tributes have been pouring in for Gary “Mani” Mounfield, the legendary English rock bassist who has died.
Mani was best known for his work with The Stone Roses, one of the most influential bands of the late 1980s and early 1990s, and later with Primal Scream. Fans and fellow musicians alike have been paying respects to the iconic bassist following the news of his passing on Thursday, November 20.
His death was announced by his brother, Greg Mounfield, on social media. In a post on Facebook, he said: “It is with the heaviest hearts that I have to announce the sad passing of my brother Gary Mani Mounfield. RIP RKID”.
Musicians and friends quickly shared their condolences. Oasis star Liam Gallagher wrote on X: “IN TOTAL SHOCK AND ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATED ON HEARING THE NEWS ABOUT MANI MY HERO RIP RKID LG”.
Fellow Stone Roses musician and lead singer of the band Ian Brown also paid tribute to Mounfield. In a short post on X, he wrote: “REST IN PEACE MANI X”
Former Happy Mondays singer Rowetta added: “Back with your Imelda, Mani. Going to miss you so much”. All my love to the boys, the family &, all those who knew &, loved him. “
The Charlatans lead singer Tim Burgess posted a smiling photo of himself with Mani, saying:” I shared this photo a week or so ago on Mani’s birthday – It never failed to bring a smile to my face – and that was exactly the same for the man himself. One of the absolute best in every way – such a beautiful friend. Love you Mani x x Never to be forgotten. “
Ian McCulloch from Echo and the Bunnymen said:” I’m absolutely gutted to hear the news about Mani, who I have always loved and always will love, deeply and forever.
Adding: “Like a brother. I am in shock to be honest. Please tell me I’m just having a bad, bad dream. My thoughts and feelings and Manilove to all of his family from me Mac Bunnyman Xxx”
Mani’s death comes almost two years to the day after the tragic passing of his wife, Imelda, who tragically passed away from stage‑four bowel.
The couple shared twin boys, Gene and George, who were born in January 2013 and are now 12 years old. Together, they raised more than £100, 000 for cancer charities.
Born Gary Mounfield on 16 November 1962 in Crumpsall, North Manchester, Mani grew up in a working-class family before moving to Failsworth and Newton Heath. Proud of his Irish roots, he often described himself as “Mancunian Irish”.
As a teenager, he threw himself into Manchester’s thriving music scene, spending nights at the Hacienda and the original Factory Club, soaking up the sounds of funk, Motown and northern soul.
Inspired by bands like The Clash and Sex Pistols, he picked up the bass and began playing in local groups – a passion that would eventually lead him to join The Stone Roses. The musician lived in Heaton Moor, Stockport, and was a lifelong Manchester United fan.
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Source: Mirror
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