Tributes to Stone Roses and Primal Scream bassist Mani
Published: 11/20/2025

Gary "Mani" Mounfield, iconic bassist of Manchester bands Stone Roses and Primal Scream, has passed away at 63. Mani's revolutionary basslines helped shape the Stone Roses' unique sound and were integral to their resurgence in 2012. Tributes poured in from music industry greats like Liam Gallagher and Shaun Ryder, commemorating Mani's influence. Mani's impact extended to Primal Scream, where his bass playing was a prominent feature for 15 years before reuniting with Stone Roses.



