Gary “Mani” Mounfield, the classic bassist of legendary UK bands The Stone Roses and Primal Scream, has passed away at age 63. He reportedly died after collapsing following a seizure at his home.
Mani’s death was confirmed by his brother Greg, who wrote on Facebook, “It is with the heaviest of hearts that I have to announce the sad passing of my brother. Gary Mani Mounfield RIP.”
The bassist was part of the Stone Roses’ classic lineup, playing on their only two albums, 1989’s legendary self-titled effort and its follow-up, 1994’s Second Coming. He joined the Manchester band in 1987, remaining with them until their breakup in 1996, and rejoining the band upon their reunion that lasted from 2011 through 2017.
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Following the initial breakup of Stone Roses, Mani joined Scottish rockers Primal Scream, playing with the band from 1996 through 2011, and appearing on a handful of their albums.
In addition to the Stone Roses and Primal Scream, Mani also played in the supergroup Freebass alongside fellow bass legends Andy Rourke (The Smiths) and Peter Hook (New Order), as well as singer Gary Briggs (Haven).
Just a few weeks ago, Mani had announced a spoken-word tour that was set to take place in 2026 and 2027, during which he was set to reflect on his life and career.
Tributes have poured in from Oasis’ Liam Gallagher, who tweeted, “IN TOTAL SHOCK AND ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATED ON HEARING THE NEWS ABOUT MANI MY HERO RIP RKID LG,” and Echo & the Bunnymen’s Ian McCulloch, who wrote, “I’m absolutely gutted to hear the news about Mani, who I have always loved and always will love, deeply and forever. 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.”
Stone Roses singer Ian Brown simply tweeted, “REST IN PEACE MANI,” while Happy Mondays vocalist Shaun Ryder wrote, “RIP Mani – my heartfelt condolences to his twin boys and all of his family.”
Sadly, Mani’s wife Imelda died two years ago from cancer. The couple leaves behind twin sons.
Our condolences go out to Mani’s family, friends, and bandmates during this difficult time.
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IN TOTAL SHOCK AND ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATED ON HEARING THE NEWS ABOUT MANI MY HERO RIP RKID LG
— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) November 20, 2025
I’m absolutely gutted to hear the news about Mani, who I have always loved and always will love, deeply and forever. 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… pic.twitter.com/AHinegMh5j
— Echo & the Bunnymen (@Bunnymen) November 20, 2025
REST IN PEACE MANi X
— Ian Brown (@ianbrown) November 20, 2025
RIP Mani – my heartfelt condolences to his twin boys and all of his family X pic.twitter.com/VYTIwPBaQ1
— Shaun Ryder (@officialswr) November 20, 2025
