Primal Scream Honor Mani with Emotional Manchester Performance
MANCHESTER, UK – Primal Scream dedicated a portion of their set at the Manchester warehouse Project on Saturday night to the memory of Gary “Mani” Mounfield, the influential bassist best known for his work with The Stone Roses, who passed away earlier this year at age 63. The tribute came during the band’s performance at the Warehouse Project’s opening night,marking a poignant moment for fans and fellow musicians alike.
Mani’s death in April prompted an outpouring of grief across the music world, with tributes from artists including Liam and Noel Gallagher, Elbow, and Richard Ashcroft. His distinctive basslines were foundational to The Stone Roses’ iconic sound, and his impact extended to numerous collaborations and a lasting legacy within the Manchester music scene. Primal Scream’s gesture underscores the deep respect Mani commanded from his peers and the enduring significance of his contributions to British music.
During the concert, Primal Scream frontman Bobby Gillespie paused to acknowledge Mani’s passing, speaking directly to the audience about the late musician’s importance. gillespie then led the band through a rendition of “Loaded,” a track frequently associated with The Stone Roses and a clear nod to Mani’s celebrated career.
News of the tribute follows recent dedications from Oasis, who during a concert in Brazil, played “Live Forever” while displaying an image of Mani on screen, and later performed “Rock ‘N’ Roll Star” in his honor.Both Liam and Noel Gallagher previously shared personal tributes online, with Noel writing on Instagram, “RIP Brother. It was a pleasure to have known you,” and Liam expressing his devastation on X, stating, “IN TOTAL SHOCK AND ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATED ON HEARING THE NEWS ABOUT MANI MY HERO RIP RKID LG.”
