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Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, the Stone Roses bassist who later joined Primal Scream, has died at 63, prompting tributes from fans and fellow musicians.
In 1996, Mani joined Primal Scream, playing bass on five albums from 1997's Vanishing Point to 2008's Beautiful Future, expanding his impact beyond The Roses.
Mani's death was announced in a Nov. 20 Facebook post by his brother Greg, underscoring a close-knit Manchester heritage and his cross-band influence on British alt-rock.

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Gary Mounfield, known as Mani, dies at 63, confirmed by his family.
Mani joined The Stone Roses in 1987 and stayed until their 1996 split.
Tributes poured in from peers, including Liam Gallagher and Shaun Ryder.
The Stone Roses helped define the Madchester scene with a mix of indie and acid house.
Mani’s wife Imelda Mounfield died in 2020 after a cancer diagnosis.
The couple welcomed twin boys in 2012.
Ian Brown led tributes, calling Mani a friend and colleague.
Tim Burgess shared a photo and a heartfelt remembrance of Mani.
Echo & the Bunnymen’s Ian McCulloch called Mani someone he loved like a brother.
The Stone Roses' debut album is celebrated as a landmark in British rock history.

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Gary Mounfield, famed bassist for The Stone Roses, has died at age 63, as announced by his brother Greg.
Mounfield joined The Stone Roses in 1987 and played on the band's two albums before their 1996 breakup.
He later performed with Primal Scream until 2011 and collaborated with other artists, including forming Freebass.
The musician is survived by his twin sons, Gene and George, while his wife Imelda died in 2023.
Tributes from fellow rock figures described him as a hero, including Ian Brown and Liam Gallagher.
The Stone Roses released two albums with Mounfield before their breakup and later reunion.
The report confirms Mounfield's death but does not disclose a cause.
Mounfield's career spanned roles in The Stone Roses, Primal Scream and the supergroup Freebass.
The obituary mentions Mounfield's personal losses, including his wife and his later life.
News outlets including Getty covered the announcement of Mounfield's death and tributes from peers.

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Mani’s writhing bass defined the Stone Roses’ groove, pivotal to their early appeal and danceable sound.
The article credits Mani with introducing a funk swing that helped the band stand out in late 80s indie circles.
Mani’s bass work influenced Primal Scream’s direction, adding a heavier, dub-inflected edge by the late 1990s.
The piece notes Mani’s early influences included the Byrds’ Chris Hillman and a love of northern soul and funk.
The obituary covers Mani’s 2012 Stone Roses reunion era and his 2021 retirement.
The piece frames Mani’s impact as instrumental to Britpop’s broader push to make indie music more danceable.
Mani’s style helped later bands and audiences rethink how bass could drive alternative rock.
The Guardian emphasizes Mani’s enduring legacy beyond his bands, influencing UK rock’s danceable sensibilities.
The article highlights Mani’s club-friendly persona and stage presence as part of his career narrative.
The obituary documents Mani’s move from the Stone Roses to Primal Scream as a turning point in his career.

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