Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield, the 63-year-old bassist best known for his work with The Stone Roses and Primal Scream, died peacefully in his sleep on November 20 from respiratory issues after a long battle with emphysema.
- Full name: Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield
- Age: 63
- Cause of death: Respiratory issues linked to emphysema
- Date of death: November 20, 2025
- Location: Passed at home in Stockport; funeral service in Manchester Cathedral on December 22
The Legacy
Mani rose to fame as the driving low-end force behind The Stone Roses, a band that helped define the late-1980s and early-1990s Madchester sound. After The Stone Roses initially split in 1996 he joined Primal Scream, further cementing his place in British rock. He later rejoined The Stone Roses for their 2011 reunion stadium tour.
Signature recordings and achievements that define Mani’s legacy include:
- Standout tracks with The Stone Roses: “Fools Gold,” “I Wanna Be Adored,” and “I Am the Resurrection”
- Key role in Primal Scream’s live and studio work after 1996
- A central figure in the Madchester movement and one of Britain’s most influential bassists
Social Proof and Funeral Details
The cause of death was first reported by the Manchester Evening News and later confirmed as respiratory issues linked to a long-standing emphysema diagnosis. His brother, Greg Mounfield, has shared funeral arrangements: a service at Manchester Cathedral on December 22 at 11:30am, followed by a private committal.
Greg announced the funeral on Facebook and paid tribute to his brother, describing his passing as “with the heaviest of hearts.” Reports say Mani collapsed at his Stockport home and, despite emergency services attending, could not be revived.
Since news of his death and the cause was revealed, fans and fellow musicians have paid tribute across social media, recalling Mani’s impact on a generation of music lovers and his unmistakable basslines. Tributes highlight both his work with The Stone Roses and his later contributions with Primal Scream, and many are expected to attend or mark the Manchester service.
This revelation comes days after Mani announced an intimate in-conversation UK tour, a reminder of how closely artists and audiences remain connected even in final months.
We will update this article with any official statements from The Stone Roses, Primal Scream, or Mani’s family as they are released.
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