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Shaun Ryder missed Mani’s funeral due to pneumonia

Happy Mondays star Shaun Ryder was forced to miss Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's funeral last month because he was struck down with a bout of pneumonia.

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Manchester music and football stars gather for funeral of Stone Roses’ Mani

Liam Gallagher, Paul Weller, David Beckham and former bandmates among the mourners at Manchester cathedral

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Liam Gallagher carries Mani's coffin at funeral

Oasis star Liam Gallagher was among the pallbearers at Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's funeral in Manchester on Monday (22.12.25) with the rocker along those carrying the coffin which was decorated the artwork seen on the cover of the Stone Roses' debut album.

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In Pictures: He was adored – Star-studded send-off for Stone Roses’ Mani

Gary Mounfield died last month at the age of 63.

Evening Standard

Liam Gallagher carries Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's coffin at Stone Roses bassist's funeral

Gallagher carried the coffin alongside fellow Stone Roses members Alan “Reni” Wren and John Squire

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Stars and hundreds of fans gather for Stone Roses bassist Mani’s funeral

Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield died last month at the age of 63.

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Liam Gallagher and David Beckham attend Stone Roses bassist Mani’s funeral

Music legends and footballers joined fans for Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield’s service at Manchester Cathedral

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“You always get some guitar player stealing everyone’s thunder. Bass is mega-important – anyone who’s got an ounce of groove in them realises that”: How a hypnotic ‘Mani’ bassline propelled one of the Stone Roses’ finest moments

Mani famously played a paint-splattered Rickenbacker El Dorado bass through a Mesa/Boogie rig on this 1989 indie-pop classic

Guitar World

“I found it more rewarding playing bass than playing rhythm. I've always been into Northern Soul and funk grooves and it was like, ‘This is it’”: Anchoring Primal Scream and the Stone Roses, Mani proudly defied trends, and re-defined rock bass in the 90s

In this 2000 interview, the late Gary “Mani” Mounfield discusses “trouser flapper” amps, groove, the making of Roses classics, and the problems of playing with a drum machine

Guitar World

Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield obituary

Charismatic Stone Roses and Primal Scream musician acclaimed for some of the most memorable bass lines in indie music

The Guardian - UK

The 10 best Stone Roses tracks – in tribute to Mani

As the music world reels from the death of Mani, here’s a look at the 10 best tracks by one of his most legendary bands

Evening Standard

The mischievous genius of Mani: 'A unifying character in alt-rock'

The world of music is in shock over the death of Mani, the much-loved Manchester musician who not only transformed two iconic bands but united audiences with his infectious playing and personal charm

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Mani’s writhing, relentless bass was the Stone Roses’ secret sauce – it taught indie kids how to dance

His love of ‘good northern soul and funk’ was always in evidence and had a lasting impact on alternative music

The Guardian - UK

Stone Roses and ex-Primal Scream bass player Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield dies aged 63

Mounfield was part of The Stone Roses’ classic line-up alongside singer Brown, guitarist John Squire and drummer Alan ‘Reni’ Wren.

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The Guardian - UK

Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield, the Stone Roses and Primal Scream bassist, dies aged 63

Ian Brown and Tim Burgess were among those to pay tribute to Mani, whose death was announced by his brother and nephew

The Independent UK

Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield death: Liam Gallagher and Ian Brown lead tributes after Stone Roses and Primal Scream bassist dies aged 63

Musician’s death was announced by his brother on social media

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“Sounds like four lads trying to get out of Manchester”: The Stone Roses’ debut single to be reissued for charity

It’s forty years since So Young was first released

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Oasis and Manchester City... it was all part of The Masterplan

In 1994, legendary photographer Kevin Cummins shot some iconic portraits for a soon-to-be legendary band. As Oasis’ reunion tour continues, the snapper and others explain how football was at the heart of their supersonic rise

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Rome City Councillor claims 'negotiations are underway' to bring Oasis to the Italian capital in 2026

Rumours have been rife about whether or not Oasis will extend their Oasis Live '25 Tour with fake posters found across the internet.

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Alice Cooper offers his advice to Oasis stars Liam and Noel Gallagher: 'Don’t squabble, guys'

Alice Cooper admits it had been "so stressful" witnessing Liam and Noel Gallagher tear each other apart over the years - and he hopes they are back for good.

MusicRadar

“It’s become clear that I need surgery to avoid permanent damage”: Joe Trohman to miss remainder of Fall Out Boy’s 2025 shows as he requires operation on injured right hand

Trohman says he will be out of action for the rest of the year but is "on track" for a full recovery

Louder

Here’s the line-up of every major festival in 1995… and it actually isn’t very different to how they’ve shaped up 30 years later

Britpop was thriving, Pumpkins were Pumpkinsing, and Skunk Anansie tried to get on every bill going…

Evening Standard

Liam Gallagher blasts Oasis manager's claim about 'future' of the band

The Britpop band will go on a massive reunion tour later this summer, starting in the UK before heading global with shows in the US, Japan, and Brazil

Louder

"The hype was so great that we were never going to be able to fulfil it." The "nightmare" birth of the Stones Roses' wildly-expensive and long-delayed second album Second Coming, by those who were there, and those who quit

After The Stones Roses set the British music scene alight with their stunning debut album, the expectation was that they would take over the world with album two. Things didn't quite go to plan

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