More acts announced for Mani tribute concert and official afterparty confirmed
The final song of the night has also been revealed
More acts have been added to the sold-out tribute concert for Stone Roses and Primal Scream legend Mani.
Taking place at the 5,000-capacity Diecast venue in Manchester from 2pm on Saturday 30th May, Manichester: A Tribute to Mani is compered by Absolute Radio’s very own Andy Bush and the event is a collective celebration of Mani’s life, friendships and musical legacy.
Joining the bill today are critically lauded indie rockers Puressence as special guests.
Hailing from Mani’s hometown of Failsworth, the late-great bassist produced the song ‘Standing in Your Shadow’ on Puressence’s chart-denting 1998 album ‘Only Forever’ and he later appeared in the video for 2002 track ‘Walking Dead’.
Mani’s brother Greg Mounfield says: “Having Puressence involved is a personal request — our kid not only produced records with the lads, he toured China with them and even popped up in a few of their videos.
“For me it’s a no-brainer, and I know our kid would’ve loved it. Word’s gone out as well… so who knows who might turn up on the day.”
Also newly added to the eclectic Manichester line-up today are The Smiths drummer Mike Joyce and DJ / Back to Basics club night founder, Dave Beer.
They join a stacked bill that already boasts Damon Minchella (Ocean Colour Scene), Peter Hook (Joy Division / New Order), Zak Starkey (Mantra of the Cosmos), Aziz Ibrahim (The Stone Roses), Tom Hingley (Inspiral Carpets), Mick Rossi (Slaughter and the Dogs), Dave McCabe (The Zutons), Baz Fratelli (The Fratellis), James Walsh (Starsailor), Jon McClure (Reverend and the Makers), Dalbir ‘Tabla Jedi’ Singh (Paul Weller) Adam Ficek (Babyshambles), Alan Leach (Shed Seven), Tom Manning (Richard Ashcroft) Osian String Quartet, Danny Connors (Tom Grennan Band), Rowetta (Happy Mondays), Jon Dasilva (Haçienda), Tom Meighan (Kasabian), alongside Cast, Purple Hearts, Ultimate Stone Roses, Kowloons and further special guests.
Final song of the night at Manichester revealed:
It’s been confirmed that a star-studded supergroup rendition of the Joy Division classic ‘Love Will Tear Us Apart’, arranged by Mani’s friend Peter Hook, will bring the very special day to a close.
The closing performance will mark the first — and only — time this collective of artists will perform together making this a unique one-off moment in time.
Manichester aftershow:
In keeping with the 24-Hour Party People ethos, an official Manichester aftershow takes place at Gorilla from 11pm to 4am.
Featuring DJs and artists delivering the soundtrack and spirit of Madchester through to the early hours, tickets to the afterparty cost £30 and they’re available from Absolute Radio Tickets RIGHT HERE.
Manichester merchandise:
An array of official Manichester merchandise has also just launched including GIOGOI hoodies, T-shirts, tote bags and mugs.
They’re available to purchase from the Madchester Store RIGHT HERE.