As Bobby Gillespie stood basking in the applause of what was thought to be Primal Scream’s final song of the night, he announced he had a little treat in store in the form of a special guest.
“He’s a son of your city,” he told the crowd, before welcoming on stage none other than Mani from The Stone Roses. The bassist, who’s full name is Gary Mountfield, joined Primal Scream as a permanent member for a number of years after The Stone Roses split in 1996. He said it was one of only three other bands he’d ever join - The Jesus and Mary Chain, and Beastie Boys being the others.
He only remained with Primal Scream until 2011, but joined the Scottish rock band on stage at Castlefield Bowl last night to end the Sounds of the City festival with a Madchester bang.
