“The music meant a lot to me even before I was playing those iconic basslines”: Bassist Simone Marie Butler announces her departure from Primal Scream

Simone Marie Butler, Bassist of Primal Scream performs live during a concert at Liverpool University on their 2025 "Come Ahead" Tour.

Simone Marie Butler has announced her departure from Primal Scream, 14 years after becoming a full-time member in 2012.

“I want to thank everyone who I’ve had the pleasure to play in front of for the last 13 years with Primal Scream,” the bass guitar player writes on social media.