New Delhi, Nov. 21 -- Gary Mounfield, the influential bassist known as Mani from The Stone Roses and Primal Scream, has died at the age of 63.

His former bandmate Ian Brown confirmed the news on social media, writing: "Rest in peace Mani".

Mounfield was part of The Stone Roses' classic lineup with Brown, John Squire and drummer Alan "Reni" Wren.

He played on their landmark 1989 self-titled debut album, which produced era-defining tracks like "I Wanna Be Adored," "She Bangs The Drums" and "I Am The Resurrection."

The album helped shape the late-'80s and early-'90s Madchester sound, blending rock riffs with dance rhythms and laying the groundwork for Britpop acts such as Oasis, Blur and Pulp.

Mani also recorded the Roses' second album,...