Manichester Tribute Concert: Family Clears Up Confusion

On April 1st, family of the late Stone Rose's bassist Monty, real name Gary Malfield, just

cleared up confusion around a tribute concert called.

Manichester

The gig set for May 30th at the 5,000 capacity die cast venue in Manchester, his hometown.

Monty passed away last November at age 63 from respiratory issues tied to infosima.

One of Monty's teenage twin sons, Jean, hit social media saying the event wasn't sending

funds their way and called it a cash grab.

Organizers, led by Damon Manchela from Ocean Color Scene, have the backing of Monty's

brother Greg, who called it brilliant.

Fans buzzed with rumors of Oasis brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher showing up to honor

their old mate, especially after their tour tributes and Liam at the funeral.

Lineup includes Peter Hook, Aziz Ibrahim, Rowetta, and new ads like Tom Mayan and Tom Hengley.

Plus a mystery big headliner.

Today, an official family statement is legal guardian said, the mix of got sorted, thanking

supporters like Peter Hook for keeping Monty's legacy alive.

Tickets are still out there for the stack show.

Beyond the gig, a crowd funder's pushing for a permanent mural in Monty's failed-worth

neighborhood while tributes keep rolling from Tim Burgess at the Brits and even Manchester

United players wearing custom jackets.

Madchester Spirit stays strong.

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