Peter Hook's tribute to his friend and bandmate, Mani, highlights their unlikely friendship amidst the chaos of New Order's success.
The two musicians' paths crossed in 1984 when they met through a mutual connection as part of the influential Manchester scene. Their collaboration led to some unforgettable moments - like watching him play Fool's Gold on Instagram, Hook remarks "How is he playing that?" A testament to Mani's mastery of melody.
From the Stone Roses to Primal Scream and beyond, their musical legacy endures. The once-strained relationship between Hook and Mani was restored after a public falling out over Freebass, reflecting a deeper bond formed post-bands.
Mani remained true to his people-centric philosophy - humor, humility, and an unwavering spirit for justice, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him.
The two musicians' paths crossed in 1984 when they met through a mutual connection as part of the influential Manchester scene. Their collaboration led to some unforgettable moments - like watching him play Fool's Gold on Instagram, Hook remarks "How is he playing that?" A testament to Mani's mastery of melody.
From the Stone Roses to Primal Scream and beyond, their musical legacy endures. The once-strained relationship between Hook and Mani was restored after a public falling out over Freebass, reflecting a deeper bond formed post-bands.
Mani remained true to his people-centric philosophy - humor, humility, and an unwavering spirit for justice, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him.
. I mean, we're still trying to figure out how to fairly distribute wealth from iconic bands, and yet we've got a legend like Mani leaving behind an indelible mark on music history 
. It raises questions about what it means to be a 'true' artist in the 21st century – is it just about creating great music or are there more factors at play? For me, it's about the impact they have on society and the world we live in 
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. The way Mani's post-bands relationship with Hook played out was a masterclass in how to navigate the complexities of fame, friendship, and fandom. It shows us that even in the most high-profile of relationships, empathy and understanding are key 
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i love how the two of them were like complete opposites but they made it work. i mean Hook's all about the music and Mani's more about the vibes you know? they balanced each other out big time. and I'm loving how he brings up the Stone Roses, that band is iconic 
anyway its sad to hear Mani is no longer with us, but his legacy lives on and he'll always have Hook to talk him up 
. That public falling out with Hook over Freebass was probably just a publicity stunt at the time, but I guess you could say they were both gettin' old and cranky 
. What's interestin' is how they stuck together in the end, though - it shows that even when things got rough, their bond remained strong 
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... I mean, it's crazy to think about how different their paths crossed back in 84, and yet they became like brothers. The whole story is like a lesson in forgiveness & the power of true friendship 
. It's wild to think about all he accomplished, especially considering how intense their relationship was at times 
... But it's also beautiful to see how they came out stronger on the other side 
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but at the same time, it's great to see them put their differences aside & celebrate the music they made together, you know? it's crazy how something as intense as a public feud can just melt away after all these years 
anyway, I love that about Mani, he was definitely one of a kind, always stayin true to himself & his values 
mani was always so underrated lol remember when he played Fool's Gold live it was like magic 
his dedication to music and his people is truly inspiring 
peter hook is right we should be celebrating their bond not just the band they formed together 
Peter Hook's tribute to Mani is giving me LIFE! I mean, can you even imagine the two of them meeting in 1984 and becoming BFFs amidst all that New Order chaos? 
That just shows how talented Mani was. I love how Hook is still reminiscing about those good old days. It's so sweet that their relationship got stronger after that public falling out over Freebass. It just goes to show that sometimes, people can work through stuff and come out even closer on the other side. 