Longtime Manchester Orchestra drummer Tim Very has died on the age of 42, the band confirmed over the weekend. Since then, many rockers and followers have paid tribute to the beloved musician.
Manchester Orchestra’s Assertion
Yesterday (Feb. 14), Manchester Orchestra shared an in-depth assertion relating to Very’s passing.
“All the Manchester Orchestra household has been devastated by the sudden passing of our brother, Timothy Very,” their assertion begins. “Essentially the most beloved human being any of us have been fortunate sufficient to know on this life. We’ve all been dreading sharing this information as we’re all nonetheless in absolute disbelief.”
The band continued:
Tim was immediately likable and interacted with everybody he met with kindness and heat. His snort was infectious and he instantly made folks really feel invited and inspired. His humor and vitality have been the very basis that held collectively all the MO universe. Strangers shortly turned associates and associates turned household.
He had an plain gentle that was solely matched by his dedication and love for the craft that he was clearly placed on earth to do. No phrases can ever do him justice. Please know, in case you are somebody who cherished Tim, he cherished you too.
The one factor that Tim cherished greater than creating music was being along with his household. You’d be pressed to discover a extra joyful dad.
We love you Tim, thanks for loving us. You’re a drive of positivity that can be a continuing presence in the remainder of our days.
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As of this writing, no reason for dying or exact date of dying has been revealed.
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Rockers Pay Tribute to Tim Very
Thus far, a number of rockers have shared heartfelt reactions to the information of Very’s passing.
As an example, Jenkem Revolt frontman James Koppert concisely wrote, “Completely devastated to listen to concerning the dying of Tim Very,” simply as Match for a King bassist/vocalist Ryan “Tuck” O’Leary merely tweeted: “Godspeed Tim Very.”
Elsewhere, Caustic Waves mastermind Neil Thomas expressed:
At the moment’s early morning 10K run was soundtracked by: Manchester Orchestra – A Black Mile To The Floor
I used to be very unhappy to listen to concerning the passing of Manchester Orchestra drummer Tim Very, aged simply 42.
That is one in every of my favorite Manchester Orchestra albums. Andy Hull has a really distinctive voice, and his melodies are all the time properly crafted.
The drums are sometimes fantastically understated, gently propelling on tracks like The Alien and The Sunshine. The thundering drums are the heartbeat of the epic closing observe, The Silence, which is certainly one of many highlights.
R.I.P. Tim
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Among the many first folks to reply to Manchester Orchestra’s Instagram publish was Thrice/Much less Artwork drummer Riley Breckenridge, who commented: “Heartbreaking. He was such a ray of sunshine, such a drive of pleasure and positivity, and so unbelievably gifted. He was actually one in every of one. Love you guys. I’m so sorry.”
Equally, The Pricey Hunter lamented: “Oh my god that is completely heartbreaking. I’m so sorry. Tim was an unimaginable human being who will go away an eternal impression on so many, and I’m so grateful to have identified him. Sending all the like to you guys, and his household.”
Then, Tigers Jaw vocalist Ben Walsh remarked: “Tim’s kindness and pleasure have been infectious. He was one of many funniest folks I’ve ever met in my complete life. He was so real, and he cherished and supported his folks so fiercely. I’m fortunate to have spent the time I did with him. I like all of you guys and my coronary heart is with you all. Tim ceaselessly.”
During the last 24 hours, Cage the Elephant replied to the identical Instagram publish: “Extremely unhappy. Tim was an absolute legend. So sorry. Praying for all yall.” Likewise, Younger the Big replied, “Love you all”; Touché Amoré singer Jeremy Bolm stated, “Tim ceaselessly. love you all a lot”; and Silversun Pickups wrote, “Oh no. I’m so sorry.”
Followers Pay Tribute to Tim Very
Naturally, much more followers have mirrored on Very’s legacy and impression.
“A beat silenced too quickly. Tim Very’s rhythm formed Manchester Orchestra’s soul,” one person wrote on X. One other particular person penned: “This information is so terrible. Tim was such a shining soul.”
Another person on X confessed: “Oh boy… the drummer for Manchester Orchestra, Tim Very, handed away and my husband can be in mourning for fairly a while. So unhappy.”
Over on Fb, one fan eloquently expressed:
Surreal. Tim Very of Manchester O – leaves us at 42.
Whereas all lives matter and are actually distinctive, for individuals who do not simply take heed to music it, however embody it, devour it, dedicate themselves to it. Want it.
Shedding sure musicians hits in another way. There’s a totally different form of kindred connection by the aether. And a palpable void.
Nearly like ripping one key from the piano
Or one string from a hole physique
Or eliminating one be aware
From each chord.
We do not make music
Music … makes us.
Likewise, one other particular person on Fb contemplated: “Devastating information, Tim all the time responded to me in dms and confirmed me nothing however kindness when he didn’t owe me something. His music can be missed, he was an unimaginable participant that was a key a part of one in every of my favourite bands.”
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Extra About Tim Very’s Time in Manchester Orchestra
Born in Pensacola, Fla. in 1983, Very performed in numerous bands (together with Waking Ashland) earlier than changing into Manchester Orchestra’s sixth drummer (particularly, he changed Jeremiah Edmond in 2011). He made his studio debut on their third LP – 2011’s Easy Math – and appeared on all the things that got here after; as such, he’s helped make songs equivalent to “The Gold,” “Architect,” “The Silence,” “Easy Math” and “Each Stone” so artistically wealthy and widespread.
Very’s ultimate launch with the band will probably be upcoming dwell LP Union Chapel, which – as frontman Andy Hull described – was recorded throughout their late 2023 residency at “the historic Union Chapel in London for 3 nights of intimate performances spanning the historical past of Manchester Orchestra.”
It’s set to launch on March 20 through Lorna Vista Recordings, and you may preorder it right here.
After all, everybody right here at Loudwire sends our condolences to Very’s associates and family members.
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