Manchester Orchestra Drummer Dies at 42
Tim Very, longtime drummer for Manchester Orchestra, died at age 42, marking a significant loss for alt-rock and indie circles. Bandmates and fans have posted tributes to his artistry and spirit across social media platforms. Very was a key contributor to the Atlanta-based band's sound throughout their career.
- Very joined Manchester Orchestra in 2011, replacing their original drummer, Jeremiah Edmond. His first performance with the band was in London during the tour for the album *Simple Math*. - His drumming is featured on four of the band's studio albums: *Cope* (2014), *A Black Mile to the Surface* (2017), *The Million Masks of God* (2021), and the 2023 EP *The Valley of Vision*. - Inspired by musicians like Dave Grohl and Nirvana, Very was known as a "songwriter's drummer" who focused on enhancing the song rather than on technical showmanship. - Beyond his work with the band, Very was a session musician who worked with artists like B.o.B and Bad Books, and in 2020 co-founded a Georgia-based production company called Super Canoe. - Tributes from fellow musicians include posts from bands such as Cage the Elephant, Young the Giant, and Silversun Pickups. - In a statement, his bandmates noted that the only thing he loved more than creating music was his family, describing him as a "joyful dad". - The band has not yet announced how Very's death will impact their upcoming tour, which is scheduled to begin in March 2026.
