The Salford-raised bassist and founder of Happy Mondays passed away Friday morning, a statement from the band confirms.
The group said on their official Facebook page: “The Ryder family and Happy Mondays band members are deeply saddened and shocked to say that Paul Ryder passed away this morning.
“A true pioneer and legend. He will be missed forever. We thank you for respecting the privacy of everyone involved at this time. Long live his funk.”
Burgess shared a video of Happy Mondays singing their song Hallelujah on Twitter.
He wrote: “I send much love to the Happy Mondays family – Paul Ryder was a pioneer and an inspiration to all of us who followed.
“He played on so many time-defining tracks. Listening to Bummed now. Safe travels.”
Stone Roses singer Ian Brown paid tribute to the bassist he named Pabs.
‘Rest in peace Ryder. A great friend, a great musician, a great guy, great love for Amelia, Jacob, Sonny, Chico and the family and band. I love you, Pabs for a long time,” he said on Twitter.
In another tweet, pioneering electronic band New Order said: “I’m sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Our thoughts are with his family and of course the rest of the band members.”
Oasis and Ride guitarist Andy Bell wrote, “Really sad news about Paul Ryder, RIP.”
Manchester guitar band James’ frontman Tim Booth said, “Inspiring bassist Paul Ryder has passed away. I knew him through the @officials on Monday and later his talented sons went to my son’s school. Love to all his families and loved ones. Nothing but love.”
British post-punk duo Sleaford Mods expressed their condolences and wrote “RIP mate”.
Glasgow singer Pete MacLeod tweeted: “Paul was a gentleman and we had good conversations when I supported and toured with The Happy Mondays.”
Along with his frontman brother Shaun, Paul co-founded the Happy Mondays in 1980 and the band got their signature rolling groove on hits like Step On and Kinky Afro.
The original lineup also included drummer Gary Whelan and guitarist Mark Day, and they were later joined by maraca-wielding dancer Bez.
The band was set to perform at the Kubix festival in Sunderland on Friday night, but the festival organizers said: “Following the tragic news of Paul Ryder’s passing this morning, the Happy Mondays will no longer be playing tonight’s show and our thoughts remain with the band. and Paul’s family at this difficult time.”
Synonymous with the ‘Madchester’ music scene, Happy Monday’s mix of psychedelia and alternative rock continues to influence other acts.
The band spilled over into the mainstream with hits from albums like Pills ‘N’ Thrills And Bellyaches and also earned a reputation as hellraisers.
Ryder remained an active member as the Happy Mondays broke up and reformed several times over the past 40 years.
He also acted in several films, including The Ghosts Of Oxford Street and Losing It, and made a cameo as a mobster in the movie 24 Hour Party People, about the Madchester music scene.
He also formed the band Big Arm and released an album titled Radiator in 2008, playing DJ sets all over the world.