Manchester Orchestra Drummer Tim Very Dies at 42

Tim Very, the drummer for the Atlanta-based indie rock band Manchester Orchestra, has died, the group announced on Saturday, February 14, 2026. He was 42 years old.

A Beloved Musician and Family Man

The band shared the news of Very’s passing in a heartfelt statement posted to Instagram, expressing their devastation at the loss of their “brother.” They described him as “the most beloved human being any of us were lucky enough to realize in this life.”

Bandmates Andy Hull, Robert McDowell, and Andy Prince remembered Very as instantly likable, kind, and warm, noting his infectious laugh and ability to make everyone feel welcome. They emphasized his humor and energy as foundational to the band’s community, where strangers became friends and friends became family.

The statement continued, praising his dedication to his craft and highlighting that he loved his family even more than creating music, describing him as a “joyful dad.”

Career with Manchester Orchestra

Very joined Manchester Orchestra in 2011, following the departure of drummer Jeremiah Edmond. He contributed to multiple studio albums and tours during his tenure with the band, including 2014’s Cope and its acoustic version Hope, 2017’s A Black Mile to the Surface, and 2021’s The Million Masks of God [3].

Beyond Manchester Orchestra

In addition to his work with Manchester Orchestra, Very pursued other creative projects, including content shared on his YouTube channel [4]. He was also a founding member of the San Diego rock group Waking Ashland, which launched in 2003 [4].

Cause of Death

As of February 16, 2026, the cause of Tim Very’s death has not been revealed [1], [2], [3].