It’s Aries season, y’all! And the month or so of the astrological sign is busy and auspicious for music history:
- DJ Premier‘s birthday was on the 21st
- Edward James “Son” House‘s birthday was on the 21st
- Damon Albarn‘s birthday was on the 23rd
- Chaka Khan‘s birthday was on the 23rd
- Aretha Franklin‘s birthday was on the 25th
- Sir Elton John‘s birthday was on the 25th
- Diana Ross‘s birthday was on the 26th
- Teddy Pendergrass‘s birthday was on the 26th
- Mariah Carey‘s birthday was on the 27th
- My birthday was on the 28th
- Tracy Chapman‘s birthday was on the 30th
- AC/DC‘s Angus Young‘s birthday was on the 31st
- Marvin Gaye‘s birthday was on the 2nd
The legendary bluesman Muddy Waters was born on this date 109 years ago today. Largely considered the father of modern Chicago blues, Waters’ work has had a towering influence on rock — and that shouldn’t be surprising at all. So today let’s celebrate the man and his legendary work.
Happy birthday, sir! Happy birthday, wherever you are!
