January is a busy and auspicious month in music history:
- Legendary hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash celebrated his 66th birthday on January 1.
- Led Zeppelin‘s and Them Crooked Vultures‘ John Paul Jones celebrates his 78th birthday today.
French touch pioneer Thomas Bangalter, best known for his work in Stardust and the multi-Grammy Award-winning duo Daft Punk celebrates his 49th birthday today. Bangalter is behind some of the most beloved tunes that rocked dance floors across the world.
Happy birthday Thomas! May there be many, many more!