January is a busy and auspicious month in music history:
It’s January 2025 y’all! January is a busy month for music birthdays. Let’s get to it.
- The pioneering and legendary Grandmaster Flash celebrated his 67th birthday on January 1
- Gang of Four co-founder and guitarist Andy Gill was born on this day 68 years ago on January 1
- Led Zeppelin‘s John Paul Jones celebrates his 79th 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 50th –yes, y’all, 50th! — 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!
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