Let's make this birthday one to remember.

50 years old (Born on September 25, 1974)

Happy Birthday, Daniel Kessler! As Interpol's sharp-suited maestro of melody and emissary of effortlessly cool guitar riffs, you've single-handedly ensured that indie-rock remains stylishly brooding. From 'Turn On the Bright Lights' to your brilliantly moody melodies in recent shows, you've proved that an intelligent strum on a Fender speaks louder than words—or occasionally incomprehensible lyrics.

This year saw you once again dazzling fans worldwide on stage, reminding us mere mortals how to pull off elegant melancholy and suave charm at the same time. In honor of your birthday, may your suits remain impeccably tailored and your guitar never require tuning mid-concert!