Let's make this birthday one to remember.

88 years old (Born on June 30, 1936)

Happy Birthday to the legendary Dave Van Ronk! From your vibrant days at Greenwich Village, captivating audiences with that gritty voice and impeccable folk-blues style—your performances have left an everlasting impression. Whether singing through laughter or melancholy, every strum brought timeless storytelling alive.

Your influential presence in shaping 1960s acoustic revival continues resonating today. Your classic renditions of "Hang Me, Oh Hang Me" and inspiring generations—from Dylan onward—remain milestones nobody forgets easily. On this special occasion, may memories stay strong like your melodies; cheers to more laughs shared around smoky cafes (or sunny porches) wherever admirers spin our favorite records again!