80 years old (Born on March 23, 1945)
Happy birthday to the incomparable David Grisman, whose mandolin magic continues to inspire generations and leave banjo players everywhere mildly jealous! From jazz explorations with Jerry Garcia, soulful Americana blends, to groundbreaking bluegrass tunes—you've given us epic jams that truly defy genres. And let's not forget Acoustic Disc—your visionary label that proves fiddles and mandolins don't go out of style.Whether pioneering "Dawg music" or releasing another timeless record from your acoustic empire, you remind aspiring musicians worldwide how cool an unplugged instrument really can sound. Here's wishing you endless strings in tune—and banter even sharper than your solos!