Let's make this birthday one to remember.

77 years old (Born on February 22, 1948)

Happy Birthday, Joe LaBarbera! May your day swing harder than a Chuck Mangione trumpet solo and groove smoother than those legendary Bill Evans sessions. You've kept impeccable time behind the kit for decades—clearly proving that jazz drummers don't age; they just get better at improvising their birthdays.

From laying down rhythms with finesse alongside musical giants to inspiring countless musicians worldwide, you've truly mastered the art of making every beat count. Here's hoping this year brings you as much joy as audiences have felt listening to your timeless grooves—and may all birthday candles be in perfect sync today!