Let's make this birthday one to remember.

62 years old (Born on September 11, 1963)

Happy Birthday, Paul Mahern! From punk-rocking with Zero Boys in the '80s to fine-tuning hits for legends like Willie Nelson and John Mellencamp—your journey has been louder (and cooler) than most. Who knew that behind those iconic tracks was a guy who once screamed into microphones at sweaty underground shows?

Whether you're mixing magic for The Fray or capturing indie brilliance with Okkervil River, your ears have shaped countless musical masterpieces. Here's hoping this birthday is as timelessly awesome as your career—and may you never lose track of which knob turns up the volume!

Rock on forever, Paul!