Let's make this birthday one to remember.

52 years old (Born on March 06, 1973)

Happy Birthday, Peter Lindgren! To the man whose riffs have awakened generations and whose solos caused nearly as much neck stiffness in headbangers around the globe as chiropractors can handle – we salute you today. Guitar World set you among metal's top fifty guitarists for good reason; clearly your fretboard wizardry is timelessly supreme.

From mesmerizing melodies on "Blackwater Park" to masterful compositions that shaped Opeth’s legacy—your musical footprint resonates loudly and proudly through every heart-thumping riff you've ever penned. May your future hold plenty more beastly solos, weekend-long headbang sessions (followed by therapeutic massages), and everlasting heavy metal glory!