Happy New Year and happy birthday to some of rock, metal, and indie’s brightest and most legendary figures. As we ring in 2026, we can also pop some Champagne and toast to these Capricorn and Aquarius babies, who have made some of the most iconic tracks in alternative music history. From the incredible and beloved Poppy, to the iconic Rage Against The Machine frontman Zack de la Rocha, all the way to Foo Fighters and Nirvana artist Dave Grohl, here are some January musician birthdays to mark in your cals this month.
Poppy — January 1
Poppy might be having her birthday on the very first day of the year, but she’s actually giving us a gift with the arrival of her new album, Empty Hands, on January 23.
Spencer Chamberlain — January 4
We hope Underoath‘s frontman Spencer Chamberlain gets to hang out with his bestie Aaron Gillespie on his birthday this year…and maybe on a tour…because we’re selfish and want to see them live ASAP.
Jinxx — January 7
45 has never looked more rock ‘n’ roll! Happy birthday to the Black Veil Brides guitarist, who is so cool, he only needs one name: Jinxx.
Damiano David — January 8
We’re “beggin'” Måneskin‘s own Damiano David to have a dazzling, and, of course, sexy day.
Cody Carson — January 9
Set It Off‘s Cody Carson is sure to turn his party animal side on this celebratory January day.
Rob Zombie — January 12
Rob Zombie is stepping into his 61st year with the arrival of his first album in five years, The Great Satan, in February. That’s the right way to kick off a new year, tbh!
Zack de la Rocha — January 12
Okay, everyone, for Zack de la Rocha‘s birthday, we all have to promise to make billionaires’ lives harder and support local mutual aid efforts. It’s the only gift he wants!
Dave Grohl — January 14
We wish Dave Grohl a birthday that is as sleek and luxurious as his gorgeous hair and goatee.
Sonny Moore — January 15
May From First To Last‘s Sonny Moore, aka Skrillex, have a day that’s an absolute bangarang.
Rou Reynolds — January 16
May the whole world give *you* a kiss just for your birthday, Enter Shikari frontman, Rou Reynolds.
Awsten Knight — January 17
Waterparks‘ Awsten Knight will hopefully have a great day celebrating turning 34…maybe he will even get another kiss from Michael Clifford.
Dan Campbell — January 17
Dan “Soupy” Campbell is entering a new era…his 40s, and we think these’ll be the most wonderful years yet.
Jonathan Davis — January 18
Instead of singing “Happy Birthday” to Korn‘s Jonathan Davis, make sure to do your best “Boom-da-da-mmm-dum-na-ee-ma/Da-boom-da-da-mmm-dum-na-ee-ma” to celebrate the occasion.
Calum Hood — January 25
Wishing Calum Hood a restful birthday, because the rest of the year is going to be a thrill ride on the international 5 Seconds Of Summer tour.
Fat Mike — January 31
59 has never looked as punk as it does on NOFX‘s Fat Mike. Happy birthday, king!
