Which Rock Icons Share Your Birthday This August? Find Out Now

Feeling the heat this August? It’s not just the weather—it’s all the rock star birthday candles being lit this month! August is packed with legendary birthdays, and you might even share your special day with one of rock’s biggest names.

Metal icons Rob Halford and Bruce Dickinson both celebrate this month, along with classic rock royalty like Robert Plant and Gene Simmons. Even Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit fame joins the August birthday bash.

It’s also a time to remember rock legends we’ve lost—Joe Strummer, Phil Lynott, Keith Moon, Layne Staley, Adam Yauch, Dimebag Darrell, and Oderus Urungus—all born in August.

Scroll through the list and see which rock and metal greats are blowing out candles this month!

Joe Elliott
Birthdate: Aug. 1, 1959
Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott turns 66 this year. His powerful voice and charisma have made him one of the most recognizable rock frontmen of all time.

Suzi Gardner
Birthdate: Aug. 1, 1960
L7’s Suzi Gardner hits 65 this August. As a fierce guitar player, she was pivotal in bringing grunge and alternative rock to the mainstream.

Dan Donegan
Birthdate: Aug. 1, 1968
Disturbed’s Dan Donegan celebrates 57 years this August. His face-melting guitar riffs have made him a key part of the band’s signature heavy sound.

Joe Lynn Turner
Birthdate: Aug. 2, 1951
At 74, Joe Lynn Turner’s voice remains as powerful as ever. Known for his work with Rainbow and Deep Purple, he’s a hard rock legend.

Butch Vig
Birthdate: Aug. 2, 1955
Garbage’s Butch Vig turns 70 this year. Not only is he a talented drummer, but he’s also a rock icon known for producing Nirvana’s Nevermind.

Neal Morse
Birthdate: Aug. 2, 1960
Neal Morse, 65, is a prog-rock mastermind. From Transatlantic to his own band, his storytelling and musical talent have earned him a devoted following.

Stephen Carpenter
Birthdate: Aug. 3, 1970
Deftones’ guitarist Stephen Carpenter turns 55 this year. His signature sound and experimental riffs have shaped the band’s unique heavy and atmospheric style.

James Hetfield
Birthdate: Aug. 3, 1963
Metallica’s frontman James Hetfield celebrates 62 years. His growls, guitar skills, and stage presence continue to make him one of metal’s biggest icons.

Ed Roland
Birthdate: Aug. 3, 1963
Collective Soul’s Ed Roland turns 62. His soulful voice and catchy hooks have made the band a staple in alternative rock since the ’90s.

Skin
Birthdate: Aug. 3, 1967
Skunk Anansie’s lead singer Skin celebrates 58 this year. Known for her powerhouse voice and bold stage presence, she’s an icon in rock and beyond.

Brandan Schieppati
Birthdate: Aug. 3, 1980
Brandan Schieppati, 45, is a hardcore legend with Bleeding Through and Eighteen Visions. His intense screams and fierce energy make him a standout in the metalcore scene.

Max Cavalera
Birthdate: Aug. 4, 1969
Max Cavalera turns 56 this August. A true force in metal, his work with Sepultura, Soulfly, and Cavalera Conspiracy has influenced generations of metalheads.

Eddie Ojeda
Birthdate: Aug. 5, 1955
Twisted Sister’s Eddie Ojeda turns 70. As one of the band’s lead guitarists, his riffs and solos are a defining part of the glam-metal era.

Pat Smear
Birthdate: Aug. 5, 1959
Foo Fighters’ Pat Smear turns 66 this year. His punk rock roots and unmistakable guitar riffs have played a key role in the band’s success.

Adam ‘MCA’ Yauch
Birthdate: Aug. 5, 1964
Adam ‘MCA’ Yauch would have been 61 this year. As a founding member of the Beastie Boys, he left an unforgettable mark on hip-hop and alternative music.

Eicca Toppinen
Birthdate: Aug. 5, 1976
Eicca Toppinen, 49, is a founding member of Apocalyptica. His mastery of the cello brings a unique classical twist to the band’s heavy metal sound.

Bruce Dickinson
Birthdate: Aug. 7, 1958
Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson turns 67. Known for his soaring vocals and high-energy performances, he’s a living legend in heavy metal.

Jamey Jasta
Birthdate: Aug. 7, 1977
Hatebreed’s Jamey Jasta celebrates 48 years. His ferocious vocals and hardcore sound have made him a staple in the metal and hardcore scenes.

Rikki Rockett
Birthdate: Aug. 8, 1961
Poison’s drummer Rikki Rockett turns 64. Known for his glam-metal style and infectious energy, Rikki helped define the sound of the ’80s rock scene.

Scott Stapp
Birthdate: Aug. 8, 1973
Scott Stapp, 52, is best known as the voice of Creed. His emotive vocals and powerful delivery have made him a key figure in rock music.

The Edge
Birthdate: Aug. 8, 1961
U2’s guitarist The Edge celebrates 65 this year. With his signature delay-driven sound, he’s one of the most influential guitarists in rock history.

Telle Smith
Birthdate: Aug. 9, 1986
Telle Smith, 39, is the frontman of The Word Alive. His powerful voice and raw energy continue to captivate fans in the metalcore scene.

Tommy Aldridge
Birthdate: Aug. 15, 1950
Whitesnake’s powerhouse drummer Tommy Aldridge celebrates 75 this year. His high-energy drumming style has made him a legend in hard rock and heavy metal.

Gilby Clarke
Birthdate: Aug. 17, 1962
Gilby Clarke, 63, is known for his time with Guns N’ Roses and his solo work. His gritty guitar riffs helped define the sound of ‘90s rock.

Steve Gorman
Birthdate: Aug. 17, 1965
Ex-Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman turns 60. His groovy beats and contributions to the band’s southern rock sound have made him a key figure in rock history.

Tarja Turunen
Birthdate: Aug. 17, 1975
Tarja Turunen, 48, is a classically trained vocalist and former Nightwish singer. Her powerful voice has made her one of the leading figures in symphonic metal.

Ian Gillan
Birthdate: Aug. 19, 1945
At 80, Deep Purple’s legendary frontman Ian Gillan is still rocking. His soaring voice and unforgettable performances have solidified him as one of rock’s greatest singers.

John Deacon
Birthdate: Aug. 19, 1951
Queen’s bassist John Deacon celebrates 74 birthday. Known for his smooth basslines, Deacon was a key part of Queen’s sound, contributing to some of their biggest hits.

Robert Plant
Birthdate: Aug. 20, 1948
At 77, Robert Plant remains a rock icon. His unforgettable voice with Led Zeppelin and as a solo artist continues to inspire generations of musicians.

Phil Lynott
Birthdate: Aug. 20, 1950
Though he passed away in 1986, Phil Lynott’s legacy lives on. The Thin Lizzy frontman, who would have been 75, remains a cornerstone of classic rock.

Dimebag Darrell
Birthdate: Aug. 20, 1966
Dimebag Darrell, who would have been 59, was a guitar legend with Pantera. His shredding and pioneering riffs still influence countless metal bands.

Demi Lovato
Birthdate: Aug. 20, 1992
Demi Lovato celebrates 33 this year. With her powerful voice and emotional performances, she’s been a major influence in pop and rock music.

Fred Durst
Birthdate: Aug. 20, 1970
Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst turns 55 this year. Known for his rapping and energetic stage presence, he helped define the nu-metal genre.

Joe Strummer
Birthdate: Aug. 21, 1952
The Clash’s Joe Strummer would have been 73 this August. His raw lyrics and punk spirit changed the face of music, leaving behind a powerful legacy.

Serj Tankian
Birthdate: Aug. 21, 1967
Serj Tankian, 58, is the voice of System of a Down and a solo artist. His unique vocals and political lyrics have made him a distinct figure in modern metal.

Liam Howlett
Birthdate: Aug. 21, 1971
Liam Howlett, 54, is the mastermind behind The Prodigy. His innovative electronic beats and chaotic style helped define the big beat movement of the ’90s.

Vernon Reid
Birthdate: Aug. 22, 1958
Living Colour’s Vernon Reid celebrates 67 this year. His groundbreaking guitar work and fusion of rock, metal, and jazz have made him one of the most versatile guitarists.

Juan Croucier
Birthdate: Aug. 22, 1959
Ratt’s bassist Juan Croucier turns 66. His driving basslines and songwriting have made him an essential part of the band’s hard rock sound.

Layne Staley
Birthdate: Aug. 22, 1967
Though he passed away in 2002, Layne Staley’s voice remains iconic. The Alice in Chains frontman, who would have been 58, defined a generation of grunge fans.

Keith Moon
Birthdate: Aug. 23, 1946
The Who’s legendary drummer Keith Moon would have been 79. Known for his wild antics and explosive drumming style, he left an unforgettable mark on rock history.

Dean DeLeo
Birthdate: Aug. 23, 1961
Stone Temple Pilots’ guitarist Dean DeLeo turns 64. His inventive riffs and melodic approach were key to the band’s ’90s success.

Julian Casablancas
Birthdate: Aug. 23, 1978
Julian Casablancas, 47, is the lead singer of The Strokes and a solo artist. His distinctive voice and cool, effortless style have made him a defining figure in modern rock.

Ayron Jones
Birthdate: Aug. 23, 1986
Ayron Jones, 39, is making waves as a solo artist. His unique blend of rock, blues, and grunge brings a fresh sound to the Seattle music scene.

Andreas Kisser
Birthdate: Aug. 24, 1968
Sepultura’s guitarist Andreas Kisser celebrates 57 this year. His fierce riffs and contributions to metal’s thrash scene have made him a legend in the genre.

Gene Simmons
Birthdate: Aug. 25, 1949
KISS bassist and iconic frontman Gene Simmons turns 76 this year. Known for his wild persona and signature tongue, Gene helped shape the glam-rock era and continues to rock the world with his larger-than-life character.

Rob Halford
Birthdate: Aug. 25, 1951
Judas Priest’s legendary frontman Rob Halford celebrates 74 this year. His powerful, high-pitched voice and metal scream have earned him the title of “The Metal God.”

Vivian Campbell
Birthdate: Aug. 25, 1962
Def Leppard’s guitarist Vivian Campbell turns 63 this August. With his distinct guitar style, he’s been a key part of the band’s legendary sound since the ’90s.

Derek Sherinian
Birthdate: Aug. 25, 1966
Sons of Apollo’s keyboard wizard Derek Sherinian celebrates 59. Known for his technical skill and fusion of progressive metal and rock, he’s been a key figure in the music world for decades.

Spider One
Birthdate: Aug. 25, 1968
Powerman 5000’s Spider One turns 57 this year. As the band’s frontman, he’s been driving the industrial rock scene with his energetic stage presence and unique sound.

Shirley Manson
Birthdate: Aug. 26, 1966
Garbage’s lead singer Shirley Manson celebrates 61. Her fierce vocals and bold personality have made her one of the most influential women in rock.

Adrian Young
Birthdate: Aug. 26, 1969
No Doubt’s drummer Adrian Young turns 56 this year. Known for his dynamic rhythms, Adrian has been a vital part of the band’s distinctive sound and success.

Tyler Connolly
Birthdate: Aug. 26, 1975
Theory of a Deadman’s frontman Tyler Connolly turns 50. With his smooth vocals and powerful lyrics, he’s led the band through hit after hit.

Alex Lifeson
Birthdate: Aug. 27, 1953
Rush’s iconic guitarist Alex Lifeson turns 72. His innovative guitar work and progressive rock anthems have made him one of the genre’s most influential figures.

Glen Matlock
Birthdate: Aug. 27, 1956
Sex Pistols’ bassist Glen Matlock celebrates 69. As one of the founding members, he played a key role in shaping punk rock and its rebellious spirit.

Tony Kanal
Birthdate: Aug. 27, 1970
No Doubt’s bassist Tony Kanal turns 55 this year. His basslines helped define the band’s ska-punk fusion and made them a staple of ’90s rock.

Steve Whiteman
Birthdate: Aug. 28, 1956
Kix’s frontman Steve Whiteman celebrates 69. His dynamic stage presence and signature rock vocals have been at the forefront of Kix’s energetic performances.

Jack Black
Birthdate: Aug. 28, 1969
Tenacious D’s hilarious and talented frontman Jack Black turns 56. Known for his over-the-top antics and iconic voice, Jack has made an indelible mark in both comedy and rock.

Dave ‘Oderus Urungus’ Brockie
Birthdate: Aug. 30, 1963
Though he passed away in 2014, GWAR’s Dave “Oderus Urungus” Brockie’s legacy continues. He would have been 62 this August, remembered for his wild persona and relentless performances.

Lars Frederiksen
Birthdate: Aug. 30, 1971
Rancid’s guitarist Lars Frederiksen turns 54 this year. His punk rock roots and gritty guitar riffs have made him a staple in the punk scene.

Rudolf Schenker
Birthdate: Aug. 31, 1948
Scorpions’ guitarist Rudolf Schenker celebrates 77. As a founding member, his heavy riffs and unforgettable solos have been central to the band’s decades-long success.

Gene Hoglan
Birthdate: Aug. 31, 1967
Testament and Dethklok’s drumming legend Gene Hoglan turns 58. His thunderous beats and technical prowess have earned him a well-deserved place in the metal drumming pantheon.

Simon Neil
Birthdate: Aug. 31, 1979
Biffy Clyro’s frontman Simon Neil turns 46. With his distinctive voice and emotive songwriting, Simon has led the band to success in the alternative rock scene.