Happy birthday! James Murphy turns 56 today

The iconic and legendary dj turns 56 on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026.

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LCD Soundsystem ex-frontman James Murphy is celebrating his 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed djs of his generation.

Popular dj-musician-producer James Murphy has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Murphy, a cultural icon

Born in Princeton on February 4, 1970, James Murphy's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Murphy's not just a great dj, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little James hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for James Murphy as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 56.

Happy Birthday, James, you're the best!

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