Don Van Vliet (better known as Captain Beefheart) – the man behind such influential albums as “Safe As Milk” and “Trout Mask Replica” – celebrated his 69th birthday on January 15th. Listed below are some of the entries that discuss his influence on modern music (as well as links to video documentary about him).

A Beefhearty & Happy 69th Birthday to Don Van Vliet (Line Out)

Happy 69 Birthday to Don Van Vliet!!! (Wow Cool)