Happy Birthday to the one and only Louis Armstrong! Born on this day in 1901, the legendary Satchmo changed the world of music forever — and his impact still echoes through every brass band, jazz stage, and joyful heart.

As we celebrated #SatchmoSummerFest this weekend, we marked 25 years of honoring a true icon. Louis wasn’t just a masterful trumpeter and vocalist — he was a pioneer whose charisma, innovation, and soul helped shape jazz into the global art form it is today.

One of the first international music ambassadors, Armstrong used his music to transcend borders and break down racial barriers, charming audiences from New Orleans to Berlin and beyond.

His unmistakable gravelly voice, dazzling solos, and warm smile reminded the world that “What a Wonderful World” is more than a song — it’s a message of hope, joy, and unity that still resonates.

Here’s to Satchmo — a man whose music never stopped swinging and whose spirit never stopped shining.