Jeff LaBar
American guitarist from Cinderella band
Born
March 18th, 1963
62 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Guitarist contributed to the glam metal band Cinderella, which gained popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The band achieved significant commercial success with the albums 'Night Songs' and 'Long Cold Winter.' LaBar was instrumental in shaping the band's signature sound and style, contributing to numerous hits that defined the era. Throughout his career, he also performed with other musical groups and participated in various projects encompassing hard rock and metal genres.
Released the album 'Night Songs' with Cinderella
Contributed to hit singles like 'Don't Know What You Got (Till It's Gone)'
Participated in the album 'Long Cold Winter'
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