Eric Brittingham

Eric Brittingham is an American bassist best known as a founding member of the glam metal band Cinderella, which emerged in the late 1980s. Born on December 8, 1961, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Brittingham played a pivotal role in shaping the band's sound, characterized by a fusion of hard rock and blues influences. Cinderella achieved significant commercial success with their albums "Night Songs" (1986) and "Long Cold Winter" (1988), both of which featured hits like "Nobody's Fool" and "Don't Know What You Got (Till It's Gone)." Cinderella's music is often associated with the glam metal scene of the 1980s, but the band distinguished itself with a more blues-oriented approach compared to its contemporaries. Brittingham's melodic bass lines and harmonies contributed to the band's unique sound. After the band's initial success, Brittingham pursued various musical projects, including collaborations with artists like Jeff LaBar and participating in Cinderella's reunion tours. His influence on the glam metal genre and contributions to the late '80s rock scene have left a lasting legacy, marking him as a significant figure in American rock music history.