Cinderella, formed in 1982 in Philadelphia, embodies the essence of 1980s American glam metal — sharp riffs, raspy vocals, and a flamboyant aesthetic. Fronted by the charismatic Tom Keifer, the band’s rise was meteoric after being discovered by Jon Bon Jovi. Their debut album Night Songs (1986) went triple platinum, driven by hits like “Nobody’s Fool” and “Shake Me”, cementing their sound between hard rock power and bluesy emotion.

Unlike many hair metal bands of the era, Cinderella stood out through strong blues rock influences, most evident on Long Cold Winter (1988) and Heartbreak Station (1990). As the band’s main songwriter, Tom Keifer brought authenticity and grit to their music. Despite vocal issues and lineup changes in the 1990s, the group remained active into the 2000s, delivering powerful tours and brief reunions.

A true symbol of rock’s golden age, Cinderella remains a cult favorite — loved for both their stadium anthems and heartfelt blues-inspired songs. Their retro style and sincerity still resonate with fans of melodic hard rock.

On MusikMachine, explore several official items dedicated to Cinderella — embroidered patches, stickers, and t-shirts, perfect for every glam metal fan 🤘

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