![]() ![]() In 1994 Cinderella released their fourth album, Still Climbing. She also designed the band's unique logo and often accompanied her husband on tour.Īfter the Heartbreak Station tour Keifer lost his voice and was diagnosed with paralysis of the left vocal cord. He also enjoyed spending time with his wife, Emily, whom he had married in 1987 after years of dating. Keifer enjoyed the reputation of being a prolific songwriter with hits such as "Shake Me", '"Nobody's Fool", "Gypsy Road", "Don't Know What You Got", "Coming Home", "Shelter Me", and "Heartbreak Station". Keifer and company experienced much success with their albums, Night Songs, Long Cold Winter, and Heartbreak Station. This guy struck me as a star right then and there." Then he whipped out this Les Paul and proceeded to lay into some astounding sounds. Bon Jovi has been quoted as saying "I saw Tommy Keifer onstage delivering some pretty nifty, growling vocals. It was then Jon Bon Jovi in 1985, at the Empire Rock Club in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that convinced his Mercury A&R manager Derek Schulman to sign the band. I feel naked when it's just me and the microphone."Ĭinderella was discovered initially by Gene Simmons of Kiss who unsuccessfully attempted to get the band signed. In articles, Keifer has said, "I don't feel comfortable when I'm up there singing and not playing guitar. Despite being shy, Keifer took on the role of lead singer because they could not find anyone they liked to sing for the band. Brittingham, who he met on Halloween night in 1980 in a bar bathroom, had also been in Saints in Hell. Keifer came closer to his dream of being a successful artist by forming the hard rock band Cinderella with good friend and bassist Eric Brittingham. He also found financial support by walking race horses at tracks and delivering film to developing outlets. He had started writing original material. Soon, Keifer conquered his addictions, and began to focus on a career as a musician. After graduating, Keifer played guitar in bands such as Saints in Hell, Telapath, and Diamonds. Keifer graduated and received the coveted instrument. However, his mother Adrienne bribed her son to stay in school by promising him a Gibson Les Paul guitar upon graduation. The young musician struggled with drug and alcohol abuse in high school, and considered dropping out of school to pursue a music career. He soon learned to play the electric guitar. Keifer joined his first rock band while in junior high school. Keifer soon fell in love with the blues and was heavily influenced by this kind of music. DrPepperPark.Tom Keifer grew up in a musical family and began playing guitar at a young age. Video tour of Dr Pepper Park is available on our website. The shows were always amazing, and you can expect the same this summer. There’s going to be three decades of friendship and great music all under one roof, ‘Sonic Slam’ is going to be a blast!” Guns before, but never all of us together. ![]() We are really looking forward to touring again.”įaster Pussycat’s Taime Downe adds, “Faster Pussycat has toured with Tom’s band and L.A. Guns will be heading out on the road with Tom Keifer. Guns’ Tracii Guns agrees, “I’m excited L.A. Guns and Faster Pussycat! Get ready for a 100% live, raucous, loud & slammin’ rock show. Looking forward to seeing everyone in 2022.” Tom Keifer says, “#keiferband is amped for the ‘Sonic Slam’ 2022 tour with our friends L.A. The official itinerary is available at, with more dates to come. Guns, and Faster Pussycat will head out on the road together starting June 1, 2022. Rock fans rejoice! It’s been far too quiet the past couple of years, and it’s finally time for the return of a tour that cranks it to the max! “Sonic Slam” with Tom Keifer #keiferband, L.A. Chairs can be rented at the Beer ID tent. SEATING: Bring your own or rent one of our chairs at the event. It is a very short ride that delivers you right to the front gate! You will see directional signage on South Jefferson when you get close. CINDERELLA BAND FREEPARKING: Please park at the Carilion Riverwalk Garage (beside Honeytree) and ride the FREE shuttle sponsored by Downtown Roanoke Inc. We do have an enforced designated smoking area at the venue. Beverages for the concert will include Pepsi products, beer, and wine from Blue Ridge Beverage. Food will be available onsite from local food vendors. Outside food and beverages are NOT permitted. Will call is located where tickets are sold at the entrance. The Bank of Botetourt box office opens on-site at 6:00pm. Shuttle service begins from the Carilion Riverwalk Parking Garage at 5:45pm. Schedule subject to change without notice ![]()
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