Gary Corbett

Gary Corbett (July 15, 1958 – July 14, 2021) (from Hendersonville, Tennessee) was an American keyboardist, composer and producer most famous for playing in the glam rock band Cinderella.[1]

Gary Corbett
Gary Corbett with Cinderella at Festivalna Hall, Sofia, June 15, 2011
Gary Corbett with Cinderella at Festivalna Hall, Sofia, June 15, 2011
Background information
Birth nameGary Corbett
Born(1958-07-15)July 15, 1958
OriginHendersonville, Tennessee, U.S.
DiedJuly 14, 2021(2021-07-14) (aged 62)
GenresHeavy metal
Hard rock
Occupation(s)Keyboardist
Instrument(s)Keyboards, piano
Years active1984–2021
WebsiteGary Corbett's Myspace page
Cinderella Official Site

Corbett had contributed in various capacities to over 27 albums.[2] In addition to his work with Cinderella he has toured with Kiss, Lou Gramm, has worked with all of Bob Marley's sons. In the 1980s, Corbett co-wrote "She Bop" with Cyndi Lauper.[3]

Big Noise was a side project Corbett had been involved in, playing in Iraq for the U.S. Army in 2009.[4]

Corbett passed away on July 14th, 2021; ironically, the same day as Cinderella bandmate Jeff LaBar. Also the day before his 63rd birthday.

References

  1. Taylor, Carlson T. (June 2014). HAIRcyclopedia Vol. 1 - The Legends. p. 43. ISBN 978-1-312-28618-4. Retrieved 18 November 2017.
  2. "Gary Corbett". AllMusic. Retrieved 2011-04-09.
  3. "Interview with Gary Corbett". Sonomawireworks.com. Retrieved 2011-04-07.
  4. "Big Noise Biography". RockDetector. Retrieved 2011-04-11.


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