About
Elliot Easton (né Steinberg; born December 18, 1953) is an American musician who is best known as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist for the American new wave band the Cars. His melodic guitar solos are an integral part of the band's music. Easton has also recorded music as a solo artist, and has played in other bands. He is a left-handed guitarist. In 2018, Easton was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Cars.
Member of
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The Cars background vocals, guitar
Discography
Albums
Links
Concerts
Also known as
Elliot Steinberg
Identifiers
- MusicBrainz
- f879a352-3687-42d5-af35-90d5dba72fdd
- ISNI
- 000000005545705X
- IPI
- 00125550693
Data from MusicBrainz, saved 11 Nov 2026. Photo from Wikimedia Commons, covers from the Cover Art Archive and Apple Music.