Elliot Easton

Born in Brooklyn, New York, USA on December 18, 1953 (age 72)

Elliot Easton is the renowned lead guitarist and founding member of the American new wave band The Cars. A left-handed player known for his melodic and technically precise solos, his work is a defining element of the band's signature sound on hits like "Just What I Needed" and "My Best Friend's Girl".