# Still Climbing: Tom Keifer of Cinderella Reflects on the Band’s Legacy & His Solo Career

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Podcast: [My Weekly Mixtape: Music Discovery & Nostalgia](https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-weekly-mixtape-music-discovery-nostalgia-5972905)
Published: 2026-06-28T23:54:34+00:00
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## Resource

This week, we're revisiting my feature-length interview with Tom Keifer , legendary Cinderella frontman, as he reflects on the band's enduring legacy , his acclaimed solo career , and the challenges that nearly ended it . In this in-depth conversation, Tom shares the stories behind his critically acclaimed solo albums The Way Life Goes (2013) and Rise (2019), offering insight into his songwriting process , musical influences , and the transition from Cinderella frontman to solo artist . He also opens up about his long and difficult battle with vocal cord paralysis —a challenge that nearly ended his career —and the determinatio n it took to rebuild his voice and return to the stage . We also dive into the story behind the 2017 re-recording of Cinderella's iconic hit "Nobody's Fool," featuring Lzzy Hale of Halestorm , along with so much more from across the Cinderella catalog and Tom's ongoing musical journey . Honest , thoughtful , and full of great stories , this conversation is a deep dive into resilience , reinvention , and legacy —or, as Tom would say— one for rock and roll . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: ⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com⁠ 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): ⁠ https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape⁠ 🌐 Connect on Social: ⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media⁠ 📧 Email the Show / Contact: ⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact⁠ 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/

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