Britton was born in Lewisham, South East London). He was a member of the progressive rock band East of Eden which formed in Bristol from June to December 1969 and recorded the album Snafu. Afterward he joined the Wild Angels.
Britton's early life took place in Lewisham, South East London. He was a key figure in the progressive rock band East of Eden, which operated in Bristol from June to December 1969 and released the album Snafu. Later on, he became a member of another musical ensemble, the Wild Angels.