Emerging from Sheffield in 1977, a British rock band became a cornerstone of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. Their albums "Pyromania" and "Hysteria" achieved monumental success, each selling over 10 million copies in the U.S., solidifying their status among rock legends. Known for melodic hooks and anthemic choruses, they continue to influence generations.
Emerging from Sheffield in 1977, a British rock band became a cornerstone of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. Their albums "Pyromania" and "Hysteria" achieved monumental success, each selling over 10 million copies in the U.S., solidifying their status among rock legends. Known for melodic hooks and anthemic choruses, they continue to influence generations.
Through 12 studio albums, Def Leppard has made a legendary career as a band, but not all of their records have stacked up the same over the years.
Def Leppard became a signature band of the 1980s, but their career spans beyond the decade, and these 10 songs define their complete journey.
When it seemed like a legendary metal band's career was about to change forever, they were able to turn tragedy into an inspirational story.
It's not easy to fall asleep at a rock concert, but I somehow managed to do it - and 7 years later, I'm still embarrassed. How did this happen?
