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Def Leppard are an English rock band formed in 1977 in Sheffield as part of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement. Since 1992, the band has consisted of Rick Savage (bass, backing vocals), Joe Elliott (lead vocals), Rick Allen (drums, backing vocals), Phil Collen (guitar, backing vocals), and Vivian Campbell (guitar, backing vocals). Therefore, this is the band's longest-standing line-up. The band's strongest commercial success came between the early 1980s and the early 1990s. Their 1981 album High 'n' Dry was produced by Robert John "Mutt" Lange, who helped them begin to define their style, and the album's stand out track "Bringin' On the Heartbreak" became one of the first metal videos played on MTV in 1982. The band's next studio album Pyromania in 1983, with the lead single "Photograph", turned Def Leppard into a household name. In 2004, the album ranked number 384 on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.[8] Def Leppard's fourth album Hysteria, released in 1987, topped the U.S and UK album charts. As of 2009 it has 12x platinum sales in the United States, and has gone on to sell over 20 million copies worldwide.[9] The album spawned six hit singles, including the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 number one "Love Bites", alongside "Pour Some Sugar on Me", "Hysteria", "Armageddon It", "Animal" and "Rocket". Their next studio album Adrenalize (the first following the death of guitarist Steve Clark) reached number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 and UK Album Chart in 1992, and contained several hits including, "Let's Get Rocked" and "Have You Ever Needed Someone So Bad". Their 1993 album Retro Active contained the acoustic hit song "Two Steps Behind", while their greatest hits album Vault released in 1995 featured the new track "When Love & Hate Collide".

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Journey Announce UK & Ireland Arena Tour With Cheap Trick Photo Journey Announce UK & Ireland Arena Tour With Cheap Trick
by Michael Major - February 27, 2024

Currently on a headline arena tour of the USA, JOURNEY will be spending the summer on a co-headline stadium tour of America with Def Leppard, before bringing their much-anticipated 50th Anniversary tour to the UK & Ireland this autumn. Main support on all dates comes from the acclaimed Illinois powe...
Legendary Rockers TESLA Release Double LP 'Real To Reel Vol I' For Record Store Day Photo Legendary Rockers TESLA Release Double LP 'Real To Reel Vol I' For Record Store Day
by Michael Major - February 19, 2024

Originally released on June 5, 2007, Real to Reel Vol I is a cover song studio album that pays homage to classic rock tunes from the late 1960s and early 1970s. TESLA brings their unique touch to these iconic tracks, recorded using analog tape and vintage equipment, with a dedication to preserving t...
'Mötley Crüe: The End – Live in Los Angeles 4K' Set for Release in April 5 Photo 'Mötley Crüe: The End – Live in Los Angeles 4K' Set for Release in April 5
by Michael Major - February 07, 2024

Mötley Crüe: The End – Live In Los Angeles fully captures the energy and emotion of the evening on December 31, 2015 when legendary rock icons Mötley Crüe completed their 35-year touring career as a band with a spectacular final concert, “The End” at Staples Center in their hometown of Los Angeles, ...
HEART Announce Royal Flush Tour 2024 Dates With Special Guest Cheap Trick Photo HEART Announce Royal Flush Tour 2024 Dates With Special Guest Cheap Trick
by Michael Major - January 29, 2024

The current members of HEART feature Nancy Wilson (rhythm, lead and acoustic guitar, backing and lead vocals), Ann Wilson (lead vocals and flute), Ryan Wariner (lead and rhythm guitar), Ryan Waters (guitars), Paul Moak (guitars, keyboards and backing vocals), Tony Lucido (bass and backing vocals) an...
Aline Garza Releases New Single 'Day One' Photo Aline Garza Releases New Single 'Day One'
by Michael Major - January 23, 2024

For her first foray into the recording studio, she was able to bring along some impressive friends: “Day One” was produced by hitmaker Adam H. (who has worked with artists as diverse as Ray J, Ne-Yo, Elise Estrada, Def Leppard and Loverboy) and mixed by five-time Grammy winner Orlando Calzada (Lady ...
Kentucky Songwriter Stoll Vaughan To Release New Album Photo Kentucky Songwriter Stoll Vaughan To Release New Album
by Michael Major - December 12, 2023

Musically grounded in his John Mellencamp Indiana days, the album features Dane Clark on drums (Mellencamp), John Ginty on keys (Sheryl Crow, Allman Betts Band), Mike Grosser on bass (Grace Potter), Johnny Stachela with slide guitar on 'Thick Of It' and 'Killing Floor' (Duane Betts, Allman Betts Ban...
Legendary Rockers Tesla Returning to House of Blues Las Vegas in 2024 Photo Legendary Rockers Tesla Returning to House of Blues Las Vegas in 2024
by Michael Major - December 11, 2023

During this exclusive five-day run of shows, TESLA will touch all sides of their unique discography including the heavier edge of electric songs like “Modern Day Cowboy,” “Hang Tough” and “Edison's Medicine,” as well as their acoustic driven songs such as “Signs” and “Love Song” (two Top 10 Billboar...
The Connells Release Live Acoustic Version of 'Running Mary' From 30th Anniversary Re Photo The Connells Release Live Acoustic Version of 'Running Mary' From 30th Anniversary Reissue of Breakthrough Album 'Ring'
by Michael Major - August 02, 2023

Craft Recordings is celebrating the 30th anniversary of The Connells’ breakthrough album, Ring, with its first vinyl reissue and a bonus-filled CD. The group has also shared a previously unheard live acoustic version of “Running Mary” which is featured along with other recently discovered versions o...
Alice Cooper Shares New Single 'White Frankenstein' & Announces New Tour Dates Photo Alice Cooper Shares New Single 'White Frankenstein' & Announces New Tour Dates
by Michael Major - July 19, 2023

Alice Cooper releases his new single “White Line Frankenstein” from his upcoming album Road on earMUSIC. Produced by Bob Ezrin, the album hit worldwide top positions on Amazon within 24 hours of the announcement. “White Line Frankenstein” is built on a rocking riff as it goes into a memorable chorus...
EUROPE Celebrate 40th Anniversary; In Studio To Record New Music Photo EUROPE Celebrate 40th Anniversary; In Studio To Record New Music
by Michael Major - July 17, 2023

Swedish rock legends EUROPE-- Joey Tempest (Lead Vocals), John Norum (Guitars), John Levén (Bass Guitar), Mic Michaeli (Keyboards), Ian Haugland (Drums)--are back in the studio to record new music for the first time since 2017 and the recording of their last album, WALK THE EARTH....
Wolfgang Van Halen's MAMMOTH WVH Announces Fall Headline Tour Photo Wolfgang Van Halen's MAMMOTH WVH Announces Fall Headline Tour
by Michael Major - July 17, 2023

These dates come on the heels of the band’s successful European tour last month that saw them opening for Metallica, Alter Bridge, and Def Leppard/Motley Crüe. The headline tour will kick off November 4th in Milwaukee, WI and run through December 9th when Mammoth returns home to Los Angeles....
The Connells Release Never Before Heard Demo Version of 'Carry My Picture' From 30th Photo The Connells Release Never Before Heard Demo Version of 'Carry My Picture' From 30th Anniversary Reissue of Breakthrough Album 'Ring'
by Michael Major - July 13, 2023

Both formats of the album have been newly remastered by Brent Lambert at Carrboro, NC’s The Kitchen, and include 21 bonus tracks, including rare B-sides and 12 previously unreleased demos. Rounding out the packages are new liner notes by the Raleigh-based journalist and author David Menconi, featuri...
The Connells to Release 30th Anniversary Edition of Breakthrough Album 'Ring' Photo The Connells to Release 30th Anniversary Edition of Breakthrough Album 'Ring'
by Michael Major - June 21, 2023

Both formats of the album have been newly remastered by Brent Lambert at Carrboro, NC’s The Kitchen, and include 21 bonus tracks, including rare B-sides and 12 previously unreleased demos. Rounding out the packages are new liner notes by the Raleigh-based journalist and author David Menconi, featuri...
Lauren Monroe Announces Special Dates With Rick Allen Photo Lauren Monroe Announces Special Dates With Rick Allen
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023

The singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and healing arts practitioner and educator is thrilled to set the upcoming single, “Brave,” a string of summer shows with legendary drummer Rick Allen (of Def Leppard), and a partnership with Chateau Diana to benefit Raven Drum Foundation, the organizatio...
Lauren Monroe to Release Special Edition of Acclaimed Album Photo Lauren Monroe to Release Special Edition of Acclaimed Album
by Michael Major - December 19, 2022

Lauren Monroe will welcome the new year with the release of a special version of her acclaimed album. Messages from Aphrodite (Storyteller Edition) features a track-by-track commentary, offering personal insight into the themes of healing and spirituality woven throughout the record....
Multi-Platinum Songwriter/Producer Sam Hollander To Release New Book 21 HIT WONDER To Photo Multi-Platinum Songwriter/Producer Sam Hollander To Release New Book 21 HIT WONDER Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - December 05, 2022

On December 6th, songwriter and producer Sam Hollander will release his new book, 21 Hit Wonder, Flopping My Way To The Top Of The Charts on BenBella Books Inc., a true story about his adventures in songwriting.  In addition, Hollander will couple the release with a college speaking tour (dates belo...
Backed By Def Leppard And A Fast-Selling UK Tour, Sheffield Indie-Rockers VIVAS Relea Photo Backed By Def Leppard And A Fast-Selling UK Tour, Sheffield Indie-Rockers VIVAS Release 'Feel'
by Michael Major - December 05, 2022

Sheffield-based Indie-Rock outfit VIVAS are due to release their latest single ‘Feel’ on 18th November 2022. This year has been significant for the band as they became an underground favourite in their hometown as well as gained an engaged following online which led to their first UK Tour that start...
Taylor Swift-Signed Guitar Added to Auction for Veterans and First Responders Photo Taylor Swift-Signed Guitar Added to Auction for Veterans and First Responders
by Michael Major - December 05, 2022

Launched on Veterans Day and running through December 12th, Raven Drum Foundation’s second annual 12 Drummers Drumming auction brings together a list of rock’s most influential and legendary figures to raise vital funds for people dealing with PTSD, trauma, and suicidal ideation....
Def Leppard & Mötley Crüe Announce 'The World Tour' Following Successful North Americ Photo Def Leppard & Mötley Crüe Announce 'The World Tour' Following Successful North American Stadium Run
by Michael Major - October 20, 2022

Produced by Live Nation, the world tour kicks off on Saturday, February 18th, 2023 at Foro Sol in Mexico City. Both bands will bring their electrifying stage shows across the globe with stops throughout Latin America before heading to Europe in May 2023 – which includes a stop at the iconic Wembley ...
Legendary Rockers Tesla Announce Special Las Vegas Residency at House of Blues Las Ve Photo Legendary Rockers Tesla Announce Special Las Vegas Residency at House of Blues Las Vegas
by Michael Major - September 27, 2022

During their exclusive five-night run of shows, TESLA will touch all sides of their unique discography including the heavier edge of electric songs like “Modern Day Cowboy”, “Hang Tough” and “Edison’s Medicine”, as well as their acoustic driven songs such as “Signs” and “Love Song” (two Top 10 Billb...
Quinton Griggs Unveils New Single 'Anything Goes' Photo Quinton Griggs Unveils New Single 'Anything Goes'
by Michael Major - September 23, 2022

'Anything Goes” is already a crowd favorite, having made waves at Quinton’s live performances, including a recent show at LA’s School Night. Now, Quinton is gearing up for ‘The Almost Famous Tour’ with Beauty School Dropout. Hitting cities such as New York, Austin, and Chicago, catch his incendiary ...
The Struts Announces New Single 'Fallin' With Me' Photo The Struts Announces New Single 'Fallin' With Me'
by Michael Major - August 15, 2022

‘Fallin’ With Me’ finds The Struts’ features frontman Luke Spiller commanding listeners to join him in L.A. Produced by Jayson DeZuzio (Imagine Dragons) and written by Spiller with The Struts guitarist Adam Slack, Joshua Karp, Jesse Thomas, and DeZuzio, ‘Fallin’ With Me’ was inspired by seemingly en...
Band Of Silver Release New Single 'Machine' Photo Band Of Silver Release New Single 'Machine'
by Michael Major - August 08, 2022

Nashville's Band Of Silver (made up of siblings Avery Silvernagel and her younger brothers Alex and Evan) has released a new single 'Machine.' Band Of Silver will be direct support on Echosmith's upcoming fall tour (Oct 13-Nov 18). Listen to the new single and check out upcoming tour dates now!...
Quinton Griggs Unveils Heartfelt Single “Gemstone” Photo Quinton Griggs Unveils Heartfelt Single “Gemstone”
by A.A. Cristi - July 29, 2022

Quinton Griggs has unveiled a new track 'Gemstone.' The track was a favorite of Quinton's late friend, Cooper, and dedicated to his memory. Stalling his other upcoming releases, Quinton decided the only track he wanted to share with the world was the one that meant the most to Cooper. ...
Reservoir Announces New Deal With Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Drummer Matt Sorum Photo Reservoir Announces New Deal With Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Drummer Matt Sorum
by Michael Major - July 26, 2022

Throughout his decades-long career, Sorum has been revered as the drummer providing the driving beat for countless legendary rock bands, including Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver, and The Cult. In 1990, Guns N’ Roses’ lead guitarist Slash asked Sorum to take over as drummer for the band from then to ...










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