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FROM THE VAULT: How Def Leppard Defied the Odds to Create Hysteria – An 80s Rock Masterpiece
Published 8Â months ago
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🎸 On This Day in Rock History:
In 1978, Def Leppard played their first-ever gig at Westfield School in Sheffield, setting the stage for their legendary career.
In today’s VAULT episode, we dive into the unbelievable story behind their 1987 blockbuster album Hysteria — a masterpiece shaped by Joe Elliott, Steve Clark, Rick Savage, Rick Allen, and Phil Collen, with producer Mutt Lange.
From tragedy to triumph, it’s a journey of persistence, sound innovation, and rock perfection.
With exclusive commentary by Joe Elliott.
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