Def Leppard Tickets

About Def Leppard

Def Leppard are one of Britain’s most enduring and influential rock bands, formed in Sheffield in 1977. Emerging from the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, they fused the grit of hard rock with sharp pop sensibility, creating a sound that came to define stadium rock through the 1980s and beyond. Their classic line-up — Joe Elliott (vocals), Rick Savage (bass), Rick Allen (drums), Phil Collen (guitar) and Vivian Campbell (guitar) — helped shape an era of anthemic choruses, soaring melodies and meticulous production that set new standards for rock’s mainstream reach.

Their landmark albums Pyromania (1983) and Hysteria (1987) remain two of the best-selling rock records of all time, spawning hits such as “Photograph”, “Animal”, “Love Bites” and “Pour Some Sugar on Me”. Despite the challenges of lineup changes and personal tragedy — most famously drummer Rick Allen’s return after losing his arm — the band’s resilience has only deepened their legacy. Continuing to record and tour to packed arenas, Def Leppard were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019, a testament to their influence and longevity.