Def Leppard has been thrilling audiences for over 40 years, and their passion for energizing fans only continues to
grow.
The band, featuring Joe Elliott (vocals), Rick Allen (drums), Phil Collen (guitar), Vivian Campbell (guitar), and Rick
Savage (bass), is gearing up for its third consecutive summer stadium tour, set to kick off on July 6 in St. Louis.
Known for their electrifying performances, Def Leppard consistently delivers a setlist packed with their catchy,
melodic hits from their 12 studio albums. Classic tracks like “Photograph,” “Let’s Get Rocked,” “Foolin’,” and
“Armageddon It” are just a glimpse of what fans can expect, along with newer material.
Their upbeat song “Kick” from the 2022 album “Diamond Star Halos” has become a staple in their live shows, and
this tour will also feature “Just Like 73,” a fresh track with influences from Gary Glitter and Slade.
Collen understands that for Def Leppard to remain relevant, their set list, production, and staging must constantly
evolve. He cites two monumental artists as inspiration: “When you see Taylor Swift or Beyoncé in concert, it’s taken
to another level,” he explains. “For us, it’s always about someone raising the bar, and we strive to exceed it.”
In a conversation a few weeks before their 23-date co-headlining tour with Journey, the upbeat, often shirtless
guitarist discussed how he stays healthy on tour and his pre-show routines.
The tour will also feature the Steve Miller Band and Cheap Trick on various dates; Heart was originally scheduled for
three shows, but due to Ann Wilson’s cancer diagnosis, Cheap Trick will now open on July 30 and August 2, with the
Steve Miller Band performing on August 5.
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