DEF LEPPARD Reflects on Five Decades of Playing Live in Rock Candy Magazine
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Rock Candy magazine's Issue 56 delves into DEF LEPPARD's almost 50 years of playing live, covering their tiny gigs to stadium-straddling monster tours.

Editor Howard Johnson spoke with every member of the band, uncovering fascinating insights and a wealth of in-depth information.

The story spans from DEF LEPPARD's early days in the explosive New Wave Of British Heavy Metal period through to their current thoughts on playing live shows until they drop.

In a detailed forensic examination of the band's history, DEF LEPPARD vocalist Joe Elliott explains the secret to their long-term success: "The fact that we're all mates and everybody knows it," he said.

"The fact that we've had the same lineup for 34 years now is insane." The band's enduring passion for playing live shines through in bassist Rick Savage's comments: "We genuinely love playing live.

We really, really do...

We take so much pride in what we do." DEF LEPPARD drummer Rick Allen reflects on their shared experiences from the Sheffield scene before joining the band.

Guitarist Phil Collen shares his experience of playing "In The Round," which was physically demanding but an amazing experience.

Vivian Campbell discusses the band's collective focus on delivering a top-notch show and reinvesting in that effort.,The magazine features DEF LEPPARD as its main subject, with interviews revealing their unique experiences and perspectives throughout their five-decade career.

Other notable content includes Joe Bonamassa discussing Rory Gallagher, drummer Charlie Benante recalling ANTHRAX's "Sound Of White Noise" period, a question-and-answer session with MR.

BIG, and more.