Friday, 20th July 2012
Animal UK Seven Inch
Def Leppard released their 'Animal' single 25 years ago on this day in 1987 in the UK.
The single was the first to be released from the 'Hysteria' album. It was also the first release following Rick Allen's 1984 car accident.
The single was released on 20th July 1987 and reached number 6 in the UK Top 40 chart. The first ever major hit in the UK and the first Top 10 single of the band's career. The band performed the song on Top Of The Pops in mid August, their first broadcast appearance on the legendary show.
Below are the comments about the song made by the band for the 'Vault' album release.
1995 - Vault Liner Note Quotes
Phil Collen - "A total nightmare to record but our first UK hit. Thank you."
Rick Savage - "Ist Top Ten single in England. Gave me biggest sense of accomplishment."
Joe Elliott - "Our first big hit in England & finally broke us in our home country - At last!."
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Def Leppard - Animal Single Page
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