Thursday, 12th July 2012
Pic by Stephanie
Guitarist Phil Collen joined Def Leppard on this day in 1982 and is celebrating 30 years of being in the band.
Phil joined the day after Pete Willis was fired from the band for his excessive drinking which was causing problems in the studio during the making of the 'Pyromania' album.
The above photo was taken at last night's show in Newark, New Jersey by Stephanie. Some band quotes from a 1984 interview are shown below with the band giving their opinions about then 'new' member Phil.
Def Leppard 1984 Interview Quotes
Steve Clark - "We expect better things for the future now that Phil's in the group because he's going to contribute a lot more. Playing with him on stage every night is a pleasure."
Rick Savage - "He's somebody that we all get on with."
Joe Elliott - "We're so pleased with the addition of Phil Collen. Phil's been just great to work with...able to contribute a lot to Pyromania and he's been a joy on tour. His addition has made us stronger than ever."
Def Leppard - Rock Of Ages Tour 2012
Def Leppard - Phil Collen Section