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DEF LEPPARD's JOE ELLIOTT In 70th BD Video For SCORPIONS Klaus Meine

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Def Leppard singer Joe Elliott has taken part in a 70th birthday video message for Scorpions singer Klaus Meine.

A six date tour of Australia and New Zealand was announced on 25th April which will see the Scorpions open for Def Leppard on the Hysteria & More world tour.

Joe is featured in a new video message to their since Klaus Meine who turns 70 today. Many other artists also appear including Jon Bon Jovi, Brian Johnson (AC/DC), Rob Halford (Judas Priest), Slash and other members of the Scorpions.

Def Leppard first played with Scorpions in 1980 when they both toured with Ted Nugent.

They later supported then in September/October 1980. Their very first European tour.

They would also play before them and Ozzy Osbourne during the four Monsters Of Rock shows in August 1986. Including the famous Donington Park show.

Watch the full video below with Joe's part at 10:15mins in.

Visit the Tour News section. For more news on future tour plans.


Scorpions Video - Joe Elliott Quote

"Klaus Meine. I cannot believe you're already 17. Oh 70!. 70 of course. How could you be 17 when we toured with you 38 years ago."

"1980 Def Leppard and the Scorpions and we're gonna do it again in Australia and I'm really looking forward to seeing you again pal."

"Happy, happy birthday. Many many more."



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