DEF LEPPARD To Release THE STORY SO FAR Vinyl For Record Store Day 2019
Def Leppard will release a double vinyl version of The Story So Far best of album for Record Store Day 2019.
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DEF LEPPARD 2019 News Recap Part 2 (February)
By dltourhistory
Welcome to recap of all things Def Leppard in the year 2019 continuing with the month of February.
Another year (and decade) for the band is about to end and these updates look back at the major events that took place over the last 12 months.
Featuring links to past news stories.
A month in which the band announced their 12 date 'Sin City Residency'.
12 shows were confirmed for August and September for the second residency in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Vivian Campbell's Last In Line released their second studio album 'II' and continued touring in the USA.
The 2019 Record Store Day released was announced with the tracks from CD2 of 'The Story So Far' being issued for the first time on vinyl.
The band members also continued looking forward to their induction into the RRHOF in various interviews.
Other major anniversaries also took place including the release of the 'Photograph' single in 1983 and Steve Clark's last UK appearance in 1989.
Visit the Tour News section. For more news on future tour plans.
Visit the Album News section. For more news on new music (based on band member quotes).
28th february 2019
'The Story So Far Volume 2' vinyl released for Record Store Day 2019 was confirmed and announced.
28th february 2019
36 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Release PHOTOGRAPH Single In The USA
Def Leppard released their classic Photograph single 36 years ago on this day in 1983 in the USA.
The 36th anniversary of the release of the classic 'Photograph' single in the USA.
27th february 2019
28 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD's STEVE CLARK (Details Of Death Revealed)
Def Leppard guitarist Steve Clark died in January 1991 and on this day 28 years ago the coroner's report into his death was released.
The 28th anniversary of the release of the coroner's report into Steve Clark's death.
26th february 2019
RICK ALLEN Says DEF LEPPARD's RRHOF Induction Is A Big Deal
Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen was interviewed in January by SiriusXM radio and spoke about the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.
Rick talked again about the upcoming RRHOF induction and how big of a deal it was for the band.
25th february 2019
RICK ALLEN Says DEF LEPPARD's RRHOF Induction Is Very Special
Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen was interviewed in January by Philadelphia radio and spoke about the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.
Rick talked about how special the RRHOF induction was for the band ahead of the ceremony.
25th february 2019
30 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD's ROCKET Single At Number 15 In UK
Def Leppard's classic single Rocket hit Number 15 in the UK singles chart 30 years ago on this day in 1989.
The 30th anniversary of the 'Rocket' single peaking at Number 15 in the UK charts.
23rd february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL On JOE ELLIOTT Asking Him To Join DEF LEPPARD In 1992
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was recently interviewed to promote the second Last In Line album.
Vivian spoke about the 'Last In Line II' album and joining Def Leppard in 1992.
23rd february 2019
16 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD's X Tour In MANCHESTER (Photo Gallery)
Def Leppard played a show in Manchester, England on this day in 2003 during the X/Ten tour and media photos are available.
The 16th anniversary of a 2003 X/Ten tour show in Manchester, England. View media photos..
22nd february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL/LAST IN LINE 2019 Houston, TX Fan Photo Gallery 1
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell played a show with Last In Line in Houston, TX on 16th February and a gallery of fan photos has been sent in.
Vivian Campbell played another show with Last In Line in Houston, TX.
22nd february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL/LIL LAST IN LINE II (Album Released Today/Stream Now)
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell's side band Last In Line have today released their second album II.
Vivian Campbell and his side band Last In Line released their second studio album II featuring the single 'Landslide'.
21st february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL/LAST IN LINE 2019 Dallas, TX Fan Photo Gallery 1
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell played a show with Last In Line in Dallas, TX on 15th February and a gallery of fan photos has been sent in.
View a photo gallery from the Last In Line show in Dallas, TX.
20th february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL On The LAST IN LINE II Album And His Guitar Solos
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell has been interviewed ahead of Last In Line's second album release.
Vivian was interviewed about the new Last In Line album.
19th february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL Says It's A Good Time To Be In DEF LEPPARD
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was recently interviewed to promote the second Last In Line album.
Vivian talked about Def Leppard's recent success during a Last In Line interview..
19th february 2019
36 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD's PHOTOGRAPH At Number 66 In The UK
Def Leppard's classic Photograph single reached Number 66 in the UK 36 years ago on this day in 1983.
The 36th anniversary of the 'Photograph' single peaking at Number 66 in the UK charts.
19th february 2019
3 Years Ago VIVIAN CAMPBELL/LAST IN LINE Release Heavy Crown Album
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell and his side band Last In Line release their debut album Heavy Crown on this day in 2016.
The 3rd anniversary of Last In Line's debut album 'Heavy Crown' being released.
18th february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL Says DEF LEPPARD Want To Be Fans Best Concert Experience
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was recently interviewed by Winnipeg radio ahead of the Canadian tour.
Vivian talked to local radio to promote the Def Leppard show in Winnipeg, MB, Canada.
18th february 2019
JOE ELLIOTT Says DEF LEPPARD's Sin City Residency Is Fantastic
Def Leppard singer Joe Elliott was interviewed earlier today about the second Las Vegas residency.
Joe spoke about the upcoming Sin City Residency in Las Vegas, NV.
17th february 2019
35 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Reissue PHOTOGRAPH Single In The UK
Def Leppard reissued their classic Photograph single 35 years ago on this day in 1984 in the UK.
The 35th anniversary of the 'Photograph' single being re-released in the UK.
16th february 2019
30 Years Ago STEVE CLARK's Last UK Appearance With DEF LEPPARD
Def Leppard guitarist Steve Clark made his last UK appearance with the band 30 years ago today in 1989 on Top Of The Pops.
The 30th anniversary of Steve Clark's final public performance with Def Leppard in the UK at Top Of The Pops.
16th february 2019
Original DEF LEPPARD Guitarist PETE WILLIS Celebrates 59th Birthday
Def Leppard's original guitarist Pete Willis is celebrating his 59th birthday today in Sheffield, England.
Original guitarist Pete Willis celebrated his 59th birthday ahead of being inducted into the RRHOF.
14th february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL's LAST IN LINE Release Blackout The Sun Single/Video
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell's side band Last In Line have released a new promo video and single called Blackout The Sun.
Vivian's Last In Line released their new single 'Blackout The Sun'.
13th february 2019
DEF LEPPARD Announce 12 SIN CITY RESIDENCY Shows In LAS VEGAS
Def Leppard have today announced 12 new North American tour dates in Las Vegas as part of the Sin City Residency.
The 12 date 'Sin City Residency' in Las Vegas, NV was confirmed and announced for August/September. A return after the 2013 VIVA! Hysteria shows.
13th february 2019
30 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Perform PSSOM At The Brit Awards
Def Leppard performed a playback version of Pour Some Sugar On Me at the Brit Awards 30 years ago on this day in 1989.
The 30th anniversary of the band's first and only performance at The Brit Awards in London, England at the Royal Albert Hall.
12th february 2019
4 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Announce 2015 US Tour With Styx/Tesla
Def Leppard announced a 48 date US tour with Styx and Tesla 4 years ago on this day in 2015.
The 4th anniversary of the 2015 US tour announcement with Styx and Tesla in support.
12th february 2019
31 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Film HYSTERIA In The Round Show In Denver
Def Leppard began filming their first ever live concert video In The Round-In Your Face 31 years ago today in Denver, Colorado.
The 31st anniversary of the legendary In The Round shows in Denver, CO which were filmed for the 'In The Round-In Your Face' live concert film.
10th february 2019
2 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD's And There Will Be A Next Time DVD/2CD Released
Def Leppard's And There Will Be A Next Time...Live From Detroit DVD/Blu-ray/2CD was released on this day in 2017.
The 2nd anniversary of the 'Live From Detroit' CD/DVD/Blu-ray package being released.
10th february 2019
23 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Finish The SLANG Album In Dublin
Def Leppard completed recording their sixth studio album Slang in Dublin, Ireland 23 years ago on this day in 1996.
The 23rd anniversary of the 'Slang' album being completed in Dublin, Ireland.
10th february 2019
5 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Release The SLANG Deluxe Edition
Def Leppard's Slang Deluxe Edition album was released five years ago today in the UK and around the world.
The 5th anniversary of the 'Slang Deluxe Edition' release featuring a second disc of bonus material.
9th february 2019
36 Years Ago PHIL COLLEN's First Show With DEF LEPPARD In London
Def Leppard played their first show with guitarist Phil Collen in London, England on this day 36 years ago in 1983.
The 36th anniversary of Phil Collen's first show with Def Leppard in London, England during the 'Pyromania' tour.
8th february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL Says DEF LEPPARD Grateful For RRHOF Honour
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was recently interviewed by Hamilton Radio and mentioned the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.
Vivian talked about the honour of the band being inducted into the RRHOF.
7th february 2019
35 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD's PYROMANIA World Tour Ends In Bangkok
Def Leppard played the final show of the Pyromania world tour 35 years ago on this day in 1984 in Bangkok, Thailand.
The 35th anniversary of the 'Pyromania' world tour ending in Bangkok, Thailand.
5th february 2019
DEF LEPPARD's VIVIAN CAMPBELL On Continuing To Work After Cancer Diagnosis
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was recently interviewed by Ultimate Guitar and talked about his health issues.
Vivian talked about how he continued to work after being diagnosed with cancer in 2013.
5th february 2019
VIVIAN CAMPBELL On DEF LEPPARD/LAST IN LINE 2019 Touring
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was interviewed at the NAMM convention and mentioned the 2019 tour.
Vivian was interviewed at the NAMM show and talked about the 2018 tour.
4th february 2019
JOE ELLIOTT On DEF LEPPARD's Cover Of ACTION From Retro-Active
Def Leppard singer Joe Elliott was recently interviewed and spoke about the band classic 1994 single Action.
Joe talked about the cover of Sweet's 'Action' from the 'Retro-Active' album.
3rd february 2019
36 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Release PHOTOGRAPH Single In The UK
Def Leppard released their classic Photograph single 36 years ago on this day in 1983 in the UK.
The 36th anniversary of the release of the classic 'Photograph' single in the UK. The lead off track from 'Pyromania'.
1st february 2019
DEF LEPPARD's VIVIAN CAMPBELL To Reissue 72987537 Guitar
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was interviewed at the NAMM convention and revealed his new guitar.
Vivian announced plans to issue a special edition of his first guitar.
1st february 2019
3 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Postpone All February Tour Dates
Def Leppard were forced to postpone all upcoming tour dates three years ago in February 2016 due to Joe Elliott's vocal problems.
The 3rd anniversary of multiple tour dates being cancelled/postponed due to Joe Elliott's vocal issues.
1st february 2019
5 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD Start Work On Self-Titled Album In Dublin
Def Leppard gathered in Dublin, Ireland five years ago on this day in 2014 to start writing and recording new music at Joe Elliott's home studio.
The 5th anniversary of the band starting work on their self-titled studio album at Joe Elliott's home studio in Dublin, Ireland.
Visit the February 2019 News Section to view all the news stories in full.
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- The Story So Far...The Best Of Def Leppard - (Album)
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