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DEF LEPPARD In INDIANAPOLIS, IN On THE STADIUM TOUR 2022 (Show Report/Setlist)

Def Leppard 2022. Screenshot

Def Leppard played show number 25 of The Stadium Tour in Indianapolis, IN last night with 17 songs performed.

The show took place at the 70,000 capacity Lucas Oil Stadium.

The first visit to Indianapolis since July 2018 on the Journey co-headline tour.

The 20th show by the band in this city and first time at this venue.

The first visit here took place in August 1981 at Hilbert Circle Theatre as support to Ozzy Osbourne during the High 'n' Dry tour.

Show #25 - Another Indoor Stadium

Another indoor concert in another MASSIVE stadium. The third indoor show of the tour after Toronto and Minneapolis.

A giant retractable roof (closed) and a huge retractable (and also closed) window behind and above the stage with the skyline on downtown Indianapolis in view and a sunset by the end of the show.

Follow this link to see what the stadium looks like with the roof and window open.

The show kicked off at 7:30pm ET. A slightly more civilised time than the previous show (for International fans online...).

Mr Rick Allen aka The Thundergod started the drum intro for 'Take What You Want' and the band made themselves right at home in this huge 70,000 seat NFL stadium.

Home of the Indianapolis Colts team.

A quick "Good evening Indianapolis!." and 'Let It Go' continued another hot performance by the band in more 30C temperatures.

Heat and sunshine now replacing the lightning storms and rain from Leg 1.

Another loud crowd and some incredible views inside this venue with the lights and lasers looking awesome in the darkness of the closed roof.

A special show on a special day for one of the band members.

The Thundergod Anniversary

Yes Rick "The Thundergod" Allen celebrating the 36th anniversary of his big comeback at Donington Park in Derby, England.

The Monsters Of Rock festival show took place on 16th August 1986 supporting Ozzy Osbourne and Scorpions with Motorhead, Bad News and Warlock also on the bill.

Joe introduced Rick and mentioned the anniversary briefly ahead of 'Rock Of Ages'.

He had already showed off his skills at the end of 'Switch 625' to very loud applause from the over 50,000 fans.

This show being one of the largest venues and show capacities so far.

25th Show

The 25th show of the tour with now just 11 more to go this year.

And as mentioned by Vivian in the latest Behind The Stadium Tour video - "Next year we'll probably hit it a bit harder and do some more shows" in 2023. A possible hint of upcoming tour announcements.

View many photos and fan video clips below.


Indianapolis, IN 2022 Photos

Screenshots by dltourhistory.


Watch some Fan Videos from the show here.

Def Leppard 2022 Fan Videos.

Joe Elliott - Let It Go Intro

"Good evening Indianapolis!."

Joe Elliott - Foolin' Intro

"Thank you. Thank you very much. Once again good evening. How we doing out there?. It's good to finally be here. Thanks for waiting. Been a long time. It's good to be here it really is."

"What have we got for you tonight?. Bit of everything I guess. All the way back to the beginning almost. Right up to the new album. And most points in between including this one, which is what?. 1983. Pyromania."

Joe Elliott - Armageddon It Intro

"Thank you. Thank you very much. Looking good out there. Oh yes. Look at that. Look at that."

"Also looking good tonight. All the way from Belfast in Northern Ireland. Make a lot of noise please for Mr. Vivian Campbell!."

Joe Elliott - Rick Allen/Rock Of Ages Intro

"Thank you. Thank you very much. Oh yeah!."

"So 36 years ago today this boy made his comeback. Make some noise for Rick Allen!."

"And I think he's got something to say."

Joe Elliott - End Of Show Speech

"Indianapolis!. Thanks for having us. Been a real pleasure. Thanks for coming. Thanks for waiting. See you next time. Goodnight."

"Thank you so much. Let's make some noise for Classless Act. And Joan Jett And The Blackhearts. For Poison. Enjoy Motley Crue."

"Until next time. And there will be a next time."

"Till then. Don't forget us. We won't forget you. Goodnight!."


The next Def Leppard show will take place in Houston, TX on 19th August.

Def Leppard Indianapolis, IN 16th August 2022 Setlist

  • 01 - Take What You Want
  • 02 - Let It Go
  • 03 - Animal
  • 04 - Foolin'
  • 05 - Armageddon It
  • 06 - Kick
  • 07 - Love Bites
  • 08 - Promises
  • 09 - This Guitar - (Semi-Acoustic)
  • 10 - Two Steps Behind (Full Version/Full band) - (Acoustic)
  • 11 - Rocket (Single Version)
  • 12 - Bringin' On The Heartbreak
  • 13 - Switch 625 (instrumental)
  • 14 - Hysteria (Extended Outro)
  • 15 - Pour Some Sugar On Me
  • 16 - Rock of Ages
  • 17 - Photograph

Motley Crue Indianapolis, IN 16th August 2022 Setlist

  • 01 - Wild Side
  • 02 - Shout At The Devil '97
  • 03 - Too Fast For Love
  • 04 - Don't Go Away Mad (Just Go Away)
  • 05 - Saints Of Los Angeles
  • 06 - Live Wire
  • 07 - Looks That Kill
  • 08 - The Dirt (Est. 1981)
  • 09 - Medley
  • 10 - Home Sweet Home
  • 11 - Dr. Feelgood
  • 12 - Same Ol' Situation (S.O.S.)
  • 13 - Girls, Girls, Girls
  • 14 - Primal Scream
  • 15 - Kickstart My Heart

Various Photos/Videos


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