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By Julio
Although there were only a few original Hysteria shirts to be seen, there was still an energetic vibe to be had as Joe and the boys rocked onto their podium with the raw electricity of Undefeated. With all the humility of a WWE entrance, the song acted like a theme song for Def Leppard's return to the centre stage. Phil Collen entered the stage shirtless flexing his hard-earned muscles, whilst it must be said that Joe Elliott may just have the tightest face in 'cock rock'.
Let's Get Rocked got the head-bangers in the crowd primed as they thrust their head, remembering the hair that once followed. A bit of a light-show was to be had (and let's face it, we would have been disappointed without one), along with an extended rendition of Rocket which added fuel to the fire. The indulgent bass solo gave Richard 'Rick' Savage the chance to flex his own muscles, and the David Essex cover of Rock On allowed Joe to elaborate on this borrowed 'coolness'.
Def Leppard's strong points are singing their own songs, not those of others. And on a tour such as this, 25 years post release of Hysteria, the reality that people want the hits! The crowd sung "Pour Some Sugar on Me" with mighty gusto and it was only fitting that the encore consisted of Rock of Ages, which acted almost as a self-proclamation.
By Chakota Mag 2011.
By Eva Rinaldi
Base man Savage and the strong one-armed drummer Allen led the open.
The number that many of the crowd had come to see was Pour Some Sugar On Me, with fans going nutso.
Like fellow rock gods, The Rolling Stones, age has hardly put a dent in their performance or sound.
The Sydney Entertainment Centre has been the Sydney home to a lot of great rock bands over the past year and Def Leppard need not play second fiddle to anyone. Heart gave it their all too. Rock on.
By Street Corner 2011.
By Matt Lawrence
Elliott was classic rock frontman, with poses aplenty and the audience at all times safely held in the palm of his hand.
Dual guitarists Phil Collen and Vivian Campbell traded licks and chops like the best in the business, while drummer Rick Allen proved again that you don't need two arms to pack a punch. His use of foot-pedals in place of several pieces of the traditional drum kit had to be seen to be believed.
A real high point of the Def Leppard experience came midway through the show in the shape of a stripped down, acoustic rendition of power ballad Two Steps Behind. Once finished the acoustic guitars continued for the intro to the band's mega hit, Bringin' On The Heartbreak.
By Fairfield City Champion 2011.
thespotlightreport
After another half an hour, the greatest moment arrived, as the lights went off and the first tones of 'Undefeated' made the crowd jump; because Def Leppard was on stage, ready to rock Sydney!
The concert was just perfect, not missing any classics, with outstanding presence on stage from each of the Leppard's members: Joe Elliot singing with so much energy, taking you back to the 80's in every song, Rick Savage's potent bass and his strong presence was a delight to see, as well as the shirtless Phil Collen, who is technically a master of the guitar. Add to them the great Vivian Campbell moving around the stage with his band mates and the spectacular Rick Allen in the drums, giving a master class of drumming in every track.
The band traversed all across their hits, playing 'Let's Get Rocked', 'Animal', 'Rocket', 'Hysteria' and many more. However, one of the best part of the gig was when the band walked on the catwalk to perform 'Two Steps Behind' in an acoustic version, followed by 'Bringin' on the Heartbreak' which was half acoustic and half electric.
By thespotlightreport 2011.
Read the full review/35 photos at - spotlightreport.net
By beegirl
Although there were only a few original Hysteria shirts to be seen, there was still an energetic vibe to be had as Joe and the boys rocked onto their podium with the raw electricity of Undefeated. With all the humility of a WWE entrance, the song acted like a theme song for Def Leppard’s return to the centre stage. Phil Collen entered the stage shirtless flexing his hard-earned muscles, whilst it must be said that Joe Elliott may just have the tightest face in 'cock rock'.
Let's Get Rocked got the head-bangers in the crowd primed as they thrust their head, remembering the hair that once followed. A bit of a light-show was to be had (and let's face it, we would have been disappointed without one), along with an extended rendition of Rocket which added fuel to the fire. The indulgent bass solo gave Richard 'Rick' Savage the chance to flex his own muscles, and the David Essex cover of Rock On allowed Joe to elaborate on this borrowed 'coolness'.
Def Leppard's strong points are singing their own songs, not those of others. And on a tour such as this, 25 years post release of Hysteria, the reality that people want the hits! The crowd sung 'Pour Some Sugar on Me' with mighty gusto and it was only fitting that the encore consisted of Rock of Ages, which acted almost as a self-proclamation.
By fasterlouder 2011.
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