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DEF LEPPARD To Donate STAND BY ME Cover Proceeds To L.A. Wildfires Relief

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Def Leppard will donate the proceeds from their new single Stand By Me to L.A. wildfire relief.

The first release of 2025 and tied in to the current Netflix movie 'Bank Of Dave 2 The Loan Ranger'.

The full details of this release have now been announced.

Stand By Me Single

Having performed the song in 'Bank Of Dave 2 The Loan Ranger' film, the band have released a studio version of 'Stand By Me' as a new single.

The first new single release since 'Just Like '73' in June 2024.

L.A. FireAid Wildfire Relief

The song was released to streaming and download services at midnight UK time.

At first the cover art seemed to indicate a link to California or a possible tease of an appearance at the LA FireAid shows in Los Angeles (which turned out not to be the case).

But the California coast artwork has now been explained by the band who have shared messages of support for the Los Angeles area which they all have major ties to.

All proceeds from this single release will be donated to the FireAid L.A. wildfires relief effort.

The two FireAid benefit shows took place last night in Los Angeles at the KIA Forum and Intuit Dome venues and were opened by Green Day and Alanis Morissette.

Read the band's quotes below.

Listen to the full song below via Spotify and buy it from Amazon.


You can also listen on YouTube


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Def Leppard Stand By Me

01 - Stand By Me - 3:10 - Amazon - (MP3)


  • Producer - Def Leppard/Ronan McHugh
  • Release Date - 31st January 2025
  • Vocalist - Joe Elliott
  • Guitar/Background Vocalist - Phil Collen
  • Guitar/Background Vocalist - Vivian Campbell
  • Bass Guitar/Background Vocalist - Rick Savage
  • Drum Kit - Rick Allen
  • Composer Lyricist - Ben E. King
  • Composer Lyricist - Jerry Leiber
  • Composer Lyricist - Mike Stoller

Song credits did not specify the producer but it's safe to say Ronan McHugh was involved again.


Buy 'Stand By Me' Online




Def Leppard Quotes

All proceeds from the track will be donated to FireAid to assist in both short-term relief efforts and long-term initiatives to prevent future fire disasters throughout Southern California.

Los Angeles, we stand by YOU


Joe Elliott Quotes

Los Angeles & its surrounding area has always played a central role in Def Leppard’s career, from it being where some of us are based and it being our U.S. hub for rehearsals, to being the city where we played our first-ever American gig.

We feel blessed to be able to dedicate this song & give all the royalties to the amazing heroes in L.A. helping those affected by the fires. No better song.


Phil Collen Quotes

In times of devastation, standing together is more important than ever.

As a resident of Southern California for 35 years, I’ve witnessed the impact of wildfires as they continue to ravage communities across California.

Our cover of Ben E. King’s ‘Stand By Me’ is a tribute to resilience, unity, and hope.

All proceeds from our version will go directly to wildfire victims, helping those who need it most.

Let’s stand by each other and make a difference—because no one should face hardship alone.”


Rick Savage Quotes

For a time in the 80’s and 90’s, LA became my home from home.

To see the devastation caused by the wildfires is heartbreaking.

To everyone affected by the tragedy, our hearts go out to you all.

May you find a way forward physically, mentally and spiritually.

It’s hard to comprehend the incomprehensible but there’s a chance if we stand by each other.


Vivian Campbell Quotes

Having spent most of my adult life living in L.A., it’s beyond heartbreaking to see the devastation wrought by the fires.

I’m familiar with each and every neighbourhood affected and know so many who have lost their homes and livelihoods.

Our thoughts continue with them all as they begin to rebuild their lives and communities.


Rick Allen Quotes

I have a continued appreciation for the L.A. firefighters and all of the first responders.

I know how important first responders are in states of emergency, especially given my history, which is why in addition to supporting FireAid through the release of “Stand By Me,” the Raven Drum Foundation will be offering 5 signed guitars to benefit First Responders Resiliency Inc., offering free resiliency and trauma trainings for first responders and their families across California.


Donate at fireaidla.org



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