On This Day In Def Leppard History (12th August 2025)

On This Day in Def Leppard History - 12th August, the following concerts and events took place. Including the UK release of the 'X/Ten' album on this day in 2002.

The album reached number 14 in the UK Top 40 chart. It featured a black X on a white background unlike the North American version which was released on 30th July. The UK release also featured two extra tracks - 'Kiss The Day' and 'Long Long Way To Go (acoustic version)'.

Read more about this album release anniversary and the story of how it was made.

Another 2025 tour show takes place tonight in Albuquerque, NM with Def Leppard starting after 9pm MDT.

Read more about this show. Follow the LIVE UPDATES.

As of 2025, Def Leppard (will) have played 14 times on this date.

Use the previous news links to go back through each day in history.

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