On This Day In Def Leppard History (4th June 2025)

On This Day in Def Leppard History - 4th June, the following concerts and events took place. Including the release of the re-recorded versions of Pour Some Sugar On Me and Rock Of Ages on this day in 2012.
These new versions were released as digital downloads via iTunes/Amazon (along with the 1988 PSSOM video). They were recorded due to the dispute with Universal records and to capitalise on the 'Rock Of Ages' movie release.
Also on this day in 1999 the band performed a live version of 'Promises' on UK Channel 4 TV show TFI Friday.
Read more about this TV appearance anniversary and watch the video.
23 years ago in 1996 the band played its very first show in Malaysia during the early days of the Slang tour.
Read more about this live show anniversary and read Joe Elliott's tour diary.
On this day in 2021 3 more songs were released from the 39 track 'X, YEAH!, Songs From The Sparkle Lounge: Rarities From The Vault' digital album.
The Chelmsford, England Radio 2 In The Park concert went on sale earlier today for September 2025.
Read more about this live show.
As of 2025, Def Leppard have played 7 times on this date.
3 Songs - X, YEAH!, Songs From The Sparkle Lounge: Rarities From The Vault
Use the previous news links to go back through each day in history.
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