Photo of Def Leppard by Ross Halfin On August 3, 1987, exactly 33 years ago, hard rock legends Def Leppard released their fourth studio album titled Hysteria. The album was the result of dreadful hours in the studio, record-producer Mutt Lange's perfectionism, the never-ending debt of making the album, and drummer Rick Allen's determination to be... Continue Reading →
On July 25, 1980, Australian rock 'n' roll band AC/DC released their seventh studio album titled Back in Black. It is known to be one of the best-selling albums of all time, having sold about 50 million copies worldwide. Forty years later, people all over the world still blast that thing every chance they get!... Continue Reading →
In July of 1981, Def Leppard released their sophomore studio album titled, High 'n' Dry. It was released in the U.K. on July 6 and in the U.S. on July 11. That was 39 years ago, what the heck?!?!? This album not only helped the group establish their musical roots, but it also marked the first... Continue Reading →
As soon as the malls opened up again, I went rushing to the Book Off because who doesn't want cheap DVDs and CDs?!?! Nothing caught my eye in the DVD department, but the CD department was another story. I stumbled upon an AC/DC album titled Powerage (1978); I mostly bought it because the cover reminded me of Carrie (1976).... Continue Reading →
On May 14, 1996 (exactly 24 years ago), Def Leppard released their sixth studio album titled Slang. Honestly, I was terrified of how I'd feel about this album because I've heard mixed reviews on it. Def Leppard is known for their big production, catchy melodies, and tight harmonies, but for Slang, the band decided to try something... Continue Reading →
Guns N' Roses set the bar high for heavy metal following their debut album, Appetite For Destruction (1987). At first, the album received little attention. It wasn't until MTV agreed to play the music video for "Welcome To The Jungle" that the album finally gained some recognition. Within a year after its release, Appetite For Destruction became a commercial... Continue Reading →
I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a fan of One Direction because they were everywhere! You wouldn't believe how many times I've heard "What Makes You Beautiful" on the radio or how many posters I had of them on my wall. I even bought a letterman jacket because of them. When Zayn Malik... Continue Reading →
Def Leppard's Stephen Maynard Clark was born on April 23, 1960, in Sheffield, England. He would've been 60 years old today. Fans everywhere miss him dearly, and his legacy lives on as Def Leppard continues to pay tribute to him at concerts and through the songs released during his time with the band. Like the... Continue Reading →
On March 31, 1992, Def Leppard's Adrenalize album was released to the public, 28 years ago! After Hysteria (1987) came out, the band wanted to release the next album as soon as possible, or at least after the Hysteria tour ended. However, those plans got scrapped after guitarist Steve Clark's death on January 8th, 1991. Clark died due to... Continue Reading →
We have come to an end with the Richie Sambora album reviews with his third album, Aftermath of the Lowdown (2012). Let's hope he releases a new solo album soon because this album is incredible! I already have more than half of the songs on my Spotify playlist. This album showed a more honest side to Sambora,... Continue Reading →
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