FROM THE VAULT: How Def Leppard Defied the Odds to Create Hysteria – An 80s Rock Masterpiece
FROM THE VAULT: How Def Leppard Defied the Odds to Create Hysteria – An 80s Rock Masterpiece  
Podcast: Professor of Rock
Published On: Fri Jul 18 2025
Description: 🎸 On This Day in Rock History:In 1978, Def Leppard played their first-ever gig at Westfield School in Sheffield, setting the stage for their legendary career.In today’s VAULT episode, we dive into the unbelievable story behind their 1987 blockbuster album Hysteria — a masterpiece shaped by Joe Elliott, Steve Clark, Rick Savage, Rick Allen, and Phil Collen, with producer Mutt Lange.From tragedy to triumph, it’s a journey of persistence, sound innovation, and rock perfection.With exclusive commentary by Joe Elliott.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.