def leppard

Inspiring tales of artists who’ve triumphed over devastation.

It hit No. 1 in the U.S. — then they had to learn how to play it live.

Bargain bin '80s chic.

"We were shocked at the success of it," says guitarist Phil Collen.

Thomas Dolby also lent his talents to the Top 20 'Pyromania' single.

Joe Elliott says the band has "always been aware when something’s outstanding and when something’s just OK."

"I don't think he knew who I was," drummer said of teenage assailant.

Doctors feared vocal cord issue would render him unable to sing.

Sixteen tracks from the band's catalog, now with orchestra!

It's the second single off upcoming 'Drastic Symphonies' remake album.

Guitarist compares impact of breakthrough single "Photograph" to Journey, Styx and REO Speedwagon.

A la Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' Mötley Crüe's 'The Dirt' and Elton John's 'Rocketman.'

Singer believes band film would be overshadowed by Rick Allen's car wreck and Steve Clark's death.

Joe Elliott recalls his band's early days, saying he got the gig because he was tall and had a good record collection.

But he did finally get an invite.

British vocalist admits he "mouthed off" too much about similarities between both artists.

He said it was like singing with a ghost that's still alive.

He was attacked outside of a hotel last week.

Def Leppard drummer was assaulted outside his hotel earlier this week.

New version of "Animal" with Royal Philharmonic Orchestra leads LP's arrival in May.