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Willis and Clark were the classic Def Leppard sound. After Pete was gone it was never the same.

Sorry, I can't resist. 2 facts: A.)Mutt Lange was a heavy alcoholic. B.)On the Hysteria album, Mutt tried to dub out most of Steve's parts on the specific song "Hysteria." NONE of the song is Steve. Phil didn't even know. Neither Steve or Phil didn't find out until the album was released and they heard it for the first time. Listen to the song in concert and compare it to the album version. You'll be able to tell the difference. But in the performances in concert, that's Steve you hear, and that's why the song sounded much better live. MUCH BETTER! These are true facts. And it's very sad that Steve was the ONLY victim of Mutt's criticisms.....It gives us an answer as to what caused Steve's increased drinking over time. The reason Steve hated recording was because of MUTT. MUTT would accuse him of playing sloppy and off key, yelling at Steve "you're drunk!" But he never was. However, since his alcoholism had gotten worse over time, this was why he started having the "shakes." He had to drink 2 or 3 shots of vodka in the morning to stop the tremors. It worked. And it certainly didn't make him drunk! Steve was NEVER drunk when he recorded or played live. He made a vow to himself to never do that. And when they toured, Steve's cravings for alcohol were very decreased because playing in concert, doing live performances, was the most vital thing in his life, because he was free to play without Mutt around. He was so happy. Joe once made a comment that Steve hated touring, and Steve got angry at him because out of all of them, he was the one who loved being on tour. He dreaded when the tours ended. So to distract himself, he'd immediately start writing songs for the next album. Where did I get all of the information I've posted: within the last 5 years, I've been able to be backstage before concerts of bands from the same era that are trying to tour again to have the success D.L. has experienced. My daughter's husband is in charge of certain very big venues so I've been lucky to tag along. I've brought up D.L. and asked so many managers and set managers about Steve. I've never had anyone say anything negative about him. Everyone loved him. But the conversations about the memories of Steve would always eventually change to them saying how sad it was that Steve was hated by Mutt and was very paranoid when Mutt was around. No, I've never heard any of this backstage at a D.L. concert, I've never even seen them in concert! Pregnancies, College, working as an RN had all prevented that when Steve was still alive. I have no desire to see them since then. I can't even watch videos without crying! And I promise anyone who has read my torturous long posts, lol, that I am NOT lying. R.I.P. sweet Angel Steve.

Here's another MUTT secret: he criticized Steve and shamed him in front of the whole band when they were recording Hysteria. But Steve was THE composer of ALL of all the songs except two? If it weren't for Steve, Def Leppard would've gone bankrupt, remember how they owed money and they needed to sell over a certain amount of the Hysteria Album to get them out of debt? So basically, STEVE saved the band from going under. Was this specific fact ever made public, that Steve saved the band? Nope. Mutt wouldn't allow it.

When Mutt Lange realized how unique Steve's sound was, he knew he had struck GOLD. He envied Steve so much, because Steve's composing and guitar playing were a sound that was never heard before. That's why MUTT spent so much time on them, he was no fool, he saw $$$. That's also why he always included his name on the song credits. Pure Greed.

This was one of the songs that amazed their would-be manager. He told Steve "You are the sound of Def Leppard, your playing is unlike any other I've ever heard, you'll be the reason this band becomes famous!" And he was right.

The beginning of "The Legend," Mr. Steve Clark! He composed this entire song at only 18 yrs old! That is INCREDIBLE TALENT!

Def Leppard used to rock hard

It’s crazy that they close with Rod into the sun and all the true Def Leppard fans know that song! And lady strangers in the side that’s crazy.

Differently want to be that lady strange ❤

Just think of what these guys could have been if not for MTV's fucked up influence. They lost their balls after High n Dry. The "videos" from that kickass album are actually what I think all music clips should be, just a band rockin out with no posing and preening for the camera and no fucking "story". Straight up live clips are good too.

Def Leppard was a good studio band because of Mutt Lange but Joe Elliott was never a good singer, even in his younger days. My fav Leppard is with Willis/Clark.

Lead and rhythm guitar 🎸 both on the same lick. . what a wonderful sound

We call that twin guitar 🎸 solos in unicen

One the best years of the band❤❤❤❤

Miss the 80s

This vid is proof Pete brought a lot of raw rock to the band that Phil just couldn’t replace. Phil will always be the guy who takes his shirt off for the girls post-Pyromania. Pete Willis was a solid rocker

Great vídeo, I didn't know you're American filmer

He absolutely still looks and sounds amazing

A lot of it is pre-recorded. disappointing, drummer's headphones to keep the time with the tape.

Fuck YEAH!

2025....Wake this BABY up!

Please go listen to the newer live version from 2024 or 25 Joe has so much of his voice back it crazy it’s live and the sound is impeccable I think it’s a Sirius mini concert or something it’s SO IMPRESSIVE.. I mean Joe was in his early 20’s here and now he’s in 60’s I think it’s only about a half step lower now

Great times 🎉

what gets me, there's a ripping lead and the camera is on joe doing i don't know what that dance was but just stayed on him in his pirate outfit

Now that’s Def Leppard!

Sexy Joe Elliott in that blue shirt.

Old school Def Leppard nothing better!!!

So badass. So raw. The bad was hungry for success here. First two albums just kicked ass.

make america even greater…..bring back lighters at concerts!!!!

Saw. Them in 1981. With. My. Grilfriend. And some her friends. Was loud. We keep are. Defleppard. Things. Was loud.

awsome video please do this to rock of ages and foolin

Hell yeah ... the Hysteria tour was a magical fucking time! LOVED both times I went to see them.

❤💥❤💥❤💥❤

This version of "Love Bites" is ABSOLUTELY PERFECT!!!

The Leppardettes Makin' Great Hard Rock Of First Class !!! Salud y Vida Pa'lante !!! Cheers and Life On !!!

Amazing 🤩

Amazing 🤩

saw them with Pete Willis open for Ozzy & Randy ....High & Dry Tour. Still my fav heavy show with 2 guitarists that you couldn't see shortly after that show ever again.

The guitar riffs on this song! ❤

This was the best lineup.

Ohhhh yea! The Real Def Leppard ! Great memories!

Dont think I've ever seen Sav play a Fender bass until now.

Steve ❤

WOW 😢 never heard this epic dramatic version before so powerful

Christ alive.......Leppard on fire here ❤

Long live rock n roll!

Sound's like Rush

Steve❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Love this!