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  1. Sep 12, 2024 · Def Leppard, British rock band that was one of the prime movers of the new wave of British heavy metal in the 1980s and remained popular in concert into the 21st century. The original members were Pete Willis (b. February 16, 1960, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England), Rick Savage (b. December 2, 1960, Sheffield), Joe Elliott (b.

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  2. 4 days ago · Def Leppard was formed in 1977 by vocalist Joe Elliott, bass player Rick "Sav" Savage, guitarist Pete Willis, and drummer Tony Kenning. They later released the EP The Def Leppard E.P. in 1979. [2] . The band signed with Mercury Records and released their debut full-length album On Through the Night.

  3. Sep 9, 2024 · In 1977, Rick Savage, Tony Kenning, and Pete Willis formed a band that would later become Def Leppard. Joe Elliott joined as the lead vocalist, and later, in 1978, Rick Allen replaced Kenning as the drummer.

  4. Sep 24, 2024 · Def Leppard was formed in Sheffield, England, by Rick Savage, Tony Kenning, and Pete Willis. The band later added Joe Elliott, Steve Clark, and Rick Allen to complete their classic lineup.

  5. Sep 24, 2024 · Def Leppard was formed by school friends Rick Savage, Tony Kenning, and Pete Willis. They soon recruited Joe Elliott as their lead singer and changed their name to Def Leppard. In 1978, they released their debut EP, “Def Leppard EP,” showcasing their raw talent and energy.

  6. Sep 10, 2024 · While there was an original drummer, (Tony Kenning 1976-1978) I don’t know if he ever toured the states, so I left him out.) Very often in my experience, a band with a 40-year tenure like Def Leppard generally has a long list of former members.

  7. 6 days ago · Answer: Tony Kenning Tony was fired in 1978 and was replaced by Frank Noon to record "The Def Leppard LP."