Leppard have worked hard to develop – and master - such an established sound over their 30-plus year career, and some of the band’s influences have been mixed into that, especially in the critical early stages of the group’s development.
With that in mind, question #13 in the October fan series asks, “Are there any current bands that influence you? If yes, who?”
Let’s roll the tape and see what Joe Elliott and Phil Collen have to say one this one…
Def Leppard - answers fan questions, part 13
Def Leppard – Rocket
Download Festival – Donington Park, UK – June 10, 2011
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