The tune follows “Kick” as the second preview to the UK band’s twelfth studio record and first since a self-titled 2015 set.
Over the past two years, Def Leppard recorded “Diamond Star Halos” simultaneously in three different countries with Joe Elliott in Ireland, Rick Savage in England, and Phil Collen, Vivian Campbell and Rick Allen in the United States.
The 15 track album mixes the group’s classic sound while giving a nod to influences such as David Bowie, T. Rex, and Mott The Hoople, among others; the title itself references T. Rex’s “Bang a Gong (Get It On).”
Special guests on the record include Alison Krauss – on “This Guitar” and “Lifeless”, and David Bowie pianist Mike Garson, who performs on “Goodbye For Good This Time” and “Angels (Can’t Help You Now).”
Due May 27, “Diamond Star Halos” will be available in multiple configurations, including a Deluxe Edition, 2-LP Vinyl, Digital formats and more.
Def Leppard will team up with Motley Crue for a rescheduled US stadium tour this summer, with shows starting June 16 in Atlanta, GA.
Def Leppard
“Diamond Star Halos”
Release date: May 27
01. Take What You Want
02. Kick
03. Fire It Up
04. This Guitar (ft. Alison Krauss)
05. Sos Emergency
06. Liquid Dust
07. U Rok Mi
08. Goodbye For Good This Time
09. All We Need
10. Open Your Eyes
11. Gimme A Kiss
12. Angels (Can't Help You Now)
13. Lifeless (ft. Alison Krauss)
14. Unbreakable
15. From Here To Eternity
See also:
Def Leppard release video for new single Kick
Def Leppard announce new album and stream Kick single
Def Leppard launch online countdown clock
Motley Crue and Def Leppard expand summer stadium tour
Search Def Leppard at hennemusic
