Def Leppard stand among the defining names of 1980s British hard rock. Formed in Sheffield in 1977, the band reached global fame through catchy melodies, razor-sharp guitar solos and arena-ready choruses.

After promising beginnings with On Through the Night (1980) and High ’n’ Dry (1981), Def Leppard broke through with Pyromania (1983), featuring the anthems “Photograph” and “Rock of Ages”. Their worldwide domination came with Hysteria (1987), selling over 25 million copies and delivering unforgettable hits like “Pour Some Sugar on Me” and “Animal”.

The band’s story is also one of resilience — drummer Rick Allen continued to perform after losing an arm, using a custom electronic kit, turning tragedy into triumph. Def Leppard became a symbol of perseverance and stadium-rock brilliance.

On MusikMachine, find a selection of embroidered patches inspired by Hysteria, Pyromania and the band’s iconic logo — must-have items for every fan of epic and melodic hard rock ⚡

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