Pour some sugar on me? Yes please! Vocal ANALYSIS of Def Leppard!

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Yes, I have heard "Pour Some Sugar On Me" by Def Leppard, but couldn't tell you who Def Leppard was. Or more than just the chorus. . . but after having swam in a bathtub of M&Ms, I thought it would be prudent to check it out. I mean, who wouldn't want to be doused in sugar?
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Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she analyzes to Def Leppard for the first time, performing "Pour Some Sugar On Me”.
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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[@TheCharismaticVoice]

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[@leonidasneves7972]

PLEASE LISTEN TO SYSTEM OF A DOWN MIND!!!! doesn't have music video so watch a lyrics video, SERJ DID SOME OF HIS WILDEST VOCALS ON THAT SONG!!!!

[@GodlessScummer]

Hey Elizabeth. Did you notice Rick Allen the drummer. A couple of years before this was released he lost an arm in road accident.

[@theshakyproject2971]

"Welcome back to The Charismatic Meal." :)

[@adelardj7026]

There is this amazing band called "Steel Panther", that I have never seen any vocal coach proffesionally analysed. Would be awesome to someday see it on your channel ;) Here's song suggestion from live performence, the video on youtube is called: "Steel Panther - "The British Invasion" Teaser #1 "Party All Day"", where British Invasion is name of the concert, Party all day is name of the song, so it's not song teaser, it's concert teaser with full song in the video. They are heavily influenced by bands like Def Leppard, Van Halen etc ;)

[@genghisgalahad8465]

​@@GodlessScummer yup, they noticed in the live chat 🎉 🥁

[@Cadinho93]

Rick Allen designed that drum kit himself after his accident where he lost his arm. The story is so inspiring. Amid severe depression and suicidal thoughts at the realization that he would never play drums again, he determined that he wasn't going to give up. He designed and had his own, one-of-a-kind drum kit built and went on to become one of the most iconic rock drummers of all time. Also, not only this song, but their whole album "Hysteria" was huge and still is one of the best rock albums of all time.

[@metalmark1214]

I give kudos to the band for keeping him as their drummer.

[@Wrexxxx]

Seems like I heard he’d lied to them about his age to join the band or quit school, 15 at the time.

[@OP1967NCFC]

I was at Ricks first gig back after the accident on the Snake Pass in 84. It was just a small gathering of only 75,000 at Castle Donington for Monster Of Rock festival in 1986 and it was awesome. Saw them loads of times before then and have always been an awesome band live.

[@joeb2]

It’s an amazing story for sure. Dude is an inspiration to say the least. Also, Adrenalize is a killer album too.

[@davidsthubbins176]

I’m more of a Pyromania man myself

[@abatage]

I have to recommend 'Photograph' and 'Bringing On The Heartbreak' - fantastic vocals

[@gailbreslin5441]

I concur

[@jimclarke8260]

Good choices! I would also add 'Foolin'!

[@LemonyFresh]

Animal and Rock of Ages are great too!

[@CraigStamford]

White Lightning, Die Hard the Hunter, Too Late for Love, Bringin' on the Heartbreak, Photograph and Gods of War would be my top choices

[@redridernl]

Photograph is one of the best rock songs of that era.

[@rustywarrior5288]

Hysteria was Def Leppard at the height of their musical powers. I saw them on the tour this album and it was the last time that I saw Steve Clark live. RIP Steve.

[@GeeVanderplas]

RIck Allen controls a series of pedals with his left foot to do what he'd normally do with his left hand. It's truly impressive. What's also impressive is that his band mates stood by him and supported him in his decision to want to continue, no matter how hard it was. It's such in inspirational story. Small side note, original guitarist Steve Clark was still in the band here, Viv Campbell (who was Dio's original guitarist) replaced him after his sad death in 1991...

[@clintatk]

We can certainly talk about their great musical abilities, but that the band chose to put a halt to their work and careers, and told Rick Allen that they would wait for his recovery is exceptional. That’s character. That’s love. No one knew if he would be able to play and yet they made the choice for their friend.

[@derekwilkinson6920]

An extremely classy move on their part. Class like this is rarely seen in the music industry (particularlyfrom Labels).

[@jamesgonzales5285]

For their Brother

[@richardfrancis9399]

Joe was very upset and let it be known when AC/DC replaced Brian Johnson with Axle Rose when Brian was going through his vocal problems.

[@lenoreellis8107]

I'm going to join the chorus for "Photograph". It's a great song, and really shows off Joe's voice.

[@lordmortarius538]

Foolin', Bringin' on the Heartbreak, and Love Bites too. Shit, the whole Hysteria album tbh

[@redridernl]

Photograph would also be my top choice if she's going to do another one of their songs but I really the the drive of Rock Brigade.

[@RobertSmith-js2kz]

Their greatest song, without question. Arguably THE song that brought this style of music on to top 40 radio also.

[@LockeDanie]

@@lordmortarius538 The most underrated album is by far 'Slang' with songs such as 'All I Want Is Everything', 'Breathe a Sigh' and 'Where Does Love Go When It Dies'. Another favourite of mine and most people either forget or do not know of, is 'Goodbye'

[@ostlandr]

Call me a weirdo, but "Jimmy's got a gun" is a favorite of mine.

[@jebjab22]

These guys are still touring. As a matter of fact, my hubby just bought us 2 tickets to see them along with Journey, Steve Miller Band, Heart and Cheap Trick next summer and I'm so excited. I've seen them 10 times in the last 20 years and Def Leppard never disappoints. They always put on the best show.

[@davidchambers9827]

I just seen that , hopefully they come to my area that would be awesome show with that line up

[@horseygirl645]

Lucky you! I hope you have a fantastic time. 🤟

[@Joreel]

I'm so jealous... As a 80s kid that would be an amazing lineup to see. Hope you have an amazing time ❤️

[@jebjab22]

@@horseygirl645 thank you so much. I'm super excited.

[@jebjab22]

@@Joreel Thank you! I can't wait!

[@a.j.hudacsko8841]

The song that first hooked me into Def Leppard was Bringin' On The Heartbreak. There's something really advanced about it for its time and still plays well today.

[@MicksMom365]

Agreed.❤

[@rocker4034]

I think you would enjoy "love bites" by them, the voice is amazing on that one.

[@donnakubiski5572]

I agree. "Love Bites" is my favorite of theirs.

[@Tio-Nino]

Although there is a rare version with Vivian and the ending is just an experience.

[@taramama6658]

Love bites is one of my all time favorite songs ever!!

[@lisajones1261]

Yes yes yes yes

[@crackadax]

Must do Def Lep's "Love Bites" - Joe's voice is simply amazing and the backing vocals are fantastic. Another brilliant arrangement by Mutt Lange

[@bml33]

Everything Mutt Lange touched in the 80s turned to gold. His resume includes all the biggest rock hits of the 80s.

[@tommacari4103]

Love Bites is one of the great rock ballads of all time

[@bml33]

@@tommacari4103 Mutt was not only the Producer, but also credited as songwriter along with the band on Love Bites.

[@jeffmorrison323]

too true!!@@bml33

[@crackadax]

@@bml33 Yep - It's his vocal with Joe's in the cascade bit (Love, love, love bites, love bleeds...) towards the end of the song and his does the intro and outro speaking vocal as well "If you have love in your sights..." He lends his vocal to a few other songs of Def Leppard's as well.

[@indie1138]

Still going strong, just saw them on the Motley Crue farewell tour. They blew MC off the stage, they sounded so good still. They also just released a new album.

[@TrashWerewolf]

They did the same thing when I saw them open for Billy Squier in 1982. They were basically unknowns and had just finished up Pyromania, but it hadn't been released yet. They blew Squier off the stage and won over the crowd!

[@caoimhinjpnlevel3552]

In fairness it wouldn't be hard to blow Motley Crue off the stage nowadays 😅

[@dawne8851]

​@@caoimhinjpnlevel3552 Truer words have never been written. LOL I saw DL and MC twice on this past tour. Vince was pretty good the first time. But holy crap did he suck the second time. It was bad. They're coming around again this year and I decided I don't want to pay that much money (I always go for the good seats) to see MC again. I'll sit this one out.

[@onepartwild]

Bringin On The Heartbreak and Too Late For Love have always been two of my favorites.... Foolin, Photograph, Lady Strange, Love Bites... Def Leppard's music was always big, fun, indulgent, escapism to me. My all-time favorite band. By the way, Pour Some Sugar On Me was inspired by Sugar Sugar by the Archies.

[@MicksMom365]

Lady Strange. Flashback for sure. Mirror Mirror is also a cool song that's been forgotten.

[@jamie4993]

In this video the second guitarist was Steve Clarke (long blonde hair). Campbell was brought in to replace him after he passed in the early 90s. You'll enjoy knowing that Vivian Campbell was Dio's original guitarist for his solo career.

[@sangdrax5352]

And with Whitesnake with Steve Vai (that was a concert!)

[@MetalPersonJ]

I'd say the next Def Leppard song to check out is Bringin On The Heartbreak from High N Dry, It's one of the first true power ballads and it's surprisingly dark and heavy for one.

[@Sir_Scrumpalicious]

Seconded

[@Suleclo]

Agree! "Sugar" is a fun song but I know it has always been a favorite of strippers and I think it's over played. Photograph is a great song too.

[@jaredbaratta8589]

MIRROR, MIRROR LOOK INTO MY EYES.

[@MetalPersonJ]

@@jaredbaratta8589 I second this actually.

[@bartender678]

Hearbreak always gives me shivers!!!!! HnD is their best albums if you ask me, Love Bites is also another great song, the best one on Hysteria if you ask me! I remember telling my friends about that song after my first listen and they were like whatever...... 6 months after they all come up to me saying that this new single from Hysteria is so awesome... when asked they told me it was Love Bites hahahaha

[@beitie]

Def Leppard is one of the most fascinating bands to follow the story of. I was born in 83, and this was by far my favorite band growing up. If you've ever seen a VH1 Behind the Music, Def Leppard is the best to watch. Their story was so good that VH1 made a movie about it, and it should honestly get a professional Hollywood release. You wouldn't even need to alter the story because of how crazy their story truly is. The drummer alone. It's not that he was just a one arm drummer. He became a star after the album Pyromania, he had two arms at that point. Had a terrible accident, lost his arm, and then went on to record one of the most iconic albums of all time.

[@bml33]

When you said the vocal sounds "beefier" and the way it has such a big or wide sound....that is all thanks to the Producer, Mutt Lange. You correctly said it makes you want to sing along. That's his trademark. He did it with AC/DC first, and many others after this. Really, one cannot overestimate the strength of Mutt Lange's contribution to the sound of the 80s. He took so many bands to the top with his sound, and then the dozens who later emulated them.

[@packosmokes]

Spot on... that man brings out the best in a band: AC/DC, Def Leppard, Shania Twain

[@gfrederick727]

Mutt was the Phil Spectre of his time, just less murdery.

[@richard_n]

I will always be a fan of Def Leppard. Not only is their music great but the fact that, during the height of their popularity, they put everything on hold while their drummer re-learned how to play the drums after losing an arm in an accident. It's unheard of in modern times to see a band have that kind of loyalty to a member. Any other band would have simply replaced him and moved on making more big money. I was so, so happy to see their success picked up right where it left off when they returned. Props to everyone in the band for being patient and keeping the big picture in focus.

[@Mr.Ekshin]

Best nine-armed band ever.

[@alexisborden3191]

As far as I know they didn't really stop writing or anything, they just kinda did their parts without him. That said they weren't getting much done anyways, they were cycling through a bunch of different producers and eventually ended up with Mutt Lange returning again. But yeah, they were never gonna kick him out, they didn't know if he was gonna return but they felt that was his decision, he felt he could still play drums then he was welcome back, bunch of stand-up guys and good friends.

[@ps5392]

Back in 88, you couldn’t exist as a teenager without hearing this song pretty much once an hour (or more) for months!

[@gerardcote8391]

And you couldn't go to a strip joint without hearing it played several times a day.

[@Stratos53100]

Word... It was relentless over the airwaves & Everywhere else.

[@oregonchick76]

It's brilliantly produced, it absolutely has that chorus you almost have to sing along with, and it shows off the rock star swagger that bands that are at their peak have. If you had to try to explain rock to someone who had never heard music before, this would be a great example of what rock can be. I'm not even an especially big fan of Def Leppard (I fell in love with the genre during the grunge era), but this is just undeniably iconic.

[@nerfo2]

And it's been that way for 35 years... just as god intended.

[@alexisborden3191]

It still get play all the time on rock radio, its almost a victim of its own success, sure its overplayed, but its also a damn good song.

[@ShotGunSlade12]

If you have never experienced this live you’ve missed out, the venue goes absolutely insane when this song starts, every time.

[@jasonpratt927]

I think Love Bites is a great example of Joe's vocals ! 👌

[@shweppy]

Too Late For Love is one of their best, most underrated hits, and it shows off a lot more of Joe Elliot's vocal range.

[@Stratos53100]

Oh Yes.. very underrated

[@tdig6546]

and a fun song to play on guitar too...

[@danbal4185]

I hate the single/video edit of "Too Late..." where they badly cut that cool pedal point heavy riff, awful!

[@alanela6761]

Too late is another one with great harmonies, too. (They have many)

[@SteveBrant-du2mh]

Good call.i too agree and recommend it

[@sonyamastick]

I'm not a huge DL fan but I worked for them many, many times and those backup vocals they recreate to perfection live. No backing tracks or added tracks. Its all them and it is INSANE to hear live.

[@dr.floridamanphd]

That’s the mark of consummate professionals. Whereas Vince Neal isn’t even intelligible when performing live 😂

[@seanj3667]

@@dr.floridamanphd the real lyrics for "Kickstart My Heart" video is awesome.

[@hlarks]

years after Vivian joined the band, he commented that the band really can and does sing backup.

[@tdig6546]

I saw them in 2017 on the second night of rockville - jacksonville - I'm sorry but in my opinion they blew away soundgarden from the night before...and basically everyone!! Gonna try to see the DL / Journey tour next year

[@michaelm.1947]

@@dr.floridamanphd "Vince Neal isn’t even intelligible when performing live" Funny you say that. Reminds me of when I went to see Aerosmith (in Tacoma, WA, IIRC) and Skid Row was opening. AWESOME!!, right? Well, not a single word during their entire set was intelligible. I didn't even know which songs where which. I assumed they were coked out of their minds and was a sign of what was to come next. Was it a waste of time driving 5+ hours to watch this concert? Aerosmith came out and was fannnnnnnntastic. Perfection. And Steven Tyler was amazing out doing this cartwheel insanity on stage. Complete black & white difference between the two bands. Rock stars and rank amateurs. I don't care how many hits Skid Row has - they proved to me they were nobodies in the land of rock whereas Aerosmith were consummate professionals. Don't think I ever got to see the Crue live. Hopefully they were better than Skid Row.

[@nikoheiniger3002]

Thank you! I was so happy to see a Def Leppard song! They've always made a point to include vocal harmonies in their songs. And they're all such great musicians. So many good songs to analyze. Love Bites is a great ballad. Foolin' is a classic rock song. Paper Sun is not as well known, but has some very interesting cords created with the vocal harmonies.

[@rodneymartin7110]

More Def Leppard please! Loved the reaction. Such a huge catalog to choose from but a few of my favorites are. " Love bites" "Photograph" "Rock of Ages" "Animal". You won't be disappointed really with anything from them.

[@andreww9150]

If you really want to see Joe's shift from a mix to a full falsetto, check out "Bringing on the Heartbreak." Not so much grit involved, and I don't think he ever goes full chest voice, but the falsetto is... um... top notch...

[@Nissardpertugiu]

Its not falsetto, in the lead vocals

[@tdig6546]

bringing on the heartache is such a great song

[@andreww9150]

@@Nissardpertugiu In the verses, no. In the choruses, parts are, thus the shift I mentioned from a mixed voice to a falsetto. The only way I can make it work is to shift up past head voice to falsetto. Definitely not comparing myself to Joe Elliott by any means, but I figure if that's how I'm doing it, and that's what I'm hearing, then he's probably doing something similar, though definitely more skilled than I'm able to.

[@aaronrogers1971]

Absolutely, without a doubt, Love Bites, should be the next song from the same album. Those of us around in our teens who had this album wore out actual cassette tapes of Hysteria by the box load. It was the anthem of our generation and continues to be just as powerful as it was nearly 37 years ago, from beginning to end.

[@mrlonewolf99]

I agree....LOVE BITES should be the next song :) .I love this album.

[@leebex100]

As someone who grew up with this band, they were my neighbors and drinking buddies. They will always hold a special place in my heart. Even you, Phil - Southern lad!

[@marleemumu]

If you want to compare how his voice has aged, they just uploaded a video of 'Sugar live in Sydney 2023. They do vocal warm ups for 2 hours before they hit the stage. Also, if you want to hear Joe Elliott's voice with little production, I suggest a song from their album Slang; perhaps 'Breathe A Sigh'. His voice is on show and pretty raw.

[@ChintzMusic]

I listen to every genre that's existed from now through 100 years ago, and "Photograph" by Def Leppard is one of my most favorite 80s songs of all time; and I don't even know why - because I don't particularly enjoy Def Leppard in general - but maybe your professional mind would be able to identify what's so good about it

[@ganjiblobflankis6581]

I like them more than you, but I totally get what you mean. Photograph and Love Bites were what got me into them and I think they have a commonality in the chorus harmonies.

[@genghisgalahad8465]

​@@ganjiblobflankis6581 Hysteria! 🎉

[@genghisgalahad8465]

You know the whole enjoyment is just an idea. If you enjoy a song and it's entire performance and composition, well I think you like the band. Like some epic bands come to mind and their lives may not be the greatest ir later albums. But I feel like Def Leppard is almost kinda like a new discovery for me that's mow stood the test of time whereas just a few other "hair" bands may just be nostalgic if you play them right now, like Skid Row or Poison.

[@scottNNJ]

Photograph follows an opposite model than many other rock songs. It’s hard, heavy verses but a slow and pretty-sounding chorus. I’m sure Elizabeth can explain it better than I can.

[@RealDiehl99]

My favorite Def Leppard song, too!

[@JustTanya.]

"Hysteria", "Foolin" and "Love Bites" are other great songs of theirs. Rick Allen, bless him, you'd never think that he was playing those drums with only one arm. Respect to him and to the others in the band for standing by him through it all. They're definitely an inspiration of support, family and friendship.💖

[@lea-anne9133]

Hysteria perfect choice👌🏻

[@FoHSoundguy1]

This was recorded at McNicols Arena in Denver Colorado. I was a coach driver on that tour with them then. The Def Leppard video was all recorded at Mc Nicols then.

[@lufys777]

Tonight is a terrific song where you can apreciate the voices. Def Leppard always seem to me singing beasts. Truly awesome!

[@ellier_games7280]

I love that song. Tonight and Stand Up kick into motion are very criminally underrated 😊

[@georgeandritsakis1482]

THIS! I'd kill to see her react to Tonight!

[@digibirder]

Fun reaction Elizabeth! My favourite Def Leppard song was always "Love Bites".

[@finding7]

Rock of Ages. Foolin’. Photograph. You can’t go wrong with any song you pick. They’re all great and just as epic. I got to see them with AC/DC in the late 90’s-ish (I think) and they were amazing. The live experience is something else.

[@tdig6546]

...Too late for love...

[@stevenseul361]

I saw them twice 1st time opened for Ozzie Blizzard of Oz tour. Nobody knew who they were. it was their High and Dry album Bringing on the Heart Break. Great show.

[@AviatorLuber]

So glad to see you doing Def Leppard! They are one of my favorites! I have seen some of their recent concert video and they still sound great. Photograph is one of my favorites, but Foolin', Rock of Ages, and Rocket are definitely a must listen to also!

[@jedinova67]

I highly recommend two steps behind. It's a ballad but you can definitely see more of Joe Eliot's versatility. A wonderful song with more amazing backing vocals.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

I'll check it out!

[@michellehopelamb5353]

@@TheCharismaticVoiceas far as I know there’s several versions of this song. It’s interesting to hear the different takes.

[@bskbishop]

Joe Elliott, and the whole band sound just as good live today as they sounded in the studio in the 80's. These guys are ABSOLUTE pros, and kill it live.

[@terryc7142]

Truth! Saw them with Journey a few years ago and DL absolutely rocked the place to the ground. :)

[@Topgunphoto]

saw them a few years ago in NH, they wouldn't going as high as they were in the 80's, but they still sounded amazing. Will see them next Aug at Fenway Park.

[@The23Rob]

💯 I just saw them again (5th Def Leppard concert) in August in Tulsa along with Alice Cooper & Motley Crue & it was an awesome concert start to finish! And this song was the finale!!! Whole stadium went crazy just like in the 80's!!! ❤🔥

[@Confoil]

They sound just as good live today as they sounded in the studio in the 80s? 🤨 Holy hyperbole on horse steroids, Batman! They must be doing something different at their regular shows because I saw them on Jimmy Kimmel not long ago and they didn't come close to living up to your claim. 🤣

[@dr.floridamanphd]

@@Confoilthat’s because it’s a one-off tv appearance 😂. They could’ve shown up drunk and coked out nobody would’ve cared! 😂 It’s Def Leppard, baby!

[@enlightenedchuffer]

“Photograph” and “Bringing on the Heartbreak” and “Hysteria” would all be excellent choices, as others have suggested, but … “Too Late for Love” is an incredible song. Thank you for taking a closer look at these guys who are still doing amazing tours again in 2024.

[@ericd9756]

Too Late for Love is an amazing song a lot of people miss

[@1truthmatter]

I was at this concert in the mid 80's as a teenager in Denver and that is where they shot a lot of the video. They were every bit talented and it was truly the last era of bands. Rock, R&B and everything in between had a band. When they say hair bands of the 80's, it was about those 2 things, the unique hairstyles, long or short but puffy and curls and the bands.

[@lepxs]

Def Leppard - Photograph

[@jasonmursch5123]

Steve Clark was the original lead guitarist who died of overdose a few years after this album. Vivian Campbell is their current lead guy. Also, he was Dio's guitar player on his first 2 solo albums

[@cyberrocket798]

And also played on Whitesnake, Sweet Savage and briefly Thinn Lizzy. Its kinda a let down he doesnt bring more to the table on the songwriting side.

[@TriciaTheSav]

I was about to comment the same. Steve Clark is one of those real rock and roll tragedies. The band definitely has faced a lot between Rick's accident and Steve's passing.

[@Peanutbutterb00b5]

Phil Collen is lead guitar for Def Leppard … he and Steve shared the lead when Steve was around, with Steve having a more “wild” style and Phil being more technical. Vivian, who is awesome, plays mostly rhythm and takes some lead, but the man is definitely Phil.

[@davidcollins897]

@@Peanutbutterb00b5 There is some evidence I would say that Def Leppard lost more than just a little bit of their songwriting "umpf" when Clark passed away. They still made some great music, but never really approached the same degree of genius they did with Clark in the band, unfortunately.

[@russellspear6188]

@@Peanutbutterb00b5 That's ridiculous if it's true. Vivian used to be one of the best lead guitarists in rock. He could play circles around Phil Collen. Can you imagine Collen playing the Rainbow In The Dark solo or the solo in Don't Talk To Strangers? I don't think so!

[@ImSumWhatMad]

It's about time we got to some Def Leppard! One of my all time favs.

[@chrishirst2717]

So the summer was the original drummer for the band and lost his arm in an accident and they kept him as the drummer even afterward. Loyalty and inspiring friendship.

[@travisr4057]

Saw them live on this first tour when the drummer recovered. It was AMAZING. Open stadium, and crazy lights. Best show I have seen

[@FlowStateNewOrleans]

At the time, it was Steve Clark, not Vivian Campbell. I see lots of people talk about how they put everything on hold when Rick Allen lost his arm. They also put everything on hold to encourage Clark into rehab. Ultimately, his addictions killed him after rehab, but unlike so many bands that throw a guy like that out when he starts being unreliable, they stood by him and did everything friends could to try to get him help. Vivian Campbell was Clark's replacement after he died.

[@Herbybandit]

Yeah that's definitely "Streamin" Steve Clark

[@llarryamrose3980]

It is kind of amazing how well this band has stuck together through everything. How well they stood behind Rick, and tried so hard to help Steve (I've seen interviews where they discuss how much it hurt them that they just couldn't be enough help for him). Then since Viv came in, they've really made him "part of the family" instead of "the new guy".

[@staceycoates1418]

I was at a Def Leppard Concert a few years ago (before Covid) and they had asked Viv if there was a song he wanted to play that wasn't on their normal list. He asked for Switch 365, which is an awesome song. They were also teasing him that he was 'the new guy' but he had been with the band for 17 years at that point. Def Leppard is an awesome band that just supports each other so well.

[@itguy1560]

@@staceycoates1418 It's Switch 625 which is an instrumental.

[@user-mm7xr8if1u]

Yes, Steve died 5 months later after being diagnosed. As a guitarist, I learned alot of chops from both Steve and Phil. I'm 57, still play those covers, but it makes the 80s live within me. I hate it when we lose musicians like them and many others to their demises. Today, if they were alive, they'd be the greatest of the greatest. Ah! just did some research! Not German subtitles--Norweigan! Still, it's in English. Check it out, man--geat documenatry movie, characters are spot-on, and story is correct--no fake/edited shit.

[@muktimunir4852]

DEF LEPPARD is an example of a band whose brotherhood is so strong.

[@maverickofkain]

You saying the drums hit hard made me smile ear to ear. The drummer, rick allen, lost an arm in a car wreck. He has a custom built kit with pedals to replace what his missing arm would play. And yes, he still is the drummer for the band today. Your analysis is always incredible.

[@dawne8851]

I'm so happy to see she analyzed my absolute favorite band. I've seen them many, many times over the years and they're incredibly professional and polished live. They're one of the few bands I've seen in concert who sound as good live as they do on their albums. And all of them can actually sing.

[@scottlurken9667]

These guys are the classiest bunch of rockers that has ever been. They were on a roll when their drummer lost his arm, and instead of replacing him, they stuck with him. Their reward for the good deed was the electronic percussion track that gave this album the punch and distinction that set it apart. My hat’s off to them ❤!❤

[@capp00]

Definitely one of the most iconic and recognizable songs ever recorded. Hysteria was such a perfectly produced record.

[@davidcain669]

Capp!!!!!

[@capp00]

@@davidcain669 Sup David!

[@psausp]

Mutt Lange...

[@AlvenmodFoto]

It's definitely in the hall of fame of best albums if all time

[@BoosterGold52]

Having had great success with AC/DC on the one-two punch of Highway to Hell and Back in Black, Mutt Lange was able to bottle lightning again with both Pyromania and Hysteria.

[@rickgiles3633]

I was at this concert where they filmed the vid. It was in Denver and one of the best concerts I’ve ever been to!

[@FratinandMadrik]

Not a huge Def Leppard fan, but this is just the quintessential "Arena Rock" song. This and We Will Rock You - not only do they share similarities in the rhythm, as you mentioned, but also an over-the-top grandeur that'll basically FORCE people to clap along. Like, it's damn near impossible not to at least nod your head or stamp your feet or something, even if you're not full-on bawling along with the chorus

[@badspasm1]

My wife and i went to see def leppard. I wasnt a big fan but she really was. But after that show i really became one!!! They sounded even better live!! Thats pretty rare ive seen 100s if not 1000s of bands live in my 55 years of life and without a doubt they are in my top 10 best live acts of all times. Im glad i went and had a great time with the love of my life!!! A night i will remember forever!!!

[@michaelzilkowsky2936]

you are very specific in your use of words, and that is a good thing. You called them a rock 'act.' Exactly. You didn't say band.

[@davidgut5224]

I also saw them in this tour, Tesla was the unknown band opening for them. After the show I was a huge Tesla fan forever.

[@neil2444]

Your story reminded me a little bit about my relationship with my wife. She was a big Queen fan, and though I wasn't, she got me hugely into it. Freddy Mercury has long since passed, but there are still new fans being born every day.

[@pauladeitch3739]

Huge tesla fan here as well! I really think elizabeth would absolutely dig them! I didn't get to see Def Lep until 2006 co headlining with poison and cheap trick.all 3 bands were fantastic but I will say I enjoyed Lep the most.they were just way more tighter music wise

[@johncarpenter3751]

Lucky man 💕

[@RCjnr]

I love the fact that the band waited for Rick to learn to use his new drum kit instead of finding another drummer. ❤️ That's love.! ❤❤❤

[@JimmyFoxhound]

This is one of my favorite songs EVER. I've had it on repeat on any music player I've had since I was a kid in the 80s, tapes, burned CDs, ipods, iphones and I've never gotten sick of it. Such a fun, feel good song you just have to sing along with! lol Def Leppard are fantastic & talented artists but massive respect for the work of Mutt Lange who really pieced these songs together and made one incredible album. Mutt also produced Bryan Adam's album Waking Up The Neighbors and that album is almost the same in the high quality of the sound and melodies that they made on that album.

[@dicknijenhuis9894]

Both We Will Rock You and Pour Some Sugar On Me are very anthemic. They both have that one constant heavy beat that invites the crowd to join in

[@lordmortarius538]

Def Leppard is the definition of Arena Rock. There is none better. Wanting to sing along with the band and everyone in the arena in a huge good time party feeling is EXACTLY what Arena Rock is all about.

[@metalmark1214]

Elizabeth getting sticky sweet? Hallelujah, it's raining M&M's.

[@pauladeitch3739]

😁😁😁🤘🤘🤘🤘💯

[@topazaditia]

😂😂😂

[@MrDoubled0000]

😜😉🤣🤘

[@cjgia4898]

Love this. Very clever. 😊😂

[@heatherswanner4695]

Have seen them live 3 times. They are awesome with the crowd! Try Rock of ages

[@peymannorouzi4165]

Joe Elliott auditioned as a guitarist, band members liked his voice. He became the lead singer!

[@gfrederick727]

I would recommend "Too late for Love" as another great vocal song. Glad you enjoyed the song!

[@KingBeevr]

So much Queen in here, you're right! They're huge Queen fans and when they were recently inducted to the RnR Hall of Fame, Queen's legendary guitarist Brian May did the honors. My first concert (in '87) and my absolute favorite band! So great in concert (even today) and so many great Def Leppard songs you can jump into. Photograph, Women, Desert Song, Hysteria, Bringin' on the Heartbreak… just so many great songs across the decades. And great musicians. RIP Steve Clark 🎸

[@HeathenRenegade]

Desert Song is one of the best songs ever made. I cannot be convinced otherwise. (White Lightning is even better. RIP Steve Clark).

[@gingerty9628]

​@@HeathenRenegade I love white lightning, it never gets enough love.

[@chrisggoodwin777]

Normally, I don't like electronic drums, but they are what enabled Rick to keep playing drums after his accident. Major respect to Rick for having to adapt and relearn his instrument after already playing at a professional level! I also second checking out Bringing on the Heartbreak. One of my favorite power ballads ever

[@ostlandr]

On his last day at his "day job" before becoming a full time musician, Tony Iomi cut the tips of the fingers on his left hand off. Took him some time to come back. When he finally started playing again, he down-tuned the guitar to reduce the tension on the strings and make it less painful. Geezer down-tuned to match, and the rest is history. AC/DC's "Night Prowler" is basically a Sabbath tribute, and they down-tuned for that one.

[@datacipher]

He actually sometimes went back to conventional at times over the years.

[@kjelledbom1728]

i agree, this was a necessary engineering solution, normally as a drummer i dont like to much help for the drummers, but this is ok. I am glad he can still do one of the most fun things u can do in life...Play music

[@perpetualidiocy6622]

the accident also put a hold on the recording of Hysteria and i think made it the most expensive album ever made at that time

[@Fishin4funout4trout]

So glad you finally did a Def Leppard song!! My absolute favorite 80's band (well, them, Van Halen, and Aerosmith). Great catch in noticing the Queen influence. Queen were one of their biggest influences, and many people have labeled Leppard's sound as, AC/DC meets Queen. You've gotta do Live Bites next, or Hysteria or Animal.

[@toddcarson424]

Seen them Two years ago live and they sound just like the albums at 60-70 years old...simply phenomenal.

[@mikestubblefield4978]

One of my favorite bands from my teenage years! Rock of Ages was my introduction and still one of my favorites.

[@onthelake9554]

The voice is still fine and still on tour , decades later . This is the first band I saw in concert with the High and Dry album . Still a favorite .

[@neogeoha1464]

Saw them last summer and they sounded GREAT. Joe Elliot had to pick his spots to really go high, as many of the older tunes are up there, but it was a GREAT show start to finish.

[@CliffHall-go7qy]

I love this channel and your knowledge of vocalization.

[@marksiniard9731]

I saw them live on this tour and they were just as good live. Truly amazing!

[@damianmackinnon5742]

Yep, I saw them for the first time in Melbourne, Australia. When the cloth dropped, the crowd (in the round) went off 🎸

[@rebelscum6356]

You should definitely listen to Photograph.

[@darrenloudfoot378]

lets just say thank you Mutt, how many bands owe everything to him and the hits he produced through the years is insane. Always liked them and they were hard to avoid on FM & AM for a decade. They did move in the rock power ballad groove and did it well, but lets do the party instead- Lets Get Rocked, Armageddon It, Animal!!, Foolin, Photograph, I could add a dozen more - very listenable. Hats off to the band for standing with their brother in rock n roll while he designed and relearned how to play the drum kit post accident, they hooked me at that moment and stuck with them going forward after that choice.

[@bml33]

Its amazing that when you look at DefLep's record catalog and see which ones Mutt produced you can see that when he left, they fell off a cliff. When he came back, they were on top.

[@onepartwild]

@@bml33 It wasn't just Mutt that made the difference in this band. It was Steve Clark's guitar genius. After he died their music was never the same. She doesn't mention Steve at all. Instead, she mentions Viv Campbell, who isn't even in the band at that time or in the video.

[@ostlandr]

As I understand it "Mutt" Lange drove the band so mercilessly during the recording of "Pyromania" that the band ended up hating the album.

[@bml33]

@@ostlandr Well if they hated it back then they certainly don't now....they seem to have a great time playing those songs today! Its the biggest money maker of their career!

[@onepartwild]

@@ostlandr That's because he's a perfectionist.

[@berdjgerikyan5706]

Elizabeth, firstly, you are a great reviewer. For someone who listened to this for the first time, you actually nailed everything they were trying to do with the song and the vocals. You have a great ear. In terms of Def Leppard songs to do next, there are so many great songs from them. But in terms of vocal/harmonies to analyze, here are three I would recommend: - Animal - Love Bites - Photograph

[@mariannematus6703]

I saw their concert last year and they were fantastic-such energy the whole show. They sounded great!

[@michaelprokopeck1941]

Their voices stood the test of times very well. If you watch recent live videos you will be astonished how great their vocal performances still are after all those years.

[@howardfischer1915]

Pretty sure that Joe Elliott lip-synchs now

[@bunhelsingslegacy3549]

I saw them live about ten years ago and Joe's voice wasn't as good as on the recorded albums, but it wasn't as badly aged as some I've experienced live (Jethro Tull and Deep Purple in the 2000s were suboptimal). I'd see them again.

[@zachwalraven]

I'll echo all of this his voice has aged terribly. And is not very well produced at all even back then.

[@Sebrof3]

@michaelprokopek1941 You’ve lost your everloving mind! Lmao...I love Def Lepard but his voice is completely shot......

[@Confoil]

I understand being a fan of a band, but why do some people loose all sense of reality in their fandom?

[@newlenmedia]

Rick wasn't always a one armed drummer. He lost his arm in a car accident in his Corvette prior to the recording sessions. They actually tried to reattach his arm but ultimately weren't successful. His band rallied around his desire to return as their drummer. Also, Vivian Campbell was not the backup vocalist/ guitarist when this song was recorded or when the video was made. That was Steve Clark, the original guitarist. He died in the early Nineties after a lot of struggles with alcohol. He was the band's chief songwriter. So it was a huge loss. This band has overcome a lot of adversity.

[@michaelspencer8050]

Awesome reaction and I’ve seen these guys in concert 3 times and they were spectacular. Probably my favorite 80’s band.

[@OneNationUnderGod.]

Hysteria will always be all my time favorite, I grew up listening to Def Leppard and these songs always bring back so many memories.

[@davidchambers9827]

Thank you for checking out these guys - they are awesome, seen them 3 times and they are great live. I would recommend “Love Bites”, Photograph or anything from Hysteria

[@dawns1978]

Still one of my favorite bands to see live- they are so much fun and not lip synching. Their music is fun and happy. Gives you the feel goods.

[@erinmcgivney2548]

Great song choice!! I saw Def Lep last year and they still pulled that song off like it was recorded yesterday. Their harmonies are always amazing, as well. The song Hysteria has my vote for the next video. Thank you!😘

[@Arquibus]

Late to this party I know (KZbin showed that I had watched this video even though I hadn't yet) but Def Leppard is still going strong. I'll jump on the "Bringin' On the Heartbreak" wagon. It's one of the greatest power ballads ever. Also, if you want to hear a modern take on those shifting vocals from one singer to the next to the next, I'll remind you of a not-so-well-known-yet band called Church of the Cosmic Skull. Their songs generally include 3-7 vocals parts, and they get compared to everyone from ELO and Thin Lizzy to Kansas and Black Sabbath to The Lovin' Spoonful and the Beatles.

[@chryse]

Great reaction, Elizabeth! If you want to try a different side of Def Leppard from the Hysteria album, you could look into "Love Bites" or "Love and Affection".

[@carolowler]

Can't say enough good things about these guys. Despite all that life has thrown at them, they've never lost their passion for everything about the biz. This album was a milestone in so many ways and a masterpiece. Check out "Love Bites" for some great vocals and harmonies.🤘

[@amyaeschbach3581]

This was one of those bands that I have a love affair with in middle school. The time period where we took the cassette and played it and stopped it continually and wrote down all the words! Still no the all! Love bites Will forever be my favorite.

[@taramama6658]

They are amazing live and you can hear their talent clear as clear can be!!

[@JRJ025]

Bringing on the heart ache was one of their early songs. Late 70's early 80's when they were still in their teens. It would provide you an insight to how the band progressed over time. Pluss just about anything of the hysteria album. A lot of the song I saw being mentioned are good too.

[@randytaylor4766]

One of my favorite Def Leppard songs is "Foolin". Seen this band many times in person and grew up listening to them. This was also recorded before Rick Allen lost his arm. I'd love to see your review on this fabulous song!

[@_CasualJan]

I listen to this album regularly from start to finish. It's just brilliant. Hysteria and Love Bites are two of my favourite tracks from this album!

[@user-ch9hg9ep8p]

My first year at the University of Florida, 1992, the football team secured a spot in the Sugar Bowl, the first upper tier bowl game in many years. Pour Some Sugar on Me was the anthem of the school for around six months. And I still love and sing along to the song.

[@jenniferfoster1692]

Def Leppard are consummate professionals, great vocals and great musicians. I love their songs but you don't have to like their music to see their talent, including the performance side. They have so many great songs, Photograph, Animal, Rock It & so many more.

[@chriswalker980]

Leppard's backing vocals ARE top notch. All members sing well.

[@utcomgrad92]

I had the privilege of seeing Def Leppard on this tour!!! Let me tell you the concert was quite the experience. First off, it was the first concert I had seen "in the round" where the stage was in the middle of the venue (in my case the newly built Thompson Boling Arena in Knoxville, TN) instead of at one end. So all the members of the group were running all over the place, not just back and forth. At the time this was their "Radio song" and was getting a LOT of airplay. This video was shot later in the tour and was not out yet. So it being the hot song at the time, in the concert it was extended with a large call and response section pitting different areas of the arena against each other for the loudest. It still stands today as one of the BEST concerts I ever attended. On a side note. The group that opened for them was "Tesla". A great but under appreciated group from the late 80's that I think you would very much enjoy. Check out their first single "Modern Day Cowboy" as well as their biggest hit "Love Song" both are great and I think you would have a LOT to analyze. I love what you do and I hope you keep doing this for a long time. I have been looking forward to your analysis of this song and as always you provided a great analysis. Keep up the wonderful work. P.S. I am a photographer and really appreciated the photo of you in the tub of M&M's. I love it when people can step outside of their comfort zone and create something memorable.

[@user-mm7xr8if1u]

Joe Elliot tried permforming 'Purple Haze" and singing witha cheap guitar during the founding the Def Lep. Someone (idk who) said, "Stop, start over!" Joe: "Playing?" Person: "No, singing. You suck on guitar!" That just a paraphrase. Later, it would be Mutt Lange to trained and sculpted Joe's voice in studio--that screaming, yet clear sonic Def Lep sound. That was sessions for "Bringing On The Heartache." Two videos of that song were released,a US version and a UK one.

[@tgoodall6817]

Elizabeth, this video was so fun! This song was inspired by "Walk This Way", by Run DMC w/Aerosmith. That's where the snap like vocals come from. You're right that Def Leppard is an arena band. Every song is like an anthem, and they blow the roof off everytime! The reason know this, is that I saw them for 20 years straight, up til lockdown. 👋 "Bringin' on the Heartbreak" should definitely be next! So good! There are two versions, the second is a re-issue, about 2 years after " High 'n' Dry", and it sounds thick to me, so I prefer version 1. In reference, Joe's voice has matured, and he seems to be using some different techniques to accommodate that. But still great! This band is endeared for their endurance through Rick Allen's accident, Steve Clark's passing, and Viv Campbell's cancer battle, and staying together. Although, Rick Savage is the only original founding member. Sir Brian May inducted them into the R&R Hall of Fame in 2019, and Joe said that these guys are his family, especially since he's an only child. Lol They truly are a Band of Brothers. 🤘🩵

[@FrozenRose816]

Looking forward to this as they are my all-time favorite band. Your next song of theirs to check out should be Love Bites for Joe's mid to high range and more melody than Sugar.

[@gayleconvey5118]

My all time favourite song of theirs. I hope she does it too.

[@tjafsan]

Omg had my junior high sweetheart dump me to this song... that got changed a couple of times though... we have bow been married for 12 years and known each other for over 30 years.

[@jaredbaratta8589]

The next review should be BRINGIN ON THE HEARTBREAK.

[@chriskasowski4743]

Great song Love Bites

[@toddkirch613]

My favorite group also. Love Bites is my favorite song by them.

[@adrianmunevar654]

Please listen to Def Leppard's "Rocket" extended version (around 6 minutes). The game between the main and the background vocals in that one is really magical. That song at the moment it was launched was something unique, and it still is.

[@raystoner3101]

This song (back in our younger days) immediately got us all singing along at the pub.

[@sjdhgydhfyrn1023]

The gang-shouted chorus back-up vocals are one of the defining features of glam metal. See Bon Jovi and Warrant for more classic examples.

[@wuphat]

Check out "Song and Emotion" by Tesla. They wrote that as a tribute to Def Leppard guitarist Steve Clark (featured in this video--not Vivian Campbell) after he died from a mixture of drugs and alcohol.

[@wigwitch]

So very glad that you are reacting to Def Leppard! One of my favorite bands! They have been around for such a long time and are still continuing to make music and tour. Their music is infectious and have been heavily influenced by Glam Rock. Please react to more of their music, songs like Rock of Ages, Women, Animal, Bringin’ on the Heartbreak, Foolin, Rocket, Photograph and Hysteria.

[@FooMantis]

Great video! Also, I would love to see you do Bringin' on the Heartbreak by Def Leppard.