Def Leppard and Mötley Crüe: the double act 80s heavy metal fans dreamed of | 60 Minutes Australia
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Published 2023-07-30
For Australian fans of heavy metal music, there’s no better news than the announcement that iconic bands Def Leppard and Mӧtley Crüe have joined forces and will be touring the country later in the year. In anticipation of their visit, Tara Brown travelled to London for exclusive interviews with both groups. Brown discovered that despite their shared rock legend status, and the stage they share, Def Leppard and Mӧtley Crüe are two very different bands. Together though, they’re proving there’s enormous worldwide demand for the hugely enthusiastic racket they make.
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All Comments (21)
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Def Leppard are pure class, and still sound fantastic both on stage, and off.
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I always respected how Def Leppard stuck by their fellow bandmate after his accident, gave him the time to heal and supported him as he contemplated and ultimately succeeded at designing a kit that could be played with one arm, which (obviously) meant he had to "completely relearn" how to play drums in this new (extremely) unorthodox manner, which (goes without saying) is a testament to the mans talent and perseverance!. Most musicians would have given up and most bands would have sought a replacement and you have to respect that and I certainly have Always respected the "Rick Allen's, Tony Iommi's, Mick Mars', etc" that Refused to let injuries, disease, birth defects, etc, etc, get in the way of following (or continuing to follow) their dreams!..
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I've seen Def Leppard in concert twice and my only complaint was that the show didn't go on for hours! They're amazing and worth whatever price. They know how to entertain. Thanks to all of them!
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it's a shame you can't use their music for a news interview.
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Just gunna put this out there: Def Leppard is STILL going strong both live and in the studio. If you see them live you will get your money's worth. Point being they are the definition of rock legends.
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My mom went to one of Motley Crue’s first shows at the whisky. She still has the first pressing of ‘too fast for love’ which was under Crue’s own Lethur record label. Only 900 copies were pressed and my mom has one and it’s signed by the entire band.
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I love Def Leppard, I grew up listening to them in the 80s. I miss the 80s!! Much love from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦😎🔥. Motley Crue is Okay,but Def Leppard has more Class. They've Aged Well!!
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Mad respect to Def Leppards drummer. Always. I recall that ironically turned things up a notch for them. I know I was amazed
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‘We’ve had each others backs through everything “ Except for Mick, though…you mean?
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“We’ve had each other’s backs” Except Mick’s
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Great interview. I love Def Leppard even more.. And Motley... Well, would've been nice to hear a mention of Mick. You can't deny his history and contribution to the band.
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Def Leppard are a Pure Class Rock group and sound Fantastic both on and off stage they are an awesome band Keep Rocking Def Leppard love the Music
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These 2 bands WILL be remembered for many many many years to come. .LONG LIVE THE 80S
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I saw both of them along with Poison and Joan Jett last year in the states. All were great, but Def Leppard was the stand out. I’m an 80’s kid so it was AWESOME! I took my 20 year old son and he had a ball at a real 80’s rock concert.
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WOW...Tommy Lee's past is finally catching up with him.
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2 giants of 80s rock together on a unique world tour🤘🏻🤟. Keep on rockin Def Leppard and motley crue
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Def Leppard Rocks ❤
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"We're in the 'we don't give a fuck' stage of our careers." Yea, Nikki, when you aren't even playing live, you definitely don't give a fuck about ripping off the fans the same as you're back-stabbing Mick. People deserve a live show for these exorbitant tickets. Big ups to the Leps for not only playing live, but for being honest to the fans.
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Damn Tommy is looking crazy here😂
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“Any regrets!” The look on Vince’s face😅😐 anyway, I love Def Leppard!!
