Def Leppard it in the Guinness Book of World Records for a feat that seems almost impossible to accomplish. When midnight hit on Oct. 23, 1995, Def. Leppard was already on stage playing in Tangiers, Africa. They then took off from there and flew to London, England where they performed a second show and then jumped back on the plane and flew to Vancouver, Canada for a final late night show that night. Three concerts on three continents in one day was a new world record
- Diamond Certification: Def Leppard’s album “Hysteria” is one of the best-selling albums of all time. It received diamond certification by the RIAA, signifying over 10 million copies sold in the United States.
- Pyromania Success: Their album “Pyromania” (1983) reached multi-platinum status in the United States, achieving sales of over 10 million copies.
- Chart Success: Def Leppard has had numerous chart-topping hits and successful albums, making them one of the most commercially successful rock bands in history.
- MTV Videos: In the 1980s, Def Leppard was known for its music videos, and they received considerable airplay on MTV, contributing to their popularity.
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019, recognizing their significant contributions to rock music.
