13 Years Ago DEF LEPPARD SPARKLE LOUNGE Tour 2009 In Donington, England (Concert Review 1)

Def Leppard headlined the Download Festival at Donington Park, England on 14th June 2009 and an archive concert review is available to read.

Vox Online reviewed the show which was the band's first time as headliners.

Two other reviews are available from this show along with photo galleries.

The first visit to this city since August 1986.

Vox Online - Online Review Quote

"Elliott brought Download to an end tonight with a stirring tribute to drummer Rick Allen - he spoke of how their 1986 gig had been his comeback after having had his arm amputated following a serious car accident and of his 'spiritual rebirth' at that point in time. His words were so moving that the Download crowd cheered and applauded Allen who stood up behind his drums, raising his arm before wiping tears from his eyes."

This and other archive concert reviews can be found on the show pages in the Tour History.

Fan photos and reviews from any past tour can be submitted - Here

• Read the full review - Donington 2009 Show Page
• Def Leppard - Songs From The Sparke Lounge Tour 2009
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