On This Day In Def Leppard History - 8th January 2017

On This Day in Def Leppard History - 8th January, the following concerts and events took place. Including the death of guitarist Steve Clark who passed away 26 years ago on this date in January 1991 after a long battle with alcoholism.

The band have since performed just one time on the anniversary of his death in 2000 during the Euphoria tour in Prince George, BC.

Steve died whilst on a break from recording the 'Adrenalize' album at home in the Chelsea area of London, England.

Read more about this anniversary.

Also view some Tribute Videos as posted on YouTube.

On this day in 2011 Vivian Campbell played a show with Thin Lizzy in Newcastle, England.

Read more about this live show anniversary.

Joe made a surprise appearance at the 'Celebrating David Bowie' concert in London, England earlier today.

View many fan photos/video clips and also media photos from the event where he sang two songs.

As of 2017, Def Leppard have played 1 time on this date.

Use the previous news links to go back through each day in history to June 2011.

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