Released: 1987
Genre: Rock
Tones: Aggressive, Confident, Brash, Rousing, Rambunctious, Raucous, Slick
Styles: Hard Rock, Pop/Rock, Heavy Metal, Hair Metal, Pop-Metal
Number Of Tracks: 12
Hysteria
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les_paul_01, on november 04, 2006 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Def Leppard can be easily described as the epitome of 80s pop metal. The slick production, catchy melodies and upbeat vibe of this album all make for something that can be enjoyed by any fan of rock music. This album, released in 1987 and produced by Mutt Lange (famous for work with bands such as AC/DC and the cars) went on to become one of the highest selling releases in rock history, with latest estimates putting sales at nearly 20 million units. The making of the album took an amazing 3 years, and was constantly plagued by problems, such as drummer Rick Allen losing his left arm in a car crash. The album's sound is something of a combination of the pop metal kind of music that was emerging at the time with the band's classic heavy metal sound. The instruments all complement each other, and support the vocals very well. It has to be said that the guitar work is slightly generic, with few excursions outside the normal pentatonic(s) and major scales. As with many other 80s pop metal bands, without unique vocalists the instrumental work of bands could so very easily be mistaken for the work of other bands. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: Joe Elliott is a highly talented singer/songwriter, and his skills really come to the fore in this album. He has always maintained throughout Def Leppard's career that his lyrics are non-personal, and meant to be easily accessible and memorable to the listener. That idea is strongly highlighted on "Hysteria", with constant sing-alongs, and lyrics that etch themselves into your mind. One of the small downsides I've found is that sometimes the lyrics become slightly indistinguishable. // 7
Impression: The standout songs of this album in my mind are "Animal", "Hysteria" and "Run Riot". Overall, it is a highly listenable work that can keep the listener entranced with it's memorability. As previously mentioned, the instrumental work can be slightly generic, though there's enough individuality to keep the album from becoming stale. // 8
Hysteria
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Hevoc, on january 27, 2004 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: This is the best album Def Leppard has ever put out. It's has very Powerful lyrics and RIPPIN guitars. This is A must for any Def Leppard fan. // 10
Lyrics and Singing: Women
There's not much to say here but that this is a great song. I definitely feel the vibe on this track. A song that should not be skipped.
Rocket
Damn! This tune blows the friggin' roof off my house.. You can't get any better than this with this classic. You wanna feel a heavy metal vibe? This is the song to listen to.
animal
Great song. Not as good as the first two but it still has my approval.
Love Bites
My older brother Chris, another Def Leppard fan, was right about this one. It is a great song. I just felt a click when I first heard it.
Pour Some Sugar On Me
The big hit from the album. My first favorite off the album. I have always, always liked this song but back then it never had the much impact on me until last Friday, October 11th. I was up in Berwin, PA., watching my dad and his Beatles' tribute band, Almost Fab, up there. While they were setting up, the bar had a jukebox playing. This one came on. I listened to it and it made such an impact on me that it turned me into a fan. Great song. If you want more information on my dad's Beatles' band, go to www.almostfab.com.
Armageddon It
This one made an armageddon and blew the roof over my bedroom. Awesome tune. Another song that should not be skipped.
Gods Of War
Good one. Not quite what I was hoping for but still an enjoyable song.
Don't Shoot Shotgun
This is the same as Gods Of War. But still a good song.
Run Riot
Great tune.
Hysteria
My second favorite. It's not quite what some heavy metal fans are looking for because it is a power ballad, but who gives a shit? It's an awesome song. I just can't get enough of power ballads.
Excitable
My third favorite. And it sounds like a great song to play when you're having a little fun in the sac. LOL.
Love And Affection
Awesome. That's all I have to say about this one. Awesome.
If you are a Def Leppard fan and you do not have this album, then get your [body] movin' and buy this album. You have no idea of what you're missing out on. // 8
Impression: This album is perfect for rockers... Defintely the best Leppard album. Best cuts are Animal, Armageddon It, Hysteria and Love Bites. Mutt Lange is the master of rock! // 10
With this album they totally crossed over.Not a very hard rock album but a very very great kind of melody rock album.All the songs are great , non of the songs dissapoint you and every song has something special in it.
I Think Def Leppard Is One Of Best Bands Of The 80's!!! I Love All Their Albums But Hysteria Was By Far The Best Era. Even Though Pyromania Was Great!! But The Sound Of The Band On Hysteria Was Tight. Steve Clark R.I.P. Was One Of The Best Guitarist Period There Will Be No Other Like Him His Playing Style Was So Vivid On Hysteria Such Songs Like: Hysteria, Women, Gods Of War, Animal, Etc Really Showed His Style And Technique Espically The Title Track. But Hysteria Is A Classic And A Must Have In Any RockFan Or Guitarist Collection.
