Album Info
| Artist: | Def Leppard |
| Album: | Euphoria |
| Released: | Europe, 5 Aug 2022 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Demolition Man | 3:24 |
| Guitar [End Guitar Solo] - Damon "Demon" Hill | ||
| Written-By - Elliott, Collen, Campbell | ||
| A2 | Promises | 3:59 |
| Vocals [Additional] - Mutt Lange | ||
| Written-By - Collen, Lange | ||
| A3 | Back In Your Face | 3:20 |
| Percussion [Claps], Vocals [Hey's] - Ciaran McGoldrick, Gary Sullivan , Ricky Warwick | ||
| Written-By - Elliott, Collen | ||
| A4 | Goodbye | 3:36 |
| Written-By - Savage | ||
| B1 | All Night | 3:38 |
| Vocals [Additional], Guitar [Additional] - Mutt Lange | ||
| Written-By - Collen, Lange | ||
| B2 | Paper Sun | 5:27 |
| Written-By - Elliott, Woodroffe, Collen, Savage, Campbell | ||
| B3 | It's Only Love | 4:06 |
| Written-By - Elliott, Savage, Lange, Campbell | ||
| C1 | 21st Century Sha La La La Girl | 4:06 |
| Written-By - Elliott, Collen, Savage | ||
| C2 | To Be Alive | 3:53 |
| Written-By - Smith, Campbell | ||
| C3 | Disintegrate | 2:51 |
| Written-By - Collen | ||
| D1 | Guilty | 3:47 |
| Written-By - Elliott, Woodroffe, Collen, Savage, Campbell | ||
| D2 | Day After Day | 4:36 |
| Written-By - Elliott, Collen, Campbell | ||
| D3 | Kings Of Oblivion | 4:18 |
| Written-By - Elliott, Collen, Savage |
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Description
Def Leppard's "Euphoria", released on June 8, 1999, marked a return to the band's classic sound that had defined their success in the 1980s. After experimenting with a more modern and alternative approach on their 1996 album "Slang", "Euphoria" was seen as a deliberate effort to recapture the anthemic, polished rock style that had made albums like "Hysteria" and "Pyromania" iconic.
The album opens with "Demolition Man", a high-energy track that sets the tone for the record. It's a song that showcases the band's knack for combining powerful guitar riffs with catchy melodies. This is followed by "Promises", one of the standout tracks on the album. Co-written by Mutt Lange, who had been instrumental in producing the band's earlier hits, "Promises" is a quintessential Def Leppard song, with its soaring chorus and layered harmonies. It was also a commercial success, reaching the top of the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Throughout "Euphoria", the band balances their signature sound with a few modern touches, creating a record that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Tracks like "Goodbye" and "Paper Sun" highlight the band's ability to craft emotionally resonant songs, while "21st Century Sha La La La Girl" and "Back in Your Face" bring a playful energy to the mix. The production is polished, as one would expect from a Def Leppard album, with every instrument and vocal line meticulously arranged.
One of the album's strengths is its consistency. While some critics at the time noted that "Euphoria" didn't break new ground, fans appreciated the return to the band's classic style. The album received generally positive reviews and performed well commercially, particularly in the UK and the US. It demonstrated that Def Leppard could still deliver the kind of music that had made them one of the biggest rock bands in the world.
"Euphoria" is a testament to Def Leppard's enduring appeal and their ability to adapt while staying true to their roots. For fans of the band, it's a rewarding listen that captures the essence of what makes Def Leppard's music so compelling. Even for those less familiar with their work, the album offers a glimpse into the sound that defined an era of rock music.
