On Through The Night – Def Leppard – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Released in 1980, ‘On Through The Night’ captures Def Leppard at their most unvarnished and hungry. This debut album is a snapshot of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal before it was polished, with the Sheffield quintet forging their identity through turbocharged riffs and anthemic choruses. Songs like ‘Rock Brigade’ and ‘Wasted’ channel the vigor of youth, while ‘Hello America’ nods to their transatlantic ambitions. Unlike the arena-ready gloss of their later work, this record thrives on its immediacy and rough-hewn charm—a band with something to prove, firing on all cylinders. For vinyl collectors, this is an opportunity to experience the roots of a group that would soon change the face of rock radio. The album’s production, courtesy of Tom Allom, balances grit with melody, ensuring that every guitar lick and drum fill hits with intent. ‘On Through The Night’ stands as a testament to a pivotal moment in British rock history, when new voices were breaking through and rewriting the rules. If you value authenticity, and the untamed spirit of rock’s next generation, this album deserves a place in your collection.

Track List:
A1 – Rock Brigade – 3:07
A2 – Hello America – 3:24
A3 – Sorrow Is A Woman – 3:53
A4 – It Could Be You – 2:32
A5 – Satellite – 4:26
A6 – When The Walls Came Tumbling Down – 4:41
B1 – Wasted – 3:44
B2 – Rocks Off – 3:42
B3 – It Don’t Matter – 3:19
B4 – Answer To The Master – 3:10
B5 – Overture – 7:39