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The Story So Far – The Best Of

Def Leppard

79 min · 17 tracks · hard rock

An anthemic collection of hard rock triumphs celebrating Def Leppard's legacy with soaring melodies and electrifying riffs.

Why this album works

'The Story So Far' became a critical success, reaching #7 on the Billboard 200 chart and achieving platinum certification in the U.S. Its release marked a significant moment by revisiting the band's most influential songs, highlighting their impact on hard rock and paving the way for future generations of musicians.
Career context
Released in 1995, 'The Story So Far – The Best Of' arrived during Def Leppard's era of reflection after their commercial peak in the late '80s and early '90s. Following the massive success of their albums 'Hysteria' and 'Adrenalize', this compilation served to solidify their status in rock history while providing newer fans a comprehensive overview of their hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Crush 40· Holograf

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Animal 4:05
  • 2 Photograph Standout 4:09
  • 3 Pour Some Sugar on Me Standout 4:28
  • 4 Love Bites 5:47
  • 5 Let’s Get Rocked 4:56
  • 6 Armageddon It 5:22
  • 7 Foolin’ 4:36
  • 8 Two Steps Behind 4:18
  • 9 Heaven Is 3:35
  • 10 Rocket 6:36
  • 11 Hysteria Standout 5:55
  • 12 Have You Ever Needed Someone So Bad 5:23
  • 13 Make Love Like a Man 4:17
  • 14 Action 3:41
  • 15 When Love and Hate Collide 4:17
  • 16 Rock of Ages 4:09
  • 17 Personal Jesus (remix) 3:54

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