Def Leppard to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
In an exciting turn of events, Spotify Founder Daniel Ek has announced that he will be stepping down as CEO. This news comes as a surprise to many in the music industry, as Ek has been at the helm of the popular music streaming service for many years. While Ek’s reasons for stepping down are not entirely clear, many speculate that he may be looking to pursue other ventures or interests outside of Spotify.
In other music news, the legendary rock band Def Leppard is set to receive a star on the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame. This honor places them among other rock music icons like KISS, Journey, and Ozzy Osbourne. The band’s star will be unveiled on October 9 at 11:30am PT in front of the historic Capitol Records building. Bon Jovi frontman Jon Bon Jovi and Universal Music Enterprises President and CEO Bruce Resnikoff will be among the guest speakers at the event.
Def Leppard fans can also look forward to new music from the band, as they are working on their 13th studio album. Singer Joe Elliott recently confirmed in an interview that the band is in the process of creating new music, with the possibility of releasing a lead single as early as February. The album is expected to be released in late 2026 or early 2027, with new songs being released periodically leading up to the album’s launch.
In addition to their upcoming album, Def Leppard is gearing up for another residency in Las Vegas in February. The band will perform 12 shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, following successful residencies in 2013 and 2019. Fans can also catch them headlining at the Boardwalk Rock festival in Maryland, alongside other rock acts like Nickelback, Shinedown, and Rob Zombie.
Last summer, Def Leppard delighted fans with the release of their track “Just Like 73,” featuring a special guest appearance by Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine. The band also released a new album, “Drastic Symphonies,” in May, which saw them collaborating with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. This reimagining of their classic songs received positive feedback from fans and critics alike.
Def Leppard continues to cement their status as rock music legends, with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, new music in the works, and successful live performances lined up for the future. Fans can look forward to more exciting announcements and releases from this iconic band in the coming months.