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Article Last Updated: Thursday, December 12, 2002 - 11:03:39 AM MST

Def Leppard show spotty at times in sound, but still fun
By Gerry Gittelson

It continues to amaze how classic rock bands can remain so dominant in
concert despite little or no radio airplay or retail sales.

The latest to pass through was Def Leppard at the sold-out Universal
Amphitheatre on Wednesday, and the British fivesome delivered a
greatest-hits set that was just as well-received as when releases such
as "Pyromania' and "Hysteria' ruled the charts.

Def Leppard's only problem was an overly loud PA system. Such volume
distorted many of the group's most memorable selections, such as
"Photograph,' "Pour Some Sugar on Me,' "Rock of Ages' and "Love Bites.'
However, no one seemed to care -- the audience was much too busy standing,
cheering and singing along to every repetitive chorus -- so what's the big
deal?

Singer Joe Elliot, decked out in black leather pants and a flashy, sparkle
shirt, as if time has stood still since 1987, was active, outgoing -- and
on key. Guitarists Vivian Campbell and Phil Collen enjoyed a friendly
competition of "can you outdo this?" And, of course, one-armed drummer
Rick Allen remains an inspiration to even the most jaded rock fans.

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