On this day (August 29) in 1987, Def Leppard found their first No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart with Hysteria. The album became an international hit, topping charts in multiple countries around the world.
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Def Leppard kicked 2026 off with a bang by releasing a new single ...