Phil Collen
Phil Collen is a co-lead guitarist for the rock band Def Leppard, known for his inventive and heavy metal guitar playing.
Guitarist
December 8, 1957
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Phil Collen, an English musician and guitarist, gained fame as a member of the iconic rock band Def Leppard since 1982. He joined during the Pyromania album recording and contributed to numerous renowned works, including Hysteria. Besides his work with Def Leppard, Collen has been involved in various side projects and collaborations, such as playing guitar for Manraze and producing music for other artists. He has received awards for his exceptional skills as a guitarist and musician.
Collen has also appeared on Jackson Guitars’ Behind The Riff video series, where he discussed his role in creating Def Leppard’s hit song “Pour Some Sugar On Me.” At 63, he is known for his remarkable fitness level, earning him a reputation as one of the world’s fittest rock stars. Notably, Collen is an incredibly inventive and effective guitarist, recognized for his heavy metal style and distinctive string gauges.