Euphoria

Euphoria, released in 1999, finds Def Leppard returning to a melodic hard rock and heavy metal approach after the darker, more experimental tones of the preceding album. The record emphasizes polished production, layered vocal harmonies and guitar-driven hooks, blending the band’s pop-metal songwriting with late 1990s rock touches. Overall it marks a move back toward the accessible, anthemic sound that characterized their earlier records while incorporating some contemporary textures.