Def Leppard

The subgenre packed a harder punch than its detractors were willing to admit.

These songs rocked, then rolled over into the mainstream.

These tours pulled big numbers.

Some impressive numbers!

You can’t please ‘em all.

That didn't age well.

A number of classic metal bands were snubbed, again. See who made the ballot instead.

Fans were probably expecting another lengthy hiatus after the tour in support of 1992's 'Adrenalize.'

Their set included a cover of Thin Lizzy's "Jailbreak" and an apparently original track.

For something that's supposed to be a huge honor, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction sure does get a lot of artists riled up.

The two bands will hit the shed circuit this summer with Tesla as the opener.

While they're waiting for the band's new album, Def Leppard fans in the U.S. can also look forward to summer tour dates -- at least two of them, anyway.