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Rick Allen
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Rick Allen
Full Name and Common Aliases
Rick Allen is the drummer for the English rock band Def Leppard.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on January 26, 1963, in Kettering, Northamptonshire, England. No known date of death.
Nationality and Profession(s)
English musician (drummer) and songwriter.
Early Life and Background
Allen was born into a musical family; his father played the guitar and piano. He began taking drum lessons at age 10. Before joining Def Leppard, he played in various bands with friends from school.
Major Accomplishments
Member of the rock band Def Leppard since its inception.
Played drums on several albums, including "Pyromania," "Hysteria," and "Adrenalize."
Notable collaborations include work with other artists such as David Bowie and Alice Cooper.
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2019).
Notable Works or Actions
Allen has been involved in various charity initiatives, including the "Little Heroes" organization. He has also been open about his struggles with addiction and depression, using his platform to raise awareness.
Impact and Legacy
As a drummer for one of the most successful rock bands of all time, Allen's impact on music is undeniable. His unique drumming style has influenced many other musicians.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Allen's contributions to Def Leppard's success, as well as his charity work and openness about personal struggles, have cemented his place in the rock music scene.
Quotes by Rick Allen
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'Cause I felt I didn't have anything else to prove as a musician... and boy was I wrong about that one.
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Just the same way I’d say a prayer before going onstage, taking that even further and using the drum to inspire people. And using that as a vehicle for the intention.
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If I couldn’t play drums it would have destroyed me. If you’re thrown in the deep end you swim, and that’s basically what I did. I had to do it and with the rest of the band behind me and the encouragement I got from people from all over the world, I knew that I was going to play.
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If I couldn't play drums it would have destroyed me. If you're thrown in the deep end you swim, and that's basically what I did. I had to do it and with the rest of the band behind me and the encouragement I got from people from all over the world, I knew that I was going to play
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And more importantly, I wouldnt be the person I am today, I wouldnt be where I am now and I may not even have been here if it wasnt for the accident.
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The emphasis is back on really good songs. And it's nice to return to our larger than life sound.
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I'm hoping that the city understands what the marine industry is all about by coming to the show.
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It's what the citizens give from their hearts. They just keep donating here at HEB and we have 12 to 15 pallets right now, and they're still coming in,
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