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Peter Andrew Willis (born 16 February 1960) is an English guitarist, best known as a founder member of the hard rock band Def Leppard. He was with Def Leppard from 1977 to 1982, when he was fired from the band and replaced by Phil Collen due to drinking problems.
Oct 10, 2018 · Joe Elliott says Pete Willis, who was fired for alcoholism, deserves to be inducted into Rock Hall along with former bandmates. He also reveals how he broke the news to Willis and his current stance on reconnecting with him.
Jun 1, 2023 · While Def Leppard may have been a cohesive unit in the early days, Pete Willis's drinking habits earned him a one-way ticket out of the band.
Jun 27, 2017 · Pete Willis was one of the original members of Def Leppard, a band that he formed with Joe Elliott and Rick Savage in the late 70s. He was fired in 1982 due to his alcohol problem and his inability to handle success.
Pete Willis was the original guitarist of Def Leppard who co-wrote many songs on their first three albums. He was fired in 1982 due to his alcohol problems and replaced by Phil Collen, who joined the band permanently.
Mar 17, 2024 · How did Pete Willis end up on the back cover of Pyromania?Pyromania 40th Anniversary Editions out April 26. Pre-order now at https://defleppard.lnk.to/PYRO40...
May 9, 2024 · Pete Willis made a huge contribution to Pyromania, co-writing four of the songs and laying down rhythm parts that singer Joe Elliott called “phenomenal”. Producer Mutt Lange had relied on Willis for his Malcolm Young-like ability to play on the beat.
