Phil Collen
Philip Kenneth Phil Collen is an English musician. He is the lead guitarist and former rhythm guitarist for the rock band Def Leppard. He joined the band in 1982 following the departure of Pete Willis.
Phillip Kenneth Collen was born in Hackney, London, England. He got his first guitar from his cousin David Pilley, who said Collen used to just sit in his bedroom just playing it. Then, at the age of 16, Collen got his first guitar , taught himself how to play, and left school to pursue a career in music. He then joined a lineup of early bands including Lucy, Tush, Dumb Blondes, and Girl. During his tenure with Girl, Collens career began rising, spurred by the relative success of the albums Sheer Greed and Wasted Youth, which allowed Collen the opportunity to play at more significant venues.
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