Def Leppard with Honeymoon Suite, Churchill Park Music Festival, and more

Def Leppard, formed in Sheffield in 1977, are iconic for their blend of glam rock and pop ballads. Notable albums include "Pyromania" and "Hysteria," with major hits like "Pour Some Sugar on Me." Despite challenges, such as drummer Rick Allen's accident, they remained successful, producing chart-toppers and consistently touring. They collaborated with notable figures like producer Mutt Lange and recently worked with Alison Krauss. The band, known for its melodic metal and MTV success, earned numerous awards and remains a heavy metal legend today.

Honeymoon Suite, formed in 1981 in Niagara Falls, is known for their album-oriented rock. Their hit "Feel It Again" peaked at #16 in Canada and #34 in the US. With albums like "The Big Prize" and hit singles such as "New Girl Now," they gained popularity. The band's lineup included core members Johnnie Dee and Derry Grehan. They reunited in the late 2000s and continued touring and recording.

Montreal's Sam Roberts Band blends infectious melodies and enigmatic lyrics in their alternative rock sound. Their debut EP was Canada's best-selling independent EP. Albums like "We Were Born In A Flame" and "Chemical City" achieved double platinum and platinum status. Known for powerful live shows, they've played Lollapalooza and The Olympics. "All of Us" was nominated for Rock Album of the Year in 2021.