According to TheStar.co.uk, DEF LEPPARD has dismissed rumors of a split as singer Joe Elliott and bassist Rick Savage prepared for a special home-coming performance. In an exclusive video chat with The Star, Elliott and Savage fleshed out their reasons for canceling the USA tour and announced the five-piece will play on.

They are writing new material, plan to release live recordings, a box set and will celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut album with their music available for download on iTunes.

Source: www.Blabbermouth.Net