Inside the Phil Collen Performance Room: A Look at Fender's Latest Venue and Collaboration with Def Leppard Guitarist
Fender recently unveiled the Phil Collen Performance Room at its Corona facility, featuring a live set by Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen. The 1,860 square-foot space is equipped with PreSonus sound equipment and will serve as a performance space, meeting room, and venue for future events. Collen, a longtime supporter of Jackson Guitars, has a history with Fender and was involved in the creation of custom guitars for the Jackson PC1 Splatter collection.
Collen shared his thoughts on working with Fender and Def Leppard's upcoming album during the opening event. He discussed the band's continuous recording process, embracing technology in music creation, and the impact of AI on the music industry. Looking back at the 40th anniversary of "Hysteria," Collen reflected on the recording process and the band's musical influences. Def Leppard's upcoming star in Hollywood was also mentioned, with Collen emphasizing the importance of creating meaningful music over accolades.
In terms of advice for aspiring musicians, Collen highlighted the importance of intention and authenticity in music creation. He encouraged future rockers to focus on inspiration and expression rather than seeking recognition. Collen also emphasized the value of learning multiple skills, such as singing, to fully engage in the music-making process. The Phil Collen Performance Room represents a new chapter in Collen's collaboration with Fender and his dedication to music creation.