'Somebody Told Me' About The Killers


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Many music lovers and alternative rock junkies might be aware of this band. The group responsible for creating 'Mr. Brightside,' The Killers is the band from Nevada led by Brandon Flowers on lead vocals/keyboards, Mark Stoermer on bass, and Dave Keuning on guitars, with Ronnie Vannucci Jr. on drums. The name of the band was from a music video titled 'Crystal' by New Order, which was one of their early influences. The word 'The Killers' can be seen at the bass drum of a fictional band on the said video.

The band was formed in 2002, after Flowers decided not to go with his bandmates at Blush Response, a synthpop group, as they moved to California. He chose to form his own rock group after he saw Brit rock icons Oasis at a performance. Afterwards, Flowers talked to Keuning after he saw an advertisement that the latter posted in the local newspaper.

Additionally, the two other band members was added to the group and they started rehearsing some of their material that eventually end up in their debut album. Then, they recorded some of their songs and performed at several clubs and bars in the Las Vegas area.

Moreover, they sent demos to different record labels in the US but most of them have shown no interest in signing them. However, a British rep took notice of the band's unique sound and decided to take the demo back to his country. Their song 'Mr. Brightside' was aired on UK's BBC Radio 1 show, which created a significant buzz about the band. They flew to London and played several shows. As they perform night after night, the crowd grew bigger and bigger. Critics were very positive about the music and style that the band emanates.

June 2004 was very monumental for The Killers, as they release their first album 'Hot Fuzz.' The album was certified platinum six times in UK, three times in U.S., Australia, and Canada. The second album 'Sam's Town' was also a huge success, as it sold more than 700,000 on its debut week alone. In addition, the album was also certified platinum in different countries and produced the singles 'When You Were Young' and 'Read My Mind.'

After those two monumental albums, the band also released Sawdust (a compilation album) in 2007 and Day and Age (third studio album) in 2008. Several award giving bodies have given the band numerous recognitions for their contributions to the music scene.

Notable Songs by The Killers:

  • Mr. Brightside
  • Somebody Told Me
  • Jenny Was A Friend Of Mine
  • When You Were Young
  • Smile Like You Mean It
  • All These Things That I've Done
  • Read My Mind
  • Bones


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