The Killers formed in Las Vegas in 2001 around Brandon Flowers and Dave Keuning, blending new wave, synth-pop, and heartland rock into arena-sized anthems. Hot Fuss (2004) is where everyone starts — Mr. Brightside alone has outlasted most of its era — with Sam's Town (2006) close behind. Browse The Killers vinyl, CDs, and reissues at Wax Trax Records.
The Killers formed in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2001, founded by Brandon Flowers and Dave Keuning, who were soon joined by Mark Stoermer and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. Their 2004 debut Hot Fuss launched them to international stardom and they became one of the defining rock bands of their era, headlining major festivals worldwide. The band remains one of the most commercially successful rock acts of the 21st century.
The Killers blend new wave, post-punk revival, synth-pop, and heartland rock, marked by Flowers's soaring vocals, anthemic choruses, and a sound that grew from new-wave-influenced beginnings toward Springsteen-inspired Americana. Mr. Brightside in particular became an enduring cultural touchstone with remarkable chart longevity.
Hot Fuss and Sam's Town have appeared in anniversary and colored-vinyl editions, and the band's Island catalog is widely collected. Special and deluxe editions accompany several albums, and Mr. Brightside-related pressings hold particular fan interest.
Listeners new to The Killers almost always start with Hot Fuss (2004). For related listening, see and .
