The Killers

The Killers are an American rock band. It was formed in Las Vegas in 2001. The band's current lineup (as of 2023) comprising of Brandon Flowers (lead vocals, keyboards, bass), Ronnie Vannucci Jr. (drums, percussion), and Dave Keuning (lead guitar, backing vocals). Mark Stoermer (bass, rhythm guitar, backing vocals) who along with Vannucci Jr. joined The Killers in 2002. The band's name is from a logo on the bass drum of a band shown in the music video for the New Order song "Crystal".

The band was formed in 2001, after Flowers posted a newspaper ad looking for musicians. They have released seven successful studio albums since: Hot Fuss (2004), Sam's Town (2006), Day & Age (2008), Battle Born (2012), Wonderful Wonderful (2017), Imploding the Mirage (2020), and Pressure Machine (2021) They have also released a B-sides and rarities compilation, Sawdust (2007); a live album, Live from the Royal Albert Hall (2009); a greatest-hits album, Direct Hits (2013); and a Christmas compilation, Don't Waste Your Wishes (2016).

The Killers are considered one of the biggest rock bands of the 21st century, and the most successful act to ever emerge from Nevada, selling more than 28 million records worldwide, including 10.8 million in the US alone. They have performed in over 50 countries and on six continents, headlining venues such as Madison Square Garden, Wembley Stadium and Glastonbury Festival (2007 and 2019).

On August 4, 2017 It was announced that Dave Keuning had left The Killers after 15 years with the band. He left so he could make music alone, But Keuning rejoined the band in 2020. Mark Stoermer left the band in On the same day as Keuning rejoins after 18 years performing with the band due to Covid and touring hiatus since 2016 in order to continue to make another solo record.

Band members
Current members
 Brandon Flowers – lead vocals, keyboards, bass (2001–present)
 Ronnie Vannucci Jr. – drums, percussion, backing vocals (2002–present)
 Dave Keuning – lead guitar, backing vocals (2001–2017, 2020–present); rhythm guitar (2001–2002, 2020–present)

Current touring musicians
 Ted Sablay – lead guitar (2017–2020, 2022–present), rhythm guitar, keyboards (2006–2007, 2011–2017, 2020–2022), backing vocals (2006–2007, 2011–present)
 Jake Blanton – bass (2013, 2016–present), keyboards, rhythm guitar (2011–2016), backing vocals (2011–present)
 Erica Canales – backing vocals (2017–present)
 Melissa Mcmillan – backing vocals (2021–present)
 Tori Allen – backing vocals, violin, rhythm guitar (2021–present)
 Robbie Connolly – keyboards, rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2017–present)
 Taylor Milne – rhythm guitar, keyboards, backing vocals (2017–2020, 2022–present)

Former members
 Mark Stoermer – bass, rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2002–2020)
 Dell Neal – bass, backing vocals (2001–2002)
 Brian Havens – drums (2002)
 Mat Norcross – drums (2001–2002)

Former touring musicians
 Rob Whited – percussion, backing vocals (2006–2014)
 Bobby Lee Parker – acoustic guitar (2008–2014)
 Ray Suen – keyboards, violin, rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2008–2010)
 Tommy Marth – saxophone, backing vocals (2008–2010, died 2012)
 Brian Karscig – rhythm guitar, keyboards, backing vocals (2016)
 Amanda Brown – backing vocals (2017–2018)
 Danielle Withers – backing vocals (2017–2018)

Timeline


Touring musicians timeline

Discography
Studio albums
Hot Fuss
Sam's Town
Day & Age
Battle Born
Wonderful Wonderful
Imploding the Mirage
Pressure Machine

Compilation albums
Sawdust
Direct Hits
Don't Waste Your Wishes

Live albums
Live from the Royal Albert Hall

Extended plays
(Red) Christmas EP

Concert tours
Hot Fuss Tour (2003–2005)
Battle Born World Tour (2013–2014)
Wonderful Wonderful World Tour (2017–2018)
Imploding the Mirage World Tour (2022–present)

References

Category:2001 establishments in the United States
Category:2000s American music groups
Category:2010s American music groups
Category:American punk bands
Category:American rock bands
Category:Musical trios
Category:Musical groups established in 2001
Category:Musical groups from Nevada
Category:Musicians from Las Vegas
Category:2000s establishments in Nevada