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) and 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 has released seven successful studio albums: 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)
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)
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
2001 establishments in the United States
2000s American music groups
2010s American music groups
American punk bands
American rock bands
Musical trios
Musical groups established in 2001
Musical groups from Nevada
Musicians from Las Vegas
2000s establishments in Nevada