The Killers' Biography

André Vinagre

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The Killers are an American alternative rock band from Las Vegas, Nevada. Formed in 2002 and made up of Brandon Flowers (vocals and keyboards), Dave Keuning (Guitar and vocals), Mark Stoemer (bass guitar and vocals) and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. (drums and percussion).

They released their debut album HOT FUSS in 2004. Their second album SAM’S TOWN was released in 2006. The compilation album SAWDUST containing B-Sides, rarites, and some new material, was released in 2007. Their first two albuns to date have sold in excess of 10 million copies worldwide combined.

Much of The Killers music is based on Brtish influences and the music of the 80’s. Flowers has also said in the interviews that the larger-than-life sound of many of the bands songs is due to the influence of living in Las Vegas, a city where eveything is about flash.

The Killers Discography:

·Hot Fuss – June 15, 2004;
·Sam’s Town – October 3, 2006;
·Sawdust – November 12, 2007

Awards and Nominations:

·MTV Video Music Awards
Nominated: Best Group Video (2005) for "Mr. Brightside";
Nominated: Best Rock Video (2005) for "Mr. Brightside";
Won: Best New Artist (2005).

·MTV Europe Music Awards
Won: Best Rock Group (2006).

·BRIT Awards
Won: Best International Album (2007) for Sam's Town;
Won: Best International Group (2007);
Nominated: International Album (2006) for Hot Fuss;
Nominated: International Breakthrough Artist (2006).