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1. The Killers is an American rock band from Las Vegas, Nevada, formed in 2001.
They got the name from the fictional band The Killers in the video for New Order's song Crystal.
As of 2021, the band has released six studio albums, which have sold 28 million records worldwide.
The Early Years
Initially, The Killers played at large clubs in Las Vegas. With the band's line-up stable and their repertoire of songs expanding, the band began to attract attention from talent bookers, local agents, major label, scouts — and a UK representative for Warner Bros. Though the Warner Bros representative passed on the band, he took the demo back with him, showing it to a friend who worked at UK (London-based) indie label Lizard King Records (now Marrakesh Records). The Killers then signed in the summer of 2002 to a British label.
Hot Fuss
They released their debut album Hot Fuss on June 2004 in the United Kingdom and US (on Island Records). Their first single was Somebody Told Me. The band also had chart success with their singles Mr. Brightside, which reached the Top 10 in the UK when released, and All These Things That I've Done.
Sam's Town
The band started recording its second album, Sam's Town, on February 15, 2006, at The Palms Hotel/Casino in Las Vegas. It was released on October 2006.
The first single, When You Were Young debuted on radio stations in late July 2006. In late August 2006, it was offered as a downloadable track before the album's debut. The single then entered the chart on downloads alone at #5, and the following week on its official release went to #2 in the UK.
The video clip of the second single, Bones, was directed by Tim Burton.
The third single was Read My Mind. The video for it was filmed in Tokyo, Japan.
The last one was For Reasons Unknown, released in June, 2007.
The album sold over 700,000 copies worldwide in the first week of release, with a No. 2 debut on the United World chart.
Sawdust Compilation
The compilation album Sawdust, containing B-sides, rarities, and some new material, was released on November 12, 2007.
The album's first single Tranquilize, a collaboration with Lou Reed, was released on October 2007. The band also released their cover of Joy Division's song Shadowplay on the U.S. iTunes Store. The album contains songs Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town (a The First Edition cover), Romeo and Juliet (a Dire Straits cover), and a new version of Move Away (previously available on the Spider-Man 3 soundtrack). One of the tracks on Sawdust is Leave the Bourbon On The Shelf, the first but previously unreleased part of the so called Murder Trilogy, in which it is followed by Midnight Show then Jenny Was a Friend of Mine.
(Red) Christmas EP
In 2006 Songfacts reported that The Killers were recognized for their work with Bono's Product Red campaign, which is dedicated to fighting AIDS in Africa.
In the same year they have released their first Christmas themed song and music video, A Great Big Sled in aid of the charity, followed by Don't Shoot Me Santa on December 1, 2007.
Their festive tunes have subsequently became an annual event and (Red) Christmas EP intended to raise money for the Product Red campaign on November 29, 2011.
Day & Age
The third album Day & Age was released on 25th November 2008 (24th November for the UK).
The album's first single Human was debuted on 22nd September and on the 30th September, the single was made available on iTunes, with many radio DJ's suggesting it was the best single by The Killers yet.
Killers frontman Brandon Flowers said (in December 2008) that he thinks that his band "will be bigger than U2 eventually, and sooner than you might think". He told The Daily Telegraph that "U2 are unbelievable, but they're getting old. It feels like it's time".
The album was reviewed at Silent Soundwaves.
Battle Born
The band was on hiatus, but returned to the studio to record their fourth studio album in early 2011. Songfacts reported that Runaways, the first single from the new album, was released on July 10, 2012.
The Killers' fourth studio album, Battle Born, was released on 18 September 2012.
It took 15 months to record it. The band began working on it after they took a touring break for a little over a year. The album had five producers, with The Killers producing one song by themselves, The Rising Tide.
The debut single was Runaways, followed by Miss Atomic Bomb and Here with Me.
Wonderful Wonderful
In 2015, Brandon Flowers and Dave Keuning began to discuss recording a fifth studio album. The band recorded the album between September 2016 and May 2017, with production by Jacknife Lee. Band members Dave Keuning and Mark Stoermer both announced that they would take a break from touring. The Killers' fifth studio album, Wonderful Wonderful, was released on September 22, 2017, debuting at #1 on the Billboard 200. Stoermer
Imploding the Mirage
On November 15, 2019, the Killers announced their sixth studio album titled Imploding the Mirage for a Spring 2020 release. On March 12, 2020, the album's lead single "Caution" was released, featuring a guitar solo by former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham. Buckingham said of the band, "There’s such a strong center to what they’re doing. Their material is so well crafted that it cuts across a lot of generational lines." Brandon Flowers also confirmed that guitarist Dave Keuning was still on hiatus and did not participate in recording the album. On April 25, 2020, "Caution" reached number one on Billboard's Alternative Songs chart, setting a record of 13 years and 6 months since the band's last number-one song on the chart.
The Killers' sixth studio album, " Imploding the Mirage" was released on August 21, 2020. It debuted at #8 on the Billboard 200.
Influences
Much of The Killers' music is based on British influences and on the music of the 1980s, particularly New Wave. Flowers has also said in interviews that the larger-than-life sound of many of the band's songs is due to the influence of living in Las Vegas, a city where everything is about flash and who can top whom. They appreciate post-punk bands that sprang up during the 80's such as Joy Division, and they are also avowed fans of New Order (with whom Flowers has performed live), Pet Shop Boys, Dire Straits, David Bowie, The Smiths, Morrissey, Depeche Mode, U2, Queen, Oasis and The Beatles. Their second album was said to be greatly influenced by Bruce Springsteen's music and lyrics.
Their line-up is:
Brandon Flowers (vocals, keyboards),
Dave Keuning (guitar, backing vocals),
Mark Stoermer (bass guitar, backing vocals),
Ronnie Vannucci Jr. (drums, percussion).
2. The Killers was an Uruguayan rock band from the early 1970s which released an album Good Bye in 1972.
3. The Killers was an American hardcore band from Chicago, IL, from the 1990s founded by former members of Charles Bronson.
They released records on Hater of God and Gloom, and had split records with A.P.B. & 9 Shocks Terror.
Reminds of Behead The Prophet No Lord Shall Live meets The Oath.
4. The Killers (aka Insanity and The Killers) was an American band from Cleveland, Ohio. They released one 7″ on Huh? Oh? in 1981.
5. The Killers was a British punk rock band from England formed in 1977 (though released their first 7", I Don't Care, as Joe Cool & The Killers).
In 1978 they released their one and only album called Killer; by then they had dropped the Joe Cool and released the record under this name.
6. The Killers was a Brazilian garage rock band that released one album in 1964 titled The Killers. The band members were João Bosco (drums), Luiz Carlos (bass guitar), João Carlos (lead guitar), and Gustavo (rhythm guitar)
Running Towards a Place
The Killers Lyrics
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The good in my people, the trouble in me
Give me the hands that I may lift
The weight of another who's starting to drift
And if we're running towards a place
Where we'll walk as one
Will the hardness of this life
If I lay with you in love
Will you meet me there?
And shake the lighting from the locks
Of your unbound hair
Can two become one?
Give me a song that I may sing
That cuts like a canyon and rides on a wing
And give a heart that I may stand
For what I believe in
And if we're running towards a place
Where we'll walk as one
Will the hardness of this life
Be overcome?
If I walk the wild blue
Will you meet me there?
And shake the lighting from the locks
Of your unbound hair
Can two become one?
Can you see the world
In a grain of sand?
Can you find heaven in a wildflower
Hold it in the palm of your hand?
The moment we met
Burst like a star
Onto the canvas of the skyline, purple and gold
We're in this together, I ain't never letting go
Because we're running towards a place
Where we'll walk as one
And the sadness of this life
Will be overcome
If I lay with you in love
Will you meet me there?
And shake the lighting from the locks
Of your unbound hair
In these lyrics, The Killers express a deep longing for connection, understanding, and unity with others. The singer asks for the ability to see the good in people and acknowledge their own flaws. By asking for "the eyes" to see the troubles within themselves, it suggests a reflective and introspective approach to self-awareness and growth.
The desire for empathy and compassion is further emphasized when the singer asks for "the hands" to lift the weight of another who is struggling. This shows a willingness to support and help others who may be drifting or in need. It suggests a sense of responsibility and a desire to create a collective strength by lifting each other up.
The chorus poses a question about reaching a place where unity is achieved. It asks if the challenges and difficulties of life can be overcome when people come together and walk as one. There is a sense of hope and optimism in this idea that by joining forces and being united, the hardness of life can be conquered.
The theme of unity and connection continues as the singer desires a deep emotional bond with someone. The lines about "laying with you in love" and meeting in that place communicate the longing for a profound emotional and intimate connection where the barriers of life can be broken. The metaphor of shaking lightning from the locks of unbound hair suggests freeing oneself from constraints and fully embracing the moment.
The second verse carries similar themes of expressing oneself and standing up for what one believes in. The desire for a song that "cuts like a canyon" and a heart to stand for one's beliefs further highlights the importance of individual expression and conviction in the pursuit of unity and understanding.
The bridge takes a more philosophical turn, asking if we can find the beauty and meaning of the world in even the smallest things. The reference to William Blake's poem "Auguries of Innocence" in the lines "Can you see the world in a grain of sand? Can you find heaven in a wildflower?" suggests the power of finding profoundness in the simplest aspects of life. Holding heaven in the palm of one's hand represents the ability to appreciate and grasp the profoundness of life's moments.
The final verse brings the focus back to the connection and unity between the singer and the person they are addressing. It emphasizes their shared journey, stating that they are in it together and the singer will never let go. The repetition of the chorus highlights the desire for unity and the belief that by coming together, the sadness of life can be overcome.
Overall, these lyrics convey a deep longing for connection, unity, and understanding. They highlight the importance of empathy, compassion, and the willingness to challenge personal flaws and lift each other up. The song suggests that by coming together, embracing love, and appreciating the beauty in the world, the difficulties of life can be overcome.
Line by Line Meaning
Give me the eyes that I may see
Grant me the ability to perceive the positive aspects of humanity while acknowledging my own flaws
The good in my people, the trouble in me
Recognize the virtues of others and confront my own personal struggles
Give me the hands that I may lift
Bestow upon me the strength to support those who are losing their way
The weight of another who's starting to drift
The burden of someone who is losing their sense of direction
And if we're running towards a place
If we are moving forward towards a common goal
Where we'll walk as one
Where we will unite and move together
Will the hardness of this life
Can we overcome the challenges of life
Be overcome?
Will we triumph over them
If I lay with you in love
If I share my love and intimacy with you
Will you meet me there?
Will you reciprocate and join me in that place
And shake the lighting from the locks
And free yourself from the constraints and restrictions
Of your unbound hair
Representing your liberated spirit
Can two become one?
Can two individuals merge and become a unified entity
Give me a song that I may sing
Provide me with a powerful song to express myself
That cuts like a canyon and rides on a wing
A song that deeply touches and inspires
And give a heart that I may stand
Grant me a courageous heart to firmly stand for my beliefs
For what I believe in
To support and defend my convictions
Can you see the world
Can you perceive the beauty of the world
In a grain of sand?
Within the smallest and simplest aspects of life
Can you find heaven in a wildflower
Can you discover serenity and divinity in a humble blossom
Hold it in the palm of your hand?
Grasp and treasure it within your grasp
The moment we met
The instant our paths crossed
Burst like a star
Ignited and shone brilliantly
Onto the canvas of the skyline, purple and gold
Painting a picturesque scene with vibrant hues
We're in this together, I ain't never letting go
We are committed to each other, and I will never abandon you
Because we're running towards a place
Because we are striving towards a destination
Where we'll walk as one
Where we will move forward together and in unity
And the sadness of this life
And the sorrow that accompanies existence
Will be overcome
Will be surpassed and conquered
If I lay with you in love
If I share a deep and passionate connection with you
Will you meet me there?
Will you meet me in that intimate place
And shake the lighting from the locks
And liberate yourself from any restraints
Of your unbound hair
Representing your unrestrained and free spirit
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ariel Rechtshaid, Brandon Flowers, Ronald Dante Jr. Vannucci, Tommy King
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