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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)
ULTRA VIOLET
The Killers Lyrics
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Sometimes I feel like I don't know
Sometimes I feel like checkin' out
I wanna get it wrong
Can't always be strong
And love it won't be long
Oh sugar, don't you cry
You know I need you to be strong
And the day is as dark as the night is long
Feel like trash, you make me feel clean
I'm in the black, can't see or be seen
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Alright now
Baby, baby, baby light my way
You bury your treasure
Where it can't be found
But your love is like a secret
That's been passed around
There is a silence that comes to a house
Where no one can sleep
I guess it's the price of love
I know it's not cheap
Oh, come on
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Oh, come on!
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Oooh ultraviolet
Oooh ultraviolet
Oooh ultraviolet
Oooh ultraviolet
Baby, baby, baby light my way
I remember
When we could sleep on stones
Now we lie together
In whispers and moans
When I was all messed up
And I had opera in my head
Your love was a light bulb
Hanging over my bed
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Oh, come on
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Oooh ultraviolet
Oooh ultraviolet
Oooh ultraviolet
Oooh ultraviolet
Baby, baby, baby
Baby, baby, baby
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Baby, baby, baby
Baby, baby, baby
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Baby, baby, baby
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Baby, baby, baby light my way
The lyrics of The Killers' song "Ultra Violet" express the complexity and fragility of human emotions. The song starts with the singer admitting to feeling lost and uncertain. Despite wanting to be strong all the time, he admits that sometimes he wants to make mistakes and get it wrong. He assures his loved one that despite this, she doesn't need to cry as he needs her to be strong. He acknowledges that the darkness in their lives might not be east to overcome, but together they can light each other's way.
The chorus of the song is a plea to his partner. He asks her to light his way through the darkness of their struggles. In the second verse, he talks about the secrecy and silence that can come with love. He realizes that love can be costly, and the price for love is sleeplessness.
The bridge of the song reminisces about simpler times. The singer remembers a time when they could sleep anywhere, even on stones. He acknowledges that his love for her has illuminated his life, even in his moments of weakness. Overall, the lyrics of "Ultra Violet" speak to the reality of human emotions and the importance of finding hope and strength in each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I feel like I don't know
At times, I’m unsure and feel lost
Sometimes I feel like checkin' out
I feel like giving up on everything
I wanna get it wrong
I want to make mistakes and fail
Can't always be strong
I can't always be emotionally strong and resilient
And love it won't be long
Love is not permanent and will eventually fade away
Oh sugar, don't you cry
Don't cry, my sweet companion
Oh child, wipe the tears from your eyes
Child, dry your tears and be brave
You know I need you to be strong
I rely on you to be emotionally stable and supportive
And the day is as dark as the night is long
The day is terribly gloomy and never-ending
Feel like trash, you make me feel clean
When I feel worthless, you make me feel valuable
I'm in the black, can't see or be seen
I'm in a difficult situation and cannot identify any way out
Baby, baby, baby light my way
Dear one, guide me and show me the path
You bury your treasure
You hide your love and affection
Where it can't be found
In an undisclosed location
But your love is like a secret
Your love is like confidential information
That's been passed around
That's been shared and known by others
There is a silence that comes to a house
A quietness descends upon a home
Where no one can sleep
Where people cannot rest or relax
I guess it's the price of love
I suppose this is the cost of falling in love
I know it's not cheap
I'm well aware that it's not inexpensive
Oooh ultraviolet
Oh ultraviolet
I remember
I recall a time
When we could sleep on stones
When we could rest in uncomfortable conditions
Now we lie together
But now we sleep together
In whispers and moans
In soft speech and physical expressions of pleasure or pain
When I was all messed up
When I was emotionally troubled and confused
And I had opera in my head
And I was consumed by intense emotions
Your love was a light bulb
Your love was a source of hope and inspiration
Hanging over my bed
That comforted me and eased my worries
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ASHLEY JOHN WESTLAKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andrew Peterson
I’m a U2 fanatic. I’ve loved the band since 1980. I’ve seen them live over 100 times. I hate anyone who tries to cover U2 songs. However , the Killers have absolutely blown me away with their version of my favourite song of Achtung Baby. I can’t get enough of it. When Brandon sings “Ultra Violet ….baby baby baby light my way” I’m literally floating.
Kev Walsh
I totally agree with you on this
It’s very rare any band does a cover of an original artists song that’s as good as the original!
But I have to say I’m torn with this one !
As im also a massive U2 fan
I grew up
Listening to them!!
I don’t want to admit it but I actually think the killers version of this song it better than U2,s 🤷🏻♂️🙈😁👌
John Alanskas
I'm a long time u2 fan. Shared this with my daughter who likes the killers. She loved it!
Bryan Ellis
As a long time U2 fan — at least 40 years — I’m extremely partial and bias to any band doing a remake. Bono and the boys are a classic whiskey that doesn’t need any additive or sweetener.
That being said, it’s pretty rare that a remake could actually touch the soul in a different, dare I say more powerful way than this one. This arrangement, the harmonies, the build up, holy crap, it’s so moving it brought tears to my eyes. Minus the video part just the audio and letting it settle into my bones…. So powerful! Well done!
Alexandria Ocasio-Smollett
I agree with you for the most part. Up until you said this was better than the original. That’s when you lost me. This feels like a decent stripped down cover. But doesn’t even come close to the original especially when U2 play this song live.
However, there is a cover on this same album(Achtung Baby 20 year anniversary with every track covered by other artists) in which Killers covered Ultraviolet that actually contains a song that is arguably better than the original. Love is Blindness by Jack White is a freaking masterpiece. I like that he totally changed up and made his own. Which is what the Killers didn’t do here.
the great destroyer
@Alexandria Ocasio-Smollett not that i don´t like jack white´s work but that´s song only played original
James Allred
Just so all the haters and U2 defenders understand: Bono said the Killers did something with this song U2 couldn't (not necessarily better). He then said the radio needs Brandon Flowers' voice. "His voice!" So there is mutual respect here. Great original. Great cover.
JaBig *
The original version is etched in my brain and my heart but I love this version
Carmen Ronyak
Love the Cover
Francisco Antonio Moreira
Este gosto e para poucos apesar da música ser uma linguagem universal