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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)
iHappy Birthday Guadalupe!
The Killers Lyrics
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Well I woke up Christmas morning and what did I see?
I saw a lovely señorita looking back at me
Named Guadalupe, with big brown eyes
Boy what did you do this time?
Made my excuses and a beeline for the bedroom door
Mi cumpleaños, stay with me,
Baby it's cold outside"
We are livin' in a difficult time
We've been walkin' down a difficult line
Put your feet up baby, it's Christmas time
Cumpleaños feliz
Happy Birthday Guadalupe
(Our time will come)
(We both hold on)
She gave me coffee and tortillas to console my head
Prepared the slippers on my feet before she made our bed
And blew the candles from her favourite cake
And we kissed beneath the mistletoe
I pulled her body close to mine and I had just one chance
I whispered, "Baby will you marry me for just one dance?"
Infatuation, the things you say
I got scared and I left that night
'Cause we are livin' in a difficult time
We've been walking down a difficult line
Put your feet up baby, it's Christmas time
Cumpleaños feliz
Happy Birthday Guadalupe
Deck the halls with rosaries
Wish upon a Christmas tree
Silent night please come to me
Bearing gifts from my... my Mexican angel
At night I wake up cold and lonely, burstin' at the seams
She haunts the early morning hours of December dreams
My Guadalupe, with big brown eyes
I wanna break the spell tonight
'Cause we are livin' in a difficult time
We've been walkin' down a difficult line
Put your feet up baby, it's Christmas time
Cumpleaños feliz
Happy Birthday Guadalupe
Happy Birthday Guadalupe
The Killers Feat. Wild Light Feat. Mariachi El Bronx's song "¡Happy Birthday Guadalupe!" is a song that tells a story of a man and a woman named Guadalupe. The man wakes up on Christmas morning to find Guadalupe, a lovely señorita, looking back at him. Guadalupe begs him to stay with her and celebrate her birthday, but the man leaves that night, leaving Guadalupe with just a whisper of a marriage proposal. As the song progresses, the man realizes the haunting presence of Guadalupe in his dreams and wishes to break the spell.
Overall, the song is a beautiful and emotional depiction of a complex relationship. The lyrics are poetic and heartfelt, with references to Mexican traditions, such as the use of rosaries and the mention of a Mexican angel. The melancholic, yet hopeful tone of the song combines elements of rock, pop, and mariachi music, creating a memorable and unique listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I woke up Christmas morning and what did I see?
On Christmas morning, I woke up and saw a beautiful/sexy lady staring back at me.
I saw a lovely señorita looking back at me
I saw a beautiful/sexy lady staring back at me.
Named Guadalupe, with big brown eyes
Her name is Guadalupe and she has big brown eyes.
Boy what did you do this time?
I am surprised by my own behavior in finding such a beautiful woman to be with.
Made my excuses and a beeline for the bedroom door
I made an excuse and rushed towards the bedroom door.
She was beggin' and a-pleadin', screamin', "Por favor, Mi cumpleaños, stay with me, Baby it's cold outside"
She begged me to stay with her since it was her birthday and it was really cold outside.
We are livin' in a difficult time
Life is hard for us and we are struggling.
We've been walkin' down a difficult line
We have been struggling on this difficult path in life.
Put your feet up baby, it's Christmas time
Take a break and relax, it's Christmas time.
Cumpleaños feliz
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday Guadalupe
Happy Birthday Guadalupe
She gave me coffee and tortillas to console my head
She gave me coffee and tortillas to make me feel better when I had a headache.
Prepared the slippers on my feet before she made our bed
She made sure to get my slippers for me before making the bed.
And blew the candles from her favourite cake
She blew out the candles from her favorite cake.
And we kissed beneath the mistletoe
We shared a kiss under the mistletoe.
I pulled her body close to mine and I had just one chance
I pulled her body close to mine and I had one chance to make a move.
I whispered, "Baby will you marry me for just one dance?"
I whispered in her ear, asking if she would marry me just for one dance.
Infatuation, the things you say
Being infatuated makes you say things you wouldn't normally say.
I got scared and I left that night
I got scared and left her that night.
Deck the halls with rosaries
Decorate the halls with rosaries.
Wish upon a Christmas tree
Make a wish on the Christmas tree.
Silent night please come to me
I hope for a peaceful and quiet night.
Bearing gifts from my... my Mexican angel
She is my Mexican angel who brings me gifts.
At night I wake up cold and lonely, burstin' at the seams
Sometimes I wake up feeling cold and alone and overwhelmed.
She haunts the early morning hours of December dreams
She dominates my thoughts in the early morning hours, especially in December.
My Guadalupe, with big brown eyes
My Guadalupe, the one with big brown eyes.
I wanna break the spell tonight
I want to break free from this spell of longing for her tonight.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRANDON FLOWERS, DAVE BRENT KEUNING, MARK AUGUST STOERMER, RONNIE JR. VANNUCCI
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Guadalupe Viridiana Morales
Me gusta escuchar esta canción cada cinco de diciembre, día de mi cumpleaños. Me gusta pensar que The Killers me la escribió. Jajaja. UuU
Janyuca
Hey, si no estoy cerca para tu cumpleaños en diciembre, happy birth day Charli !!!!!!
gysanti1900
I absolutely love this song and the video to it...I've been listening to this song every December since 2009, still going strong on 2022....and I just want to say Feliliz Navidad! Hope everyone that reads this in 2022 is doing well and blessings to you and your loved one's.
Tiffany Reyna Martinez
I was the older one of the 3 little Mexican Angels. I had a blast on set, especially when I played catch with Luke Perry during a break, this is when I found he is left handed. Great memories I will always treasure.
Gian Flower
Awesome to see you now!
The canary Is dead
Poignant
QuorumOf1
So sad he passed he seemed like a good guy
The canary Is dead
@QuorumOf1 indeed
Il mondo di Mauro & Lisi
Dear Tiffany, may you tell me where this video was shot and where the chapel is? I't's very important for me because I'm writing an article about Luke Perry. Thank you!
Ricardo Cervantes
Es increible la conexión que tienen The Killers con la México y su cultura, sin duda soy fan de esta super banda. Y un dia después del 12 de Diciembre Feliz Cumpleaños Guadalupe. !!!