The Killers: Battle Born
Don’t underestimate The Killers, a multi-platinum American band who functions as a synthesizer like LCD Soundsystem or DJ Shadow. Forget their mildly dance-punk origins and they’re an antenna to the uncool, a short wave radio station that only plays “heartland rock” (as Wikipedia says) and synthy schlock worthier of John Hughes than M83. read more
Found in: Music, ReviewsWerner Herzog to Direct The Killers for Webcast
Following a series of legendary bands paired with equally legendary directors for American Expressed Unstaged, The Killers have teamed up with German director Werner Herzog for a live concert webcast. Past pairings include David Lynch and Duran Duran, as well as Gary Oldman and Jack White.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsWatch The Killers Perform Three New Tracks
At a small show in Asheville, N.C. last night, The Killers made their live comeback, performing three new tracks from their forthcoming album, Battle Born.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsListen to The Killers' New Song, "Runaways"
“Runaways,” the lead single from The Killers’ forthcoming Battle Born, harkens back to the anthemic call-to-arms “All These Things That I’ve Done.”... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe Killers Announce Upcoming Album Title, Track Names
According to NME, The Killers revealed the name of their upcoming full-length album that will follow their 2008 effort, Day & Age, tentatively set for release sometime in the fall.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsBassnectar, Silversun Pickups Added to Firefly Festival
For its inaugural event in Dover, Del., this summer, Firefly Festival has already announced a pretty impressive lineup. Now, though, Firefly organizers have added eight more artists to the roster. The newest additions include Bassnectar, Silversun Pickups, Fitz and the Tantrums, Poliça, The Knocks, Moon Taxi, Turf War and Lower Case Blues. read more
Found in: Music, NewsTommy Marth: 1979-2012
Tommy Marth, a saxophone player for The Killers, was found dead in his Las Vegas home Monday, according to TMZ. The cause of death was cited as suicide. Marth was 33. read more
Found in: Music, NewsFREE MP3: Big Talk - "Getaways"
Big Talk's self-titled debut LP is out in stores today. Download their single "Getaways" here. read more
Found in: Blogs, Free MP3Mariachi El Bronx Announces Album Release Date
The L.A. punks of The Bronx turned some heads back in 2009 with their mariachi-inspired side project, but the ensemble became an unexpected success. Mariachi El Bronx will return this summer with Mariachi El Bronx (II), the follow-up to their self-titled debut. Inspired by the mariachi bands they grew up around in Los Angeles, the band temporarily traded in their hardcore attire and electric guitars for traditional Mexican clothing and instruments. They ended up nabbing opening slots for big-name bands under the mariachi alter ego, including the Killers and Foo Fighters.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe Killers Ready to Record New Album
The Killers’ drummer Ronnie Vannucci recently participated in an interview on The O2 Evening Show, in which he said The Killers are ready to begin working on a new album.... read more
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