Brandon Flowers Talks About The Killers' Early Days

[@taleytaleytaley]

Killers fans being so excited about how comfortable and talkative Brandon was in this interview restored my broken soul. Well done, Seth!

[@marielavalon]

Even his speaking voice is gorgeous. ♥️

[@obediteviaeveritatisetvitae]

Mariel Quevedo agreed

[@keepmurmuring]

Totally agree

[@luke_cohen1]

I know a million dudes from the throughout the American Southwest that sound just like him. He has an accent I like to call, "White Gridiron Football Jock". It's similar to the accent of Canadian Hockey Players (Eg Letterkenny's Reilly and Jonesy) but slightly more Texan and less sports based slang. To be clear, it's a very American Middle Class and Suburban accent but it's well understood by everyone else here since we all know that type of person (which is why the high school bully jock you see in movies is so cringey because the accent is not quite right).

[@MrVisde]

@@luke_cohen1 I think it’s more of a working class southwestern accent. One of the lesser known accents like Pennsylvanian.

[@luke_cohen1]

@@MrVisde Jocks in this part of the country are usually working class kids due to all the diversity. These aren't your upper crust players from Rutgers. Rather, these are the hard working scrappers you see on shows like Hard Knocks.

[@leilasaleh6653]

Siri, please google why Brandon Flowers is so damn dashing and handsome

[@StarMintaka]

I can't think of anything funny to say, so I'm gonna say that it's because he's mormon

[@leilasaleh6653]

StarMintaka he has a very adorable personality too and the way he laughs kills me 😂

[@IDiggPattyMayonnaise]

StarMintaka Have you ever watched him debate his Mormon faith? Its pretty depressing to watch. Not because he's religious, no judgement thats his thing, but its like watching a pro play basketball against a grade schooler.

[@miadavis7239]

Seriously! He should consider performing in Vegas when he reaches Silver Fox status.

[@noelmcgovern3987]

Secret Ingredient is Mormon

[@raedaw766]

America is really missing out on one of their best American bands. Go to any other country and The Killers are huge there!

[@user-em4wh5ji3w]

Rae Daw killers are massive in the US lol

[@adan9925]

I think they are pretty famous in US, they aren't going unnoticed.

[@htown148]

you idiot lol there huge here

[@davidmatheny1993]

They are still a big band in the U.S. The main thing is that Alternative Rock, and Rock in general, is no longer part of the Top 40 in Popular music anymore. It is mostly dominated by dance music and rap/hip-hop.

[@437765513]

But they trashed Trump. :(

[@Bjontiss]

So good looking, so awesome on stage, yet so nervous in interviews. Love this guy

[@Sarv-k]

Super talented,classy,kind and handsome. Forever a fan.

[@rhcpfan1981]

Sarv their new album is great, check out the Killers Album Battle Born. It's amazing

[@liona1982]

And his solo album is one of the best albums ever! 80's beat and Bruce's vibe.

[@4EverATVAddict]

It took me years before I realised that The Killers weren't a British band. They're definitely the best non-British British band in history :P

[@bensmith2729]

GunsOnBungees A news arcticle said they are the best british band to come from america.

[@rumblefish9]

that's because their sound is largely influenced by the new wave British bands in the 80s. Even the name, The Killers, is from a New Order music video for the song Crystal.

[@4EverATVAddict]

They were first signed to a British label and lived in the UK for a few years in the early 2000s. Then by 2005 with the explosion of the Indie scene in the UK it seemed as though they were just another UK Indie band who had routes in the Beatles, and Bowie, then New Wave, then Britpop.

[@Becksnnc]

Same haha. When I heard his accent I was stunned!

[@england6013]

At the start they sang with a London accent

[@MrStrobe91]

Great to see Brandon being so comfortable in an interview. Hopefully many more to come :)

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

The Killers are actually the best band of this century. Their albums are masterpieces, and their songs and videos are so awesome, that they have inspired, moved, and even saved countless people's lives. Only a Killers' fan would understand that. Yes, the best band of this century.

[@divypatel250]

Well said! Apart from some songs, The Killers isn’t for everyone but for people like you, me and many others they are literally the best band of this century.

[@christianperez2395]

I understand 👍

[@october20able]

Definitely the strokes

[@bloodybackfat]

The Strokes are better imo

[@randallpetersen9164]

@@october20able I was thinking The Strokes would be in the running also, but having seen them both live many times, I'm giving The Killers the win.

[@MarteParaddict]

I’ve never seen Brandon this open and not shy! Love it 😊 Seth always bringing out the best of people when he interviews.

[@Guenter34]

His voice when he sings "I never" at the end of "Mr. Brightside" is incredible! His speaking voice honestly sounds nothing like it.

[@Frankie-jg3yp]

I think it’s bc he’s a little older now. In my opinion his voice doesn’t really sound that different from his singing voice but that’s just what I hear.

[@guadalupeanguiano7667]

right? he is so soft spoken sounds a lil old timey and rural.

[@Dwaynethepebble-xm8sf]

His speaking voice has always sounded like that. I listened to the interview he and the rest of the band had just before Sam’s town was released and I was honestly really surprised with how almost nervous he sounded. Honestly, he’s an amazing really down to earth guy

[@Maverick.D.]

Their first and second album are still the best. The bassline in "Jenny was a friend of mine" is still legendary.

[@jackprice6805]

I’d say if it can’t be Hot Fuss Battlborn is the next best thing but Sam’a town is close

[@Thatguy55595]

Just listened to that song for the first time in years. 29 now and damn I slept on that song

[@PianoKeyzOfficial]

Seth has cracked the code to opening up Brandon!

[@winchesterinc.5643]

Words can’t explain how much I appreciate and admire the honesty and class that this man brings to the industry.

[@DoubleBarrelledDuck]

Imagine being at their first show hearing the first ever Mr. Brightside performance

[@grinningshine9631]

caesar the ape I was there. I was there and I remember it like it was yesterday, there was very tall grass and I heard a man yelling “don’t run into the tall grass!” Next thing I remember velociraptors we’re jumping and mauling my friends. It was a bad day, but yeah at least I got to hear the first ever Mr. Brightside performance, although now that I think about it I was listening to The Killers on my Walkman while it all went down and I was losing a lot of blood from a raptor biting my neck. 🤔

[@taysem321]

@@grinningshine9631 why does that sound like you were in click & drag

[@grinningshine9631]

What ? I have no idea, I forgot I even wrote this, I think I was drunk. Reading it through a second time it’s not as funny as I thought, I let “The Lost World” down 😟

[@Drew-nd7vb]

@@grinningshine9631 it was definitely as funny as you thought it was

[@geoffgjof]

There's a video that seems close. Search "The Killers Live Castle Mr Brightside" There are people talking over the song 😂

[@mimosameltdown3796]

He did so great in this interview! Why do I feel like a proud mom? Also, Seth asked incredible questions!!

[@gabrieleriva651]

Sam’s Town is one of the best album of the millennium.

[@SaintTanna69]

Sams town is their best in my opinion. Hitting in all cylinders, creatively and musically.

[@tedb3966]

Hot fuss and Sam’s town are 1 and 1A

[@TheApatheticGuy]

Yes, I agree. The fruition of a group of very talented musicians into real creative synergy. Hot Fuss seems very of it's time whenever I listen to it. All albums after are timeless with Sam's Town heralding the magic to come.

[@thatchick8796]

Agree Sams Town is one of the best albums ever. I cant believe it didnt get better critical reception.

[@mariadotlic5790]

Sams town literally saved my life back in the day.

[@scifikoala]

I love hearing artists talk about their first shows, its really reassuring as someone in their early 20s that truly, no one knows what the hell their doing when they start doing it

[@jordanfash6205]

Bri Koala Preach. Literally had the same exact thought. I’m either a massive failure or in the same boat as The Killers.

[@oscaravalos9098]

@@jordanfash6205 most likely a failure.

[@MrNoSleepOSRS]

What a great interview, amazing group so happy they are getting more attention

[@StarMintaka]

Yeah, he finally did a talk show!

[@davedanger9839]

yeah, it's great when these underground, underappreciated bands get their share of the lime light.

[@popeye697]

Dave Danger The Killers don't exactly qualify as underground at this point.

[@StarMintaka]

popeye697 I think it was a joke

[@krulligemonst]

I've heard that their album 'Hot Fuss' is pretty nice

[@winterflower8543]

What do you mean dude?! the eyeliner look was ICONIC.💖

[@leighstratton5380]

Winter Flower so hot!

[@rroygbivable]

Years later we all still freak out when we hear the first few beats of Mr. Brightside. That's the song of the generation. Thank you so much for this interview! Great questions and very detailed answers.

[@calvinzhobbes1977]

for me, it's 'When you were young'

[@azul4390]

I love hearing Brandon talk. He has great things to say and sounds so classy. Of course, I'm also enjoying seeing him more at ease while still keeping that hint of shyness😍. No matter what, he always makes my heart flutter!

[@BattsPysselProgram]

so handsome, sophisticated and talented. I always say, the ones who don't appreciate and understand The Killers music, does not understand music. I'm so happy their not mainstream, still keeping it real and i Love that.

[@renevanderwesthuizen1520]

I remember 2004. Watching Mr Brightside on repeat. Thinking this is the handsomest handsome man. Ever. Still is. Dammit.

[@rjtkoh]

I really hope Brandon finds Trevor. That's such a beautiful story. Great to see Brandon acknowledge such a special person

[@DevilMayCryRR]

That love at the end for Mr.Trevor ....wow! To have someone that change your view on life, and to tell you that anything is possible ( your dreams). its so powerful. Get out there and make your dream come true. Much love.

[@MrCheddahcheese]

So humble and honest! Very rare traits to come by in the music/Hollywood industry. Probably one of the reasons it drew me to making them one of my all-time favourite bands.

[@anishkapereira3543]

The killers are just a underrated band. They are absolutely amazing!

[@superboy08]

Such a humble, grateful and very talented man.

[@Chas-OTE]

Kinda surprised that Mr. Brightside was one of their first songs. That is one catchy debut song!

[@brettcooper3893]

Chas O.T.E that's actually very well documented in their lore. I think it was Ronni that had a cassette of the opening chords that he had worked on several years before even meeting Brandon and Brandon has a story how he listened to it in, I think it was maybe a Subaru he drove at the time, and being in love with it immediately.

[@benhopp479]

Almost correct. It was Dave (the guitarist) who had the cassette of the chords. Ronnie (the drummer, wouldn't join the band for another year after Brandon and Dave met). And it was Brandon's 1992 Geo Metro that he first played it not a Subaru.

[@shannonclark8313]

How ever when they first released the song it flopped massively then they re-released it a few years letter and now it’s one of the biggest and best most popular songs on the planet

[@c1audius]

Mr. Brightside has been in the UK top 100 for 15 years!!!

[@fromtheSon]

Claudio Starri oh my god you aren’t kidding... I just checked! That’s insane

[@aitanademichelli9068]

Honestly, I could listen to him all day. His voice is just... omg

[@SoniaGalucho]

Finally, I watch Brandon Flowers on the Sofa. I love this kind of stories and The Killers in America are so underrateds. Mr.Brightside is the biggest hits of all time and in 20 more years it will be a classic. Great job guys.

[@randallpetersen9164]

It's already a classic. Especially in the UK, where absolutely everyone between 15 and 50 knows all the lyrics by heart, and will happily scream them out on any occasion.

[@mistyhoy4319]

Hot Fuss is an incredibly great album through and through. What a way to debut.

[@randallpetersen9164]

To think that literally the first song they wrote and performed was Mr. Brightside, blows my mind.

[@rosianna]

Love this. Well done Brandon!

[@rosianna]

#findtrevor

[@originalcyn]

Rosianna Halse Rojas I thought about tweeting this at you but figured you'd be on top of it!

[@Jann-Aron]

Yup!

[@kirthalion4726]

@@rosianna He's my brother.

[@ellercops]

god damn it, he’s still so crush worthy

[@leeturner8023]

I think he’d make a good film star actually. I could imagine him in a lead role for a dystopian sci-fi movie.

[@Tonisuperfly]

Ahhh I love that they sang a Travis song at their first gig… Then when I saw Brandon on his first solo tour, he was touring with the Lead singer of Travis, Fran Healy. He is also a humble and lovely man, like Brandon (but with a Scottish accent and he’s hilarious). Such a fantastic double bill that I was incredibly lucky to see. Especially since I saw them in Denver… I’m from New Zealand and I started driving at 4am that morning from Moab and my car broke down in Gypsum, so had to be towed more than 100 miles over the snowy mountains to Denver. Nothing was going to stop me seeing that concert 😂 Btw the song by Travis, ‘side’ is brilliant song. I recommend checking it out if you haven’t. The circle only has one side… I feel that touring with Fran must have been a ‘full circle’ moment for Brandon. I hope that he finds Trevor and has another full circle moment.

[@5674inCincy]

Who thumbed this down? That's the most open I've ever seen Flowers on TV 👍🏻

[@pjellyjam101]

I've always been a fan of the killers but I've never realized how much of a sweetheart Brandon flowers was until now 😍😍

[@JulieB-qh6xx]

I love interviews with musicians, which are oddly rare on late night tv. Thank you. :)

[@bricefsvens5031]

Brandon flowers is the man. Super successful but extremely humble.

[@user-be5qg7mr1s]

he is so charming and honest

[@amymay3003]

Brandon's so relaxed!! This is a great interview with him. He's such a nice guy.

[@jillianquijano2361]

maaan, brandon is a class act. really passionate about music and amazing live too, oh and kudos to seth for making the interview super interesting

[@amytaylor6248]

If you think The Killers sound great just wait til you see them live 😍

[@josmond3504]

Just did and it was incredible in every way.

[@technicolor101]

This comment section is so wholesome. I love it & Brandon

[@Ayan44]

"The stars are blazing like rebel diamonds cut out of the sun" I mean what good lyrics!!!

[@dinabernal3076]

I disagree. I think he looked great with eyeliner :)

[@LSRandomHandle]

Yes! He was so pretty as Brandiva

[@aphrog649]

Joseph Smith just because it’s on a dude doesn’t change that it’s eyeliner, and that’s fine lol

[@Raysa1208]

He was so pretty in somebody told me. I miss the make up

[@annabell3385]

Lip gloss, too. He pulls it off.

[@ditakasthalisti9979]

agree. he is so awesome in many ways

[@Opine_Divine]

He's The Man!

[@Alejardim12]

It always amaze me, how I got a crush on Brandon since I was 10 years old, now I'm 24 and still thinks he's the bomb.

[@nathyatta]

I absolutely love these 'made it all themselves from scratch' stories. Very rare in popular music these days.

[@StarMintaka]

Such a good conversation! Brandon is so humble here

[@serinat2181]

What a legend! I grew up with the Killers and I'm now nearly 19! The Killers are my literal childhood and (they) hold so much nostalgia 😊💖

[@joeglo_]

I was like 3 or 4 when Hot Fuss came out, and my mom and aunts were ALWAYS playing it. My first musical memory I love that album with all my heart. Favorite album of all time

[@enneirda]

He’s got such a gentle voice, and I love it. 😍

[@steph895]

Brandon seems so wholesome. Just a genuine, kind & charming individual with an insane talent for songwriting and such a beautiful voice. As a Brit, I loved that he mentioned covering a Travis song at their first gig. He's right to say they channel the influence of those bands (like Oasis etc) & give it a Vegas shimmer.

[@temple13]

Love Travis...shocked to hear they covered "Side"

[@charlleedodson]

Glad to see he’s not shy! You could say he’s “coming out of [his] cage”

[@sophside9931]

Brandon is an incredibly talented singer and songwriter and completely underrated

[@erarrr8626]

How the Killers are not as revered in the US as they are in the rest of the world is beyond me.. The are headed for the hall of fame for sure

[@randallpetersen9164]

The Rock HOF is garbage now, so it wouldn't surprise me at all if The Killers are never inducted. Apparently they don't actually like rock anymore although it's in the f-ing name of the place.

[@titicaca82]

Brandon's voice is so soft like a musical instrument

[@adrianlloyd6403]

What a great self-effacing and self deprecating person Brandon Flowers is.So refreshing for someone to be as down to earth as he is.Great interview.

[@tAkEnForAFo0l]

Damm his smile!!

[@dallasgonzalez2533]

The killers are the best rock band in the last 20yrs!

[@Aceofspades737]

Dallas Gonzalez tycho and take impala are so up there aswell

[@thisiscait]

Well. One of them, sure.

[@dallasgonzalez2533]

Gabe McCoy sure no question, killers are my favorite 😁

[@kyleplatz6295]

I'd say MuteMath is right alongside them.

[@MrShahid0072]

Mufti Hossain The strokes and arcade fire does..

[@MeanMrsMustard1963]

i remember seeing the killers perform mr brightside for some mtv live show back in the day and falling in love with brandon flowers at like 7 years old. ive been a fan for all these years and loved his solo stuff what a guy.

[@reneesterhuizen1044]

He is so sweet and lovely!

[@IDiggPattyMayonnaise]

My mans got Benjamin Button syndrome. Gets younger every year.

[@brettcooper3893]

IDiggPattyMayonnaise he's got some gray coming in, when you look at close up photos taken recently, but it just shows how well he is going to continue to age. Hardest working Mormon boy in Rock and Roll!

[@felicityduran6547]

Brett Cooper yeah, makes me sad for some reason. But he really is aging great

[@rainbowruby8394]

No he's not. He's more chubby in the killers early years. Cute baby

[@PapillonOne]

@@rainbowruby8394 Yeah, that is why he looks so freaking hot now....not an ounce of fat on him and his rounder face has gone away.... now he is on a par with George Clooney!!

[@calvinzhobbes1977]

I think hes got a bit too thin in the last 5 years. Not that he looks bad. A lot of mens faces get a bit more cut/hardened and better looking with age--Robert Downey Jr is a good example.

[@faviolalozano7597]

I've been on a killers obsession the last few weeks never been a HUGE fan but enjoyed them but I have been a HUGE fan of the New York Dolls since I was 13 . So hearing him say he's a fan just filled my heart with joy. Surprisingly, I ended up in NV not too far from Las Vegas. 😊

[@arshiali5849]

Seth is genuinely such a good interviewer I love watching his show

[@SpruntForever]

So sincere and down to earth and man I connect to his music

[@rozbanks1020]

I always thought The Killers were an English band too, until I heard them speak. He was fantastic at Glastonbury recently with great reviews in all the main newspapers. I sure hope he comes back in 2020 Ble

[@kbarry1129]

Brandon rocked the guyliner 😍

[@Amy-hy6zn]

@Cynthia Erivo what are you on about?

[@rachb7129]

How can we love someone sooo much although we have never met them? Brandon lives in his own very special place in my heart 🥰

[@samanetha89]

He seems so sweet and humble! And hes such a great storyteller!!! (Swoon)

[@WinstonKing]

Years ago I randomly came across their song Read my Mind and Brandon particularly stuck with me from the video, love this guy.

[@liam00]

What a guy! Seen The Killers live twice and they didn't disappoint!

[@Straightshooterx71x]

Seen these live in Cardiff, Dublin,Swansea etc Amazing band that put on a real show for real people.

[@jobennett1604]

Just found The Killers during shelter in place. Caution performed from a bathroom. Amazing. This band has a great sound and, based on this interview, a pretty good story to go with it. Liking The Killers.

[@Frankie-jg3yp]

Jo Bennett I’m very happy for you :)

[@shelbysanders9747]

their battle born record and the wonderful wonderful album are my personal favorites. Also Be Still is a beautiful song. Honestly you can't go wrong with any of their stuff. And Brandon Flowers' solo album was great too.

[@cheesecakelasagna]

I love his way with words.

[@browneyedpoet7107]

This is one of my favorite bands. Have loved them from the start. What an awesome story.

[@annataleen]

Brandon Flowers seems so genuine.

[@SnowyTaco]

I really relate to that, meeting someone who's driven in arts and thinking they can do anything as Brandon was referring to Trevor. Sometimes it might not be about your dream but instead it's a chain reaction onto someone else. It's giving them a spark. Planting an idea in their mind and watching them take off with it.

[@nathandust]

I saw them live in Victoria, Australia and they completely blew my mind.

[@kmr15mhs]

One of the best songwriters around.

[@oscarnater7]

I didn't know this but I worked at a golf course in WA for a summer in like 2013 and listened to hot fuss from beginning to end almost every day! One of my favorite albums of all time.

[@concernedcitizen5053]

Travis, good Scottish band. I've always liked Brandon but with every interview he continues to grow on me. Such a nice guy, very honest, self deprecates a lot.

[@Npina8364]

I can hear him talk forever. ❤

[@eoinleen1]

This is a great interview. He is super relaxed...very different feel from most of the interviews.

[@kyloanddixiesadventures1358]

So underrated! One of the best singers in the world in my opinion 💖

[@adelinas.7335]

I’ve been a fan for ages! I’m so glad they’re getting the recognition they deserve even if it’s not here. I’m in love with their music. It gets me every time. And Brandon Flowers is as hot af!

[@yoroshiku137]

What a chill dude.

[@Pretendtobedeadstar]

His voice, sounds so soft when he talk and accccidently sound british

[@alejandraesquer155]

I love his mellow vibe. He is definitely different than your average rocker. Brings back memories of me in high school when Hot Fuss came out, dissecting every lyric and listening to it non stop.

[@npeliroja89]

I love this! The Killers are an awesome band & he is a killer front man.

[@leeyoungyoung9390]

Seeing Brandon flower my Heart beat....duk..❣️. Duk❣️..!!🌼💓💓💓 From India 28yr old Girl 🌼still loving him 2020

[@TheLerking]

This is my favorite band of all time

[@lorddarktelefax]

Don't shoot me Santa - was my introduction to The killers... And since then I have only gone deeper down the rabbit hole 😎

[@melgraner175]

What a good looking young man Brandon. Happy to hear you’re still going with your music!

[@leafbelly]

His solo stuff is great also. I may even like it better. "Clock on the Wall was Tickin'" is a masterpiece.

[@pat3743]

My favourite British band from the US🤪Love them👏🔥

[@errantedenod]

The first time I saw The Killers live was with Travis, at a Festival in Buenos Aires.

[@KarinaCastilloPurple]

that's awesome.

[@jamielawrence4749]

omg, he looks SO GOOD in eyeliner! He's nuts. :)

[@aslo726]

Jamie Lawrence He knows.. he knows 😂