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Brandon Flowers

This article is about the musician. For the American football player, seeBrandon Flowers (American football).

Brandon Richard Flowers(born June 21, 1981) is an American musician. He serves as the co-founder, lead vocalist, primary songwriter, keyboardist, and occasional bassist of theLas Vegas-based rock bandthe Killers,which he formed withDave Keuningin 2001.

Brandon Flowers
Flowers performing in 2023
Flowers performing in 2023
Background information
Birth nameBrandon Richard Flowers
Born(1981-06-21)June 21, 1981(age 43)
Henderson, Nevada,U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • musician
  • philanthropist
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • keyboards
  • bass
  • guitar
Years active2001–present
Labels
Member ofThe Killers
Spouse
Tana Mundkowsky
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(m.2005)​
Websitebrandonflowersmusic.com

In addition to his work with the Killers, Flowers has released two solo albums,Flamingo(2010) andThe Desired Effect(2015). He has reached number one on theUK Albums Chartten times,[10][11]and on theBillboard200once (top ten, eight times),[12]including work with the Killers.

Early life

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Brandon Richard Flowers, the youngest of six children, was born on June 21, 1981, in theLas Vegassuburb ofHenderson, Nevada,to Jean Yvonne (née Barlow; 1945–2010)[13]and Terry Austin Flowers.[14]He has an older brother and four older sisters.[14]His parents met as teenagers, and he wrote the song "A Dustland Fairytale"as a tribute to their marriage and lifelong romance.[15]His grandmother was fromLithuania,[16]and his cousin isCraig Barlow,an inductee to the Las Vegas Golf Hall of Fame.[17]

Flowers's family lived in Henderson until Flowers was eight, when they moved toPayson, Utah,for two years before moving toNephi, Utah,when he was in the sixth grade.[18]Flowers lived in Nephi until his junior year atJuab High School,when in 1997, at 16, he moved back to Las Vegas to live with his aunt.[19]He graduated fromChaparral High Schoolin 1999.[20]

Flowers said that growing up in Las Vegas as a member ofthe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints(LDS Church) helped prepare him for the world of rock and roll: "Really, being a Mormon in Las Vegas prepared me for the lion's den. It is Sin City. The things that go on, the lights, it's the ultimate rock and roll stage. Without Las Vegas, I would be a wreck."[21]

Career

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The Killers (2001–present)

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Main article:The Killers
Brandon Flowers singing for the Killers Day & Age World Tour
Flowers onstage atBST Hyde Parkin 2017

Flowers responded to an ad thatDave Keuninghad placed in theLas Vegas Weeklyin late 2001, whereupon they became the Killers. After several short-lived bassists and drummers, Flowers and Keuning were joined by bassistMark Stoermerand drummerRonnie Vannucci,and the line-up became official in August 2002.[22]Between 2003 and 2017, they released five consecutive chart-topping studio albums and have sold over 22 million records worldwide.[23][24]The Killers are among thoseartists who have spent more than 1,000 weeks on the UK music chartsduring their career. Flowers wrote the lyrics to the single "All These Things That I've Done"that numbered among the" 100 Greatest Songs of All Time "byThe Daily Telegraphand earned one of the band's sevenGrammynominations.[25]He is also the author of the lyrics of "Mr. Brightside,"which is the third biggest selling/streaming song of all time in the United Kingdom and also holdsthe record for most weeks spenton the UK Singles Chart, at over 408 weeks.[26]Their second albumSam's Town,paid homage to Flowers' hometown and family, and earned the band their firstBRIT Awards(Best International Album and Group), and included the chart-topping single "When You Were Young".[27]Before releasing their firstBillboard200 No.1 albumWonderful Wonderful(2017) and chart topping single "The Man",the band took a one-year hiatus during which Flowers released his second and most favorably reviewed solo album to that date.

On July 4, 2010, the Killers headlined the "Salute to the Military"USOConcert at theWhite House.They performed "God Bless America"and favorites from their catalogue.[28]On June 22, 2013, the Killers headlined the 90,000-capacityWembley Stadium,their biggest solo show to date.[29][30]

Solo career (2010–present)

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Flamingo(2010–11)

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Flowers on theFlamingo Road Tourin 2010

Flowers debuted his solo act at the Shimmer Showroom in Las Vegas on August 15, 2010.[31]Spinnamed it one of the "15 Best Shows of the Summer"[32]before listing theFlamingo Road Touras one of the "25 Best Fall Tours" / "Must-See Fall Tours".[33]

Flowers' debut solo album,Flamingo,was released worldwide and charted in the top ten albums in ten countries including the UK where it charted at number one.[34][35]The album drew heavy influence from Flowers' hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada, and earned Flowers aQ Awardnomination for Best Male Artist (2010). The first single fromFlamingo,"Crossfire",was released on June 21. It became Flowers' first top ten single in the UK as a solo artist and was certified silver by theBPI.The video for "Crossfire" featured actressCharlize Theronand was nominated for Best Video at theNME Awards.Flamingowas Flowers' fourth consecutive studio album to reach no. 1 on the UK charts, including work by the Killers, who subsequently earned another two consecutive UK No. 1's.[36]

The Desired Effect(2015)

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Flowers withChrissie HyndeonThe Desired Effect Tourin 2015

After some of the band members wanted "to take a break from touring and the rat race," Flowers decided to keep it going and record a second solo album.[37]The Desired Effectwas released on May 15, 2015. The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, making it Flowers' second consecutive solo number one album.[38]Flowers stated that the album was "definitely going to be different" from his last album, and he referred to producerAriel Rechtshaid(Vampire Weekend,Haim,Taylor Swift) as his "co-captain".[39][40]The album featured performances by artists includingBruce Hornsby,Tony Levin(Peter Gabriel),Joey Waronker(Beck),Carlos Alomar(David Bowie), andKenny Aronoff(John Mellencamp).[41]The Desired Effectis Flowers' highest yet ranked album onMetacritic[42][43]and honored as the Album of the Year (2015) byThe San Francisco Examiner.[44][45]Reviews positively described the album as Flowers' finest work sinceHot Fuss.[46][47][48][49]The album was preceded by positively reviewed singles "Can't Deny My Love","Still Want You","Lonely Town",and"I Can Change".[50][51][52][53]Multiple tracks from the album were listed on Best Songs of 2015 So Far lists by publications including SPIN, NPR, and Mashable. Halfway through 2015,USA Todaylisted the album as one of the top five best albums of 2015 so far.[54]

The Desired Effect Tourincluded performances in Europe and North America; it ran through October 1, 2015.[55][56][57]MTVrated Flowers' tour stop at London's Brixton Academy five stars.[58]Flowers performed for PresidentBarack Obamain 2015 at the National Clean Energy Summit.[59]Flowers also performed at theRoyal Variety Performance(2015) atRoyal Albert Hallfor members of theBritish Royal Family.[60][61]

Flowers was one of two favorite artists asked to perform "Be Still" and "Home Means Nevada" at the funeral of former U.S. Senate Majority LeaderHarry Reidon January 8, 2022.[62]As of December 2023, Brandon Flowers is working on a new solo album.[63]

Collaborations

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In addition to his work with the Killers, Flowers has collaborated withAlex Cameron,[64]Avicii,[65]New Order,[66]andRobbie Williams.[67]

In 2023, he performed alongsideElton Johnat theGlastonbury Festivalwearing a red suit, black shoes with a pale blue shirt.[68]

Personal life

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Flowers in 2011

Flowers married Tana Mundkowsky in 2005 and lives inLas Vegas, Nevada,andPark City, Utah.[69]He wrote the song "Some Kind of Love"for his wife who suffers fromPTSD.[70]He and his wife have three sons, born in 2007, 2009, and 2011.[71][72][73]Their sons attended their first Killers concert in July 2017, at London's Hyde Park.[74]

Flowers is a member ofthe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.In 2012, he discussed his religion on Scandinavian television showSkavlan,where he debatedRichard Dawkinson the subject.[75]He and his family are featured in a promotional video on the church's website.[76][77]

His portrait was painted by British artistJoe Simpsonfor his "Musician Portraits" series that was exhibited at theRoyal Albert Hallin 2012.[78]

Philanthropy

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From 2006 to 2016, the Killers released annual Christmas-themed singles and videos in aid of the charityProduct Red,supportingThe Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.[79]The singles later formed the charity compilation albumDon't Waste Your Wishes(2016).[80]Sir Elton Johnlisted Flowers as one of his top five heroes while editingThe Independent'sWorld Aids Dayspecial edition.[81][82]The Killers have also contributed songs for cover albums with proceeds going to charities supporting natural disaster relief (Rhythms del Mundo Classics) and famine-stricken areas (AHK-toong BAY-bi Covered).[83][84]The Killers co-organized a benefit concert in December 2017 for those affected by the2017 Las Vegas shooting,raising more than $700,000.[85][86]

Artistry

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Influences

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Flowers has listedBruce Springsteen,Oingo Boingo,Duran Duran,Pet Shop Boys,the Smiths,the Cars,andDepeche Modeamong his musical influences.[87][88]

Musical style and vocals

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Flowers is regarded as a prominentfrontmanof thenew wave revivalin the 2000s.[89][90]As a solo artist, Flowers first exhibited elements ofheartland rockas well as new-wave-style alternative rock. On his second album, Flowers exhibited greater pop tendencies, promptingRolling Stoneto dubThe Desired Effect"the best straight-up pop album made by a rock star in recent memory."[91]Flowers is atenor.[92][93][94][95]

U2's lead singerBonopraised Flowers' voice toThe Globe and Mailin 2015, saying "We need him on the radio.... His voice!"[96]

Discography

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Main article:Brandon Flowers discography
See also:The Killers discography

The Killers

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Solo

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Tours

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Awards and nominations

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Main article:List of awards and nominations received by Brandon Flowers
See also:List of awards and nominations received by the Killers

Brandon Flowers has been awarded theQ Idol Award[97]and appeared on multiple greatest-frontman-of-all-time lists published by various outlets.

The Killers have been nominated for sevenGRAMMY Awards,eightBRIT Awards,and twoWorld Music Awards.

See also

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