Photo Credit: David Adler

After kicking off a world tour in Europe after their release of their new album “Day & Age”, the Las Vegas quartet, The Killers, set their sights on the stages of the US.

The tension of the forty-five minute wait between the opening bands, New York Dolls and Nervous Wreckords, and the Killers seemed unbearable. Suddenly, the lights disappeared except one glimmering blue ray that was seen through the smoke and mist. With the rising screams of the raging fans and the wail of a siren, the Killers burst into their climactic and danceable opener, “Human”. The energy from the stage increased with each new beat, but the real power came from the audience chanting and responding eagerly to the theatrics. The neon flashing lights, fake palm trees and replicas of Vegas casinos distinguished the Killers from other synth-pop bands. The mixed-up set list included songs from all of their albums and three covers, the infamous “Shadowplay” [from the dark gothic band, “Joy Division”] “Please Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” (a Nina Simone/Animals cover) and finally “Can’t Help Falling in Love” (yes, an Elvis cover). 
Though originally dismissed as a poppy girl band, the Killers appeal to ages and audiences across the world.

The fans, exerting a flow of constant screaming, embrace the intriguing devices with which the band entertains. The Killers are talented entertainers and have no problem keeping the crowd enthused. Whether you are a devoted fan or a first-time listener, the Killers can guarantee rollercoaster-ride of ethereal lights and keyboard effects at their best. I look forward to seeing them again.