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The Killers’ hit ‘Mr Brightside’ continues to break records and reaches 520 weeks in the UK Chart

More than 20 years since its release, this song remains the indie rock anthem that just won’t go away...

Euronews · Sep 3

Brandon Flowers says that every major label passed on Mr Brightside: "They would say, ‘When did you record this song again? What producer did you bring in?’ And it's like, ‘No, that's the same song. It's exactly the same recording that you heard before'”

Brandon Flowers says that every major label initially said no to Mr Brightside

MusicRadar · Aug 19

The hill I will die on: You should be legally obliged to play Mr Brightside at your wedding

Any marriage that starts without the Killers’ biggest hit is guaranteed to end in divorce, says freelance features writer Amelia Tait

The Guardian - UK · Aug 4

“Mr. Brightside” Hits So Different In College Football 26

If you were looking for a fight song to play at sporting events, “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers probably wouldn’t be among the top candidates. Though the upbeat, anthemic track served as the Las Vegas-based quartet’s breakout debut single in 2004, it’s a pretty depressing song. I could write a…

Operation Sports · Jul 7, 2025

How Bills fans made Mr. Brightside a new, awesome tradition at their stadium

Here's where that tradition came from.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 19, 2025

Josh Allen Said His Goal For Bills-Ravens Showdown Centers Around Legendary Rock Song

This Bills QB hopes to hear this song on Sunday.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 16, 2025

The Truth About Netflix and Sports Isn’t Good for Sports Fans

Netflix’s presentation of the NFL on Christmas Day can be a disaster and there’s nothing fans can do.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 18, 2024

“Heart pulled it off. But that’s Heart. If anyone else tries this celestial epic, well, they’ll think your stairway doesn’t reach all the way to heaven…” 10 songs you should never cover (or at least think twice before trying)

“Good evening, Long Island! Are we havin’ a good time? All right. Now we’re gonna do a song by the Killers. This is Mr. Brightside!” Not tonight, Satan…

Guitar World · Aug 5, 2024

"Stars in every sense of the word." The Killers bring glitz, glam and wall-to-wall big-hitters as they sign off their Las Vegas-style residency in London

The Killers prove why they'll never not be at the top of their game as they sign off their six-day London occupancy of the O2 Arena in style

Louder · Jul 12, 2024

New NBA TV Deal Will Have Fans Scrambling to Find Games Every Night

You will soon be able to watch a lot of NBA games—if you can find them.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 11, 2024