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Brandon Flowers career doubts and solo album release

Overview

In early August 2026, Flowers told The Times he was “really going through it” and doubted how much longer he could continue performing, citing the toll of touring and recurring illness. While promoting his third solo album, *Thrasher*, slated for release on 21 August, he described its country‑and‑western sound as reminiscent of his father's music. A follow‑up interview on 4 August added that he will support the album with a North American fall tour beginning 1 September in Phoenix and concluding in early October in Las Vegas. He also mentioned his family in Utah—wife Tana Mundkowsky and their three sons—and cited Mick Jagger as an example of an artist who continues to perform for the emotional power of live concerts.

During this period, Flowers also expressed frustration with fame and aggressive fan behavior, noting that these pressures contributed to his contemplation of quitting music. He reflected on his $53 million retreat in Park City, Utah, and compared his life to his father’s more modest existence.

On 26 August, Flowers released *Thrasher*, his first solo album in over a decade. Recorded at RCA Studio A in Nashville and produced by Shawn Everett and Jonathan Rado, the project features Nashville musicians such as David Rawlings, Bruce Bouton, and Charlie McCoy. The album marks a stylistic shift toward country and Americana, blending new wave and post-punk with the sounds of Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings. Lyrically, the record focuses on personal storytelling regarding small-town life and family dynamics. The release includes the single ‘Tiger’s Blood’ and a live video for the opening track, ‘Does It Ever Cross Your Mind?’.

Entities

Brandon Flowers · The Killers · Jonathan Rado · Nashville · Shawn Everett

Timeline

  1. 23 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Brandon Flowers releases first solo album in over a decade

    The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers has released ‘THRASHER’, his first solo album in over ten years, recorded in Nashville with legendary session musicians.

  2. 28 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Brandon Flowers releases first solo album in a decade

    The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers has released ‘Thrasher’, his first solo album in over ten years, featuring a deep dive into country and Americana influences recorded in Nashville.

  3. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Brandon Flowers questions his future as he prepares solo album 'Thrasher

    Brandon Flowers of The Killers says he’s contemplating stepping back from music as he readies his third solo album ‘Thrasher’, due Aug 21, 2026.

  4. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Brandon Flowers Considers Leaving Music Amid Personal Reflections

    The Killers' Brandon Flowers says he may quit music, citing personal doubts, a comparison to his father's life, and inspiration from Mick Jagger, while also highlighting his $53 million Park City home.

Sources

al.com · ampthemag.com · communitynews.com.au · comunidadeculturaearte.com · earone.it · excelsior.com.mx · horariosfestivais.com · mLive.com · okmusicplay.com · radioz.pe · realitytea.com · urbansplatter.com · wzielonej.pl

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