Battle Born cover

Battle Born

The Killers · 2012

51 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Epic anthems and introspective ballads intertwine, showcasing a matured sound rooted in alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • epic anthems for group sing-alongs
  • introspective ballads for quiet evenings
  • consistent flow through full listen

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Battle Born' was released in 2012, The Killers were solidifying their status as rock mainstays after their previous album, 'Day & Age' (2008). This marked their fourth studio album and came after a hiatus during which lead singer Brandon Flowers pursued a solo project. The album reflects the band's evolution, blending their signature sound with new thematic and musical explorations.
Stylistic neighbors
Franz Ferdinand· The Strokes· Arctic Monkeys

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Flesh and Bone 4:01
  • 2 Runaways 4:06
  • 3 The Way It Was 3:54
  • 4 Here With Me 4:54
  • 5 A Matter of Time 4:13
  • 6 Deadlines and Commitments 4:24
  • 7 Miss Atomic Bomb 4:54
  • 8 The Rising Tide 4:20
  • 9 Heart of a Girl 4:36
  • 10 From Here On Out 2:30
  • 11 Be Still 4:35
  • 12 Battle Born 5:13

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