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Sawdust

The Killers · 2007

75 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock

A curated collection of The Killers' vibrant rock anthems and atmospheric ballads reflecting their early 2000s sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • atmospheric ballads for reflection
  • sing-along anthems for gatherings
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • curated collection of vibrant tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 9, 2007, 'Sawdust' is a compilation album that follows The Killers’ successful second studio album, 'Sam's Town'. At this stage in their career, the band was consolidating its position as a leading force in alternative rock after achieving major commercial success with hits like 'Mr. Brightside'. This album includes B-sides and remixes, showcasing the band's diverse sound during a pivotal moment of their career.
Stylistic neighbors
Franz Ferdinand· The Strokes· Arctic Monkeys

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tranquilize 3:45
  • 2 Shadowplay 4:07
  • 3 All the Pretty Faces 4:45
  • 4 Leave the Bourbon on the Shelf 3:38
  • 5 Sweet Talk 4:18
  • 6 Under the Gun 2:33
  • 7 Where the White Boys Dance 3:26
  • 8 Show You How 2:46
  • 9 Move Away 3:49
  • 10 Glamorous Indie Rock and Roll 4:16
  • 11 Who Let You Go? 3:42
  • 12 The Ballad of Michael Valentine 3:50
  • 13 Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to Town 3:05
  • 14 Daddy’s Eyes 4:14
  • 15 Sam’s Town (Abbey Road version) 3:45
  • 16 Romeo and Juliet 5:27
  • 17 Change Your Mind 3:12
  • 18 Mr. Brightside (Jacques Lu Cont’s Thin White Duke remix) 10:39

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