The Desired Effect
Brandon Flowers · 2015
39 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and indie rock that channels nostalgic yet modern sonic landscapes.
Why this album works
'The Desired Effect' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 and received generally positive reviews from critics, highlighting its polished production and lyrical depth. The album's lead single, 'Can’t Deny My Love,' gained significant airplay and helped solidify Flowers' reputation as a solo artist beyond his work with The Killers.
- Career context
- Released on May 15, 2015, 'The Desired Effect' is Brandon Flowers' second solo album, following his debut 'Flamingo' in 2010. At this point, Flowers was already well-known as the frontman of The Killers, and this album marked his return to solo work after a five-year hiatus, showcasing his artistic evolution in sound and production.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blur· Sufjan Stevens· The Kooks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dreams Come True 4:04
- 2 Can’t Deny My Love Standout 3:42
- 3 I Can Change Standout 4:19
- 4 Still Want You 3:11
- 5 Between Me and You 4:39
- 6 Lonely Town Standout 3:31
- 7 Diggin’ Up the Heart 3:50
- 8 Never Get You Right 3:44
- 9 Untangled Love 4:11
- 10 The Way It’s Always Been 3:57
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