Brandon Flowers, Frontman of the Killers, on Family, Faith, and Becoming a Thrasher

If you’ve been following the Art of Manliness for a while, you know that I typically interview the authors of books on this podcast. But, if you’ve been following the Art of Manliness for a while, you’ll know why I had to make an exception for today’s guest. Brandon Flowers is my very favorite musical artist. He is the frontman for the multi-platinum-record-earning band The Killers and has also put out three solo albums. I recently had the chance to talk to Brandon backstage before one of his shows in Las Vegas. My wife Kate, as well as a couple of friends, were also on hand, and you’ll hear me allude to them a couple times during the interview. Brandon and I had a great conversation. We discuss his third and latest solo album, Thrasher and why he went country-western on it, what his dad taught him about what makes a good man, what he’s currently reading (hint: it involves the author of my all-time favorite novel), his top five favorite country songs, the influence of faith in his life and music, what’s on his mind in midlife, and how he balances work and family. Resources Related to the Podcast Thrasher on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube Flamingo on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube Pressure Machine on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube Imploding the Mirage on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube Winesburg, Ohio by Sherwood Anderson The Pastures of Heaven by John Steinbeck AoM Podcast #824: Lonesome Dove and Life’s Journey Through Uncertainty AoM Podcast #1,104: Ecclesiastes on Enjoying Our Weirdly Unsatisfying Lives Mama Baskets at Costco Come Follow Me LDS scripture study program “My Lord, What a Morning” Take the Simple Test That Can Predict Your Mortality Brandon’s favorite country songs: “Don’t Close Your Eyes” by Keith Whitley “The Winner” by Kris Kristofferson “Silver Stallion” by The Highwaymen “A Lot of Things Different” by John Conlee “What I’d Give” by Ian Noe Connect With Brandon Flowers Brandon’s Website Brandon on Instagram Brandon on YouTube Brandon on Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.