From Mr. Brightside to Wonderful Wonderful, the duality of Brandon Flowers

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  • Brandon Flowers, of The Killers, sits down to talk about the real story behind Mr. Brightside and what happens when a song doesn't belong to you anymore.
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  • @TheOtherBoobJustDropped
    @TheOtherBoobJustDropped 6 ปีที่แล้ว +307

    If you want to test your abilities as an interviewer, interview Brandon Flowers. He’s got a lot to say but it takes a lot to get it out of him.

    • @baramcg4503
      @baramcg4503 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      XD

    • @danielmunoz7421
      @danielmunoz7421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I think a car battery and some alligator clips will be good enough

  • @siddeeee
    @siddeeee 6 ปีที่แล้ว +644

    If I could pick any frontman to study it'd be Brandon Flowers. He's an extremely layered, conflicted, unsure individual. He seems to never think he's done good enough and never satisfied when he's done extremely well. He never quits and his ambition is incredible. He wants to continue upward and hasn't fallen victim to drugs or alcohol. He's a spiritual man which is rare in rock and roll and is committed to his family. But yet there's something beneath the surface that's always questioning.... But yeah anyway good interview haha

    • @maximedeguire785
      @maximedeguire785 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I couldn't have said better. You somehow described him perfectly!

    • @Sidesaddlequeen
      @Sidesaddlequeen 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Awhile ago I was asked who I would love to interview if I could interview anyone... I'd choose Brandon Flowers.
      My sister asked why him... I roughly said what you wrote so eloquently. Thank you for this beautiful summary. :)

    • @nathanaelstewart8619
      @nathanaelstewart8619 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      dawg, you know he was an alcoholic

    • @siddeeee
      @siddeeee 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Nathanael Stewart he overcame it though, thus not falling victim

    • @SvobodovaEva
      @SvobodovaEva 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Nathanael Stewart i though mormons can't drink

  • @samansiddiquie1902
    @samansiddiquie1902 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    You don't have to be a jerk to be manly. You can be soft spoken, generous and humble and still be super masculine

  • @michellemongevelazquez6449
    @michellemongevelazquez6449 6 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    I fell in love with him. So calm, humble... Seems a lovely person. Doesn´t seem like a celebrity...

  • @shaunmulhern5282
    @shaunmulhern5282 6 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    WHO'S THE MAN? BRANDON FLOWERS IS THE MAN

  • @megawilcox100
    @megawilcox100 6 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    this is crazy that this is the guy that rocks the stage with a shiny rhinestone suit

    • @thomasduray9163
      @thomasduray9163 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Best frontman of the last 20 years

  • @lily-xj3hv
    @lily-xj3hv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    he has such a soft and calm voice and his general aura is so soft and gentle

  • @Xaychedelic
    @Xaychedelic 6 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    I love this interview. I'm not watching 'Brandon Flowers' from The Killers here. I'm watching Brandon as a person who just plays music for a living and has a family. It's very refreshing to watch this interview.

    • @trishraniszewska6392
      @trishraniszewska6392 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah I feel the same way. He's totally down to 🌎 earth !

    • @andrecarcausto2740
      @andrecarcausto2740 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Xayide exactly

    • @DLeeDukeJr
      @DLeeDukeJr ปีที่แล้ว

      100%

    • @cristi3702
      @cristi3702 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@DLeeDukeJr 😢
      S

    • @ermertieplug
      @ermertieplug 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah so interesting that I fell asleep

  • @lovelee193
    @lovelee193 6 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    Such an intriguing and talented man. Oh, and very handsome.

    • @rher1636
      @rher1636 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      He honestly looks rough lol

    • @snoozyq9576
      @snoozyq9576 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@rher1636 nah he's a babe 😍

  • @Tidebeckons07
    @Tidebeckons07 6 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    I appreciate him opening up about his insecurity and how he feels the need to have peoples approval. I can really relate.

    • @ermertieplug
      @ermertieplug 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wow you can relate to being a famous rock band singer. What band are you in?

  • @ld8956
    @ld8956 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    “…the country (USA), just to be completely honest, doesn’t change from president to president that much. The perception of the country changes a lot” -Brandon Flowers *PURE TRUTH*

  • @holi6253
    @holi6253 6 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    His smile is amazing and this is a really good interview

    • @pgloi
      @pgloi 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      And u r squirting all over

  • @lucybrb
    @lucybrb 6 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    You can tell that he cares, and it shows in his songs. There is a lot of heart in his music

  • @adelaide3409
    @adelaide3409 5 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    The amount of love and understanding he has for his wife is inspiring

    • @ermertieplug
      @ermertieplug 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I wonder when they'll get divorced?

  • @2ml458
    @2ml458 6 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    So much love for Brandon Flowers. I hope he never stops making music. ❤

  • @Ali-fl5mb
    @Ali-fl5mb 6 ปีที่แล้ว +134

    Nice interview, I wasn't expecting him to be such a laid back guy

    • @BLTKellys
      @BLTKellys 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You think he's laid back? I think he seems SO uncomfortable and defensive.

    • @leilasaleh6653
      @leilasaleh6653 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@BLTKellys How is he being defensive?

  • @sylviajb5762
    @sylviajb5762 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Brandon seems to be such a warm, friendly guy with the loveliest smile and looks very boyish... and cute!

  • @toddm2916
    @toddm2916 6 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    What a great interview and honestly a great interviewer. He was very respectful.

  • @aiyannamanuel7823
    @aiyannamanuel7823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Brandon's the actual best. So kind, humble, and understanding.

  • @mrspilling1183
    @mrspilling1183 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Really like this interviewer, he did a great job! There is something "magical" about Brandon. He is authentically himself, a special edition, an original. All the stars he aspired to be, are taken, we don't need another Liam Gallagher etc... I feel, you can be inspired by other artists, but we need people like Brandon, who add a fresh twist to stars from the past, not direct copies. Also, his wife & kids seem so adorable, so glad he chose to put them first xx

    • @ermertieplug
      @ermertieplug 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Jian Ghomeshi was better

  • @bananasister9253
    @bananasister9253 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    omg i want a man like this. cares about his family. this is the ultimate rockstar and i completely admire his values in life.

    • @KyleeWebb-fw5qw
      @KyleeWebb-fw5qw 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      a man who’s always grabbing his crotch,,,EW

  • @parisblues2422
    @parisblues2422 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    This is honestly my favorite interview I´ve ever watched.
    I´ve loved The Killers for so many years and I just grow to love them more an more

    • @QwithTomPower
      @QwithTomPower  5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Why thank you so much! It was really nice to see Brandon open up to Tom. Thank you for watching!

    • @DLeeDukeJr
      @DLeeDukeJr ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed

    • @ermertieplug
      @ermertieplug 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not me. I feel about the same.

  • @Brandonhatesmayo
    @Brandonhatesmayo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Brandon is such a genuine and lovely person.

  • @cdurbin1675
    @cdurbin1675 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love that he chose his family over the glamour of stardom. Gotta love that. Respect!!!

  • @Crystalcloudzz
    @Crystalcloudzz 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    His voice is so soft, he’s so pure and adorable, PROTECT THIS MAN AR ALL COSTS
    1:21 that’s hot

  • @ryanphel
    @ryanphel 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    What an amazing interview!! Best I have ever seen. He allows Brandon to be Brandon!!

  • @azul4390
    @azul4390 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    What a great interview. I can never get tired of listening to Brandon's insights. He says he struggles with articulating his words but you would never know. I love the eloquent phrases he comes up with. And that smile, Brandon, it disarms me every time - after 12 years you still make my heart flutter with simple gestures!

    • @ermertieplug
      @ermertieplug 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah he's so insightful. He knows everything. He should be president of the world.

  • @bittermaxx
    @bittermaxx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This is an underrated interview.. Brilliant

    • @QwithTomPower
      @QwithTomPower  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You're awesome! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @Who_am_i54321
    @Who_am_i54321 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love hearing Brandon say he struggled with being the people he used to put on his wall, because i looked over and saw him on my wall with Bowie and Floyd

  • @animeart1703
    @animeart1703 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You can tell he’s so grateful for the life he has , he has nothing to prove, he is amazing to be able to keep coming up with truly amazing songs , he really puts meaning into them & when he sings them wow

  • @ainsliemarg7071
    @ainsliemarg7071 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Nominating Brandon Flowers as president 2020

  • @wihlshlwlok
    @wihlshlwlok 6 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    What a great interview! I love how quite and reserved his speaking voice is here and they covered even those early years when he was struggling some substance abuse. I always love that you can tell how much he loves his wife and kids whenever he talks about them. I also could listen to him talk about music for hours and not get bored. Can't wait to them in February and see him on stage, hear his incredible singing voice and hopefully more that famous smile!

  • @ihr6
    @ihr6 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    21:22 yesss READ MY MIND! Love that this is a very in-depth interview. Also why is Brandon such a sweet person I can't handle it

    • @gabriellesearles7084
      @gabriellesearles7084 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      At every concert I've been to...Read my mind just gets me so excited! My fav

  • @AB-gb8gv
    @AB-gb8gv 6 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    he is such a sweetheart:) Love him so much ♡

  • @miszzmaya2326
    @miszzmaya2326 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love his voice, so calm and soft ❤️

  • @abrolovesyall6920
    @abrolovesyall6920 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As a normal citizen and getting up going to work and having to pick a song to drive to work to or to anything that you were about to do I think I struggle in my head as to how the music influences me in that moment and it influences me on how I make decisions. If that makes sense. So having someone like Brandon flowers make music and be who he is is very very comforting knowing that there is these higher class people who have the same morals as you. So Brandon flowers thank you for being that person. You have something that all those rockstars were missing and that’s love for your family. I think in the long run that outweighs all of them. It’s definitely an eternal Glory

  • @gnfnr75
    @gnfnr75 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    You have nothing to prove Brandon flowers! Love every single song you have ever done... loved you in Manchester on 14/11/17....particularly love the lyrics to RUT! And OUT OF MY MIND! You will always be mr bright Side! Love love love you 😍😘❤️🎹🎼🎤🤗

  • @Rizahawkstang
    @Rizahawkstang 6 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    That was such a lovely interview. It might be the best interview with Brandon Flowers I've ever seen. Thank you.

  • @mossandsea
    @mossandsea 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What a fantastic interview. The interviewer brought his own mind and thoughts, with respect. And he really did a fantastic job guiding the interview, diving deeper, and allowing Brandon the room to open. Brandon's open heart is beautiful. I wish the best for him and his family.

  • @mars112v
    @mars112v 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Best frontman ever

  • @missoli
    @missoli 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    He’s the man ❤️❤️❤️

  • @Youlikeadream
    @Youlikeadream 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Excellent human being.

  • @Yankelina
    @Yankelina 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a brilliant interviewer! Respectful, well prepared, attentive. Great questions, which followed great answers!

  • @GeorgeVreelandHill
    @GeorgeVreelandHill ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love Brandon. His albums are masterpieces, and his songs are deep. Not many singers have touched people's lives like his amazing voice has.

  • @RidingBones
    @RidingBones 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    To whoever wrote the title of this video, you should have an interview with Brandon Flowers about non-duality, and ask him what that is. I would love that interview.

  • @mikefronk9579
    @mikefronk9579 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Damn, I gotta say, this is one great interviewer. Good job, I enjoyed the entire thing!

  • @michellerenee5290
    @michellerenee5290 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This is a GREAT interview. Brandon is amazing as always, but the interviewer is really good... asks good questions and is genuine.

  • @lucasmella2221
    @lucasmella2221 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is the best interview i've seen with Brandon Flowers. Really Great

  • @kate.2769
    @kate.2769 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Here for all the love for Brandon and this wonderful interviewer. Thanks for letting our guy be himself. 💕

  • @rachelwhite7225
    @rachelwhite7225 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a bloody good interview. If that guy hadnt seen them in concert before he certainly did his research and kept BF keen to talk. Best I've seen for a while 😊

  • @JimBrown70
    @JimBrown70 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dustland Fairytale is such an amazing song. I can't hear it enough.

  • @charleyh7263
    @charleyh7263 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Brilliant interview. It's great to see the contrast between Brandon on stage and this intriguing, more humble Brandon.

  • @user-mi4pj6um1k
    @user-mi4pj6um1k 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    HELLO BRANDON FROM KAZAKHSTAN. YOUR SONGS JUST AMAZING. I LOVE INDIE ROCK.

  • @TheFormActually
    @TheFormActually 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    One of my favorite, if not the favorite singer in the world. I love The Killers and I love his solo albums ! Read My Mind is my favorite song as well :0

  • @Kjed4ever
    @Kjed4ever 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This genuinely has to be one of de best interviews of an artist I've personally ever watched. Loved it 👏👌

  • @howtoeataham
    @howtoeataham 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a chill guy, he’s made some of the best music of all time

  • @RJMc819
    @RJMc819 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You don't need to "reconcile all the different influences", Brandon. You and the band have been doing a brilliant job of that since day one. Keep up the amazing work!

  • @DLeeDukeJr
    @DLeeDukeJr ปีที่แล้ว +1

    such an incredible interview. thank you, both. thank you so much for capturing this

  • @isaidLux
    @isaidLux 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for this interview! I loved it. It's so pleasant to see him having a nice and long conversation.

  • @andrewsmylie2205
    @andrewsmylie2205 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This interview is amazing. I haven't even finished it yet, but I'm loving it. Great insight that I've not seen from him before.

  • @laurenwilliams8811
    @laurenwilliams8811 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a great interview! Such respectful and interesting questions.

  • @sheanorman5753
    @sheanorman5753 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such a great interview. It's nice to see Flowers open up as a person and an artist.

  • @YuliPortillo
    @YuliPortillo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great, great, great interview.

  • @derrikferguson3219
    @derrikferguson3219 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “Just feel the room...”
    I love Can You Read My Mind.

  • @jonnyfive5000
    @jonnyfive5000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great interview. Didnt knoe Brandon went through those kinds of things. Im glad he gets to still do it and glad the way the music industry is now makes it a little easier for him. Best wishes fornyou andnyour family Brandon. Your family will be with you through thick and thin and closer to you. If you invest in those relationships the benefits definitely outweigh any fame.

  • @lucilenedotoli
    @lucilenedotoli 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful interview ! thanks!

  • @MrStrobe91
    @MrStrobe91 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant!

  • @hazyeyedhello
    @hazyeyedhello 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was a great interview, thank you for this! Awesome questions

  • @anetamarkowska7011
    @anetamarkowska7011 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can't wait to se them again in june

  • @MiTmite9
    @MiTmite9 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I save it for the stage. Thank you, Brandon.

  • @Kevin-jl1rx
    @Kevin-jl1rx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great interview

  • @jackhenry290
    @jackhenry290 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a ROCKSTAR. Such a fascinating dude

  • @mia-zf4ls
    @mia-zf4ls 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve never seen him so open in an interview, I love it!

  • @cnsummers4086
    @cnsummers4086 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent interview

  • @FoxyCookiee
    @FoxyCookiee 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great interview! I never knew about when he wrote Mr. Brightside. Brandon Flowers is truly one of the best artist out there!

  • @kennymcevoy5558
    @kennymcevoy5558 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just seen em in bolton awesome !!!!

  • @kyloanddixiesadventures1358
    @kyloanddixiesadventures1358 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That cute giggle 😍😄💋

  • @k0walsk
    @k0walsk 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful interview!

  • @izzycremins7052
    @izzycremins7052 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love him so much he is so soft and genuine and cute aghhhh

  • @martred993
    @martred993 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic interview. Gonna have to dig into the others you've done.

  • @pandoramoore3794
    @pandoramoore3794 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hes so lovely

  • @Onafee1849
    @Onafee1849 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    wow, that's a very well researched and executed interview that has its deep and intense as well as light and entertaining parts! :)

  • @redstain1
    @redstain1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great interview.

  • @ShipsKat
    @ShipsKat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not comparing music at all, but listening to him, he sounds like he shares the values of Jon Bon Jovi, Springsteen etc. He knows he's got a voice, he knows he himself has flaws, but just wants the world, starting with the USA to be a fairer place. A place where hard work & honesty IS enough for you to get by. Where being born in the wrong neighborhood, or the wrong ethnicity, holds you back at every juncture; until there's no more road to stay on.
    In short, he wants parity & honesty(@systemic levels)!
    He's quite an enigma. Seems like a gentle soul, who's fierce, when it matters.
    Loving seeing him.

  • @LASkB
    @LASkB 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Seeing them in Vegas in Feb. Really hoping all 4 members will be performing there.

    • @tomfergie1012
      @tomfergie1012 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm from the UK and I've seen them twice in the last 6 months, once with all 4 and then once with just Brandon and Ronnie. Believe me when I say you've got a lot to look forwards to! I'm only 17 but so far, the two days I saw them have been two of the best and most memorable days of my life. Hope you both have a great time Steve Beswick and STAYGOLDENMEL :)

    • @hannahdaley1974
      @hannahdaley1974 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      tomfergie101 r u going to see their upcoming shows in Swansea or Bolton? Im so hoping to get tickets !

    • @tomfergie1012
      @tomfergie1012 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hannah Daley no unfortunately not. would love to see them again though :(

  • @bernie9516
    @bernie9516 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Man ❤️

  • @Thatsaragirl95
    @Thatsaragirl95 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love him

  • @haevan92
    @haevan92 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    seems like a cool guy- really love his backup vocals on Alex Cameron's "Politics of Love"

  • @leslieruizgarcia7767
    @leslieruizgarcia7767 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Que buena entrevistaa

  • @jameslehnerd7611
    @jameslehnerd7611 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    When I hear him speak, I do not think he is a genius. He doesn't sound like a psychic, or a madman, or a magician. He sounds honest, like someone who is doing the best he can with what he has to work with, and that is the best any person could do.

  • @ghostofrhys
    @ghostofrhys 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    im so glad he likes read my mind so much (as you can probably tell i do too)

  • @RCCinematic
    @RCCinematic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Being in a band myself, I've idolized this man and his band. My goal was to play on a stage that he has performed on. Sept 21 2018 is when my dream becomes reality. Cant wait!

    • @QwithTomPower
      @QwithTomPower  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congratulations! That's gonna be a huge moment! Hope you take some pictures or send some video!

    • @mrspilling1183
      @mrspilling1183 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope you enjoyed your gig on the same stage as "The Killers". I only discovered how amazing they are, at this years Glastonbury! #liveyourbestlife

  • @susanann4171
    @susanann4171 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Oh Brandon is such a lovely guy.....he always looks too young to be a daddy lol!

  • @eddy4470
    @eddy4470 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great interviewer

  • @geneinpennsylvania
    @geneinpennsylvania 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love your soul Brandon PEACE

    • @QwithTomPower
      @QwithTomPower  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOVE your comment! Thanks so much for watching!

  • @animeart1703
    @animeart1703 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favorite song is here with me then crossfire then can’t deny my love 😍

  • @underneaththeneonlights2758
    @underneaththeneonlights2758 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great interview! ⚡️

  • @lexingtonconcord8751
    @lexingtonconcord8751 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Top notch interview, from both guys.

  • @andreluizgarcia5835
    @andreluizgarcia5835 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    best person then i ever had seem

  • @dannydoritonoir9659
    @dannydoritonoir9659 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hes so cute aw