Brandon Flowers, the charismatic frontman of The Killers, has officially announced a headline tour across the UK and Ireland, set to take place this autumn. This tour is particularly exciting for fans as it coincides with the release of his highly anticipated third solo album, Thrasher, which is scheduled to drop on 21st August 2026 via Island Records.
The UK leg of the tour will feature a special performance at the iconic Royal Albert Hall in London on 15th October. This date marks a significant return for Flowers, as it will be his first full performance at the venue since The Killers’ legendary shows there in 2009, which were immortalized in the live album Live From The Royal Albert Hall.
Fans can expect an exhilarating setlist that will include tracks from Thrasher, along with hits from Flowers’ previous solo albums, Flamingo and The Desired Effect, as well as beloved songs from The Killers’ extensive catalogue. The tour promises to deliver a mix of new material and classic favorites, creating a memorable experience for attendees.
Tickets for the UK and Ireland shows will go on general sale on Friday, 3rd July at 10 AM BST. However, fans who pre-order the album will have access to a pre-sale starting on Wednesday, 1st July at 10 AM BST.
The full list of UK and Ireland tour dates is as follows:
- Weds 14th October – Bournemouth, O2 Academy
- Thurs 15th October – London, Royal Albert Hall
- Sat 17th October – Bristol, Beacon
- Sun 18th October – Nottingham, Rock City
- Tues 20th October – Manchester, O2 Apollo
- Weds 21st October – York, Barbican
- Fri 23rd October – Glasgow, O2 Academy
- Sat 24th October – Birmingham, O2 Academy
- Tues 27th October – Dublin, Olympia
The album Thrasher has been recorded in Nashville at the historic RCA Studio A with the help of producers Shawn Everett and Jonathan Rado. It features contributions from some of Nashville’s most renowned musicians, including David Rawlings and Bruce Bouton. The album is expected to showcase Flowers’ most personal and vulnerable songwriting to date, drawing inspiration from his upbringing in Nephi, Utah.
As an added bonus, the first single from the album, titled “Plans,” is set to be released this Friday, 26th June, giving fans a taste of what to expect from the new record.
This tour and album release marks an exciting new chapter for Brandon Flowers, and it’s sure to be a highlight in the music calendar for 2026. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for more updates and to secure their tickets as soon as they go on sale.
