The Killers Are Poised for "Runaways" Success

The proud tradition of songs outlining the exodus of young lovers pursuing a better life continues with this brash bomb blast off of "Battle Born" a CD sure to be among the fall's more hotly anticipated releases. Brandon Flowers assumes his position as one of rock's more arresting storytellers. Images of newly gained marital bliss become tangled with his betrothed's quest to escape modern life's prison. This enterprise gleams with America's freedom-loving ideals, particularly Brandon's conclusion that we the people are all runaways. Ronnie Vannucci, Jr. drums with a rebellious bent that lends itself well to Brandon's tale. As for Dave Keuning his deftly woven guitar licks forge an undaunted backbone. "Runaways" is full of the multi-hued dynamism The Killers has become known for during its ten years and change existence. The Las Vegas band has rolled boxcars with this sparkling saga. The "Born To Run" era Bruce Springsteen would have approved.