Volume II: Sam's Town
Chapter Two: I Look A Little Bit Colder

Brandon’s keyboard sat atop the coffee table, it’s owner playing with it’s keys.
A…. F#.… E…. G….

“Oh, God no,” Brandon cursed from his spot on the floor. Ronnie, who was on the couch, chuckled.

A…. F#…. E…. C#

Brandon beamed, taking a sip from a wine glass. He leaned to his ( Read more... )

Volume II: Sam's Town
Chapter One:  I've Got This Sentimental Heart

Dave awoke on the small couch and stretched with a groan. He rubbed his eyes and squinted at the clock on the wall. It was only seven-fifteen in the morning and his two bandmates seemed to still be asleep. The guitarist decided to just go back to sleep and catch a few more hours ( Read more... )

Volume I: Hot Fuss
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It was then and there-standing in a dark hotel hallway at four A.M.-when Ronnie Vannucci realized he had it bad for Brandon Flowers.
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Originally posted on Wattpad under the username thesunisgone.

Chapter One: Stupid on the Streets of London

Chapter Two: I've Been Waiting for Love

Chapter Three: I Believe In You and ( Read more... )

Volume I: Hot Fuss
Chapter Seven: If You Can Keep a Secret, I Can Keep a Secret

The next day brought the beginning of the final leg of the tour and the start of the biggest secret Ronnie or Brandon would ever have to keep. When Ronnie woke up that morning Brandon wasn't next to him like he usually was. Confused, he got dressed and hurried to ( Read more... )

Volume I: Hot Fuss

Chapter Seven: If You Can Keep a Secret, I Can Keep a Secret

If Brandon's plan was going to work he had to get Ronnie out of the picture for the day-it was a surprise, after all. So, after breakfast, the singer thought of a small lie ("I'm going to the store to get a new pack of cigarettes. Do you want anything?") and found ( Read more... )

Volume I: Hot Fuss
Chapter Six: Then You Took Me By Surprise

Ronnie peered outside and once he decided it was safe he led Brandon into the hall. Before going back into the ballroom, the singer dried his wet neck with the sleeve of his pristine, white suit.

“I need another drink,” he said, pushing open one of the double doors. Ronnie grimaced, but ( Read more... )

Volume I: Hot Fuss
Chapter Six: Then You Took Me By Surprise

After opening for Morrissey twice, starting their first headline tour, and being invited to play at festivals across the world, The Killers had become a name recognized everywhere. They were so successful that they greeted 2005 with an appearance at the Grammy’s. Brandon didn't feel ( Read more... )

Volume I: Hot Fuss
Chapter Five: I'm Dreaming About Those Dreamy Eyes

Brandon did end up getting that tour bus. After opening for British Sea Power for months and releasing their debut album, Hot Fuss, the band had earned that luxury. The singer had also mostly gotten over his stage fright thanks to playing so many shows in such a short amount ( Read more... )

Volume I: Hot Fuss
Chapter Four: You Gotta Help Me Out

Brandon stirred in his sleep in the morning; still too early for him to get up. The clock on the nightstand read as five thirty-four, so he snuggled deeper into the warmth of his bed. It was then when the singer realized that his bed had never been that warm before. Brandon peered into the ( Read more... )

Volume I: Hot Fuss
Chapter Three: I Believe In You and Me

By the end of their week in London, The Killers were tired. After playing shows for six days straight, the four were glad to get home to Las Vegas. Even though Brandon loved London (and hated planes) he was glad to be heading for the airport. The singer may not of been very nervous about ( Read more... )