First, there was the announcement that The Killers would headline the Grand Final pre-show entertainment show. Then came the news that they would do a free gig after the game at the 'G. And just when we thought the Las Vegas rockers couldn't bring the people of Melbourne any more indie rock joy, they hit up Howler in Brunswick last night for a secret show.
Last night, The Killers descended on Brunswick for a pre-Grand Final warm-up show, much to the delight of 400 fans who had won tickets through a Triple M competition, plus those who had closely followed rumours online.
If you missed out, then the next best thing is living vicariously through the lucky fans who were there:
On September 29th, but 14 years ago, ‘Mr. Brightside’ was released in UK 🇬🇧❤️ #TheKillers
— The Killers Fans (@t_hekillersfans) September 29, 2017
[🎥 The Howler: Linda on Instagram] pic.twitter.com/HPGe30OFCa
The Killers at The Howler, Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 #TheKillers
— The Killers Fans (@t_hekillersfans) September 29, 2017
[📸: Rob Loud] pic.twitter.com/QAKqiWfUMp
As you'd expect, the intimate gig pretty much made the lives of the chosen 400.
Life has peaked. Just saw @thekillers live at Howler in front of 300 people.
— Benita Kolovos (@benitakolovos) September 29, 2017
Craving the chance to see 'Mr Brightside' played live? After smashing their set at the Grand Final earlier today (seriously, check out some of the footage on social media – they even played a cover of Midnight Oil's 'Forgotten Years'), they'll be playing a free gig at the MCG after the Grand Final. Entry will be free from 6pm. Alternatively, book tickets when they go on sale next week for their Melbourne arena show in May.