Dave Keuning’s uncanny ability to craft huge songs like Mr. Brightside from simple melodies is at the heart of the Killers’ blockbuster sound – here’s how you can use his rhythm approach and hook-filled lead style

Dave Kuening plays an Ebony Gibson ES-335 live onstage with the Killers, and is flanked by frontman Brandon Flowers in a pink blazer.

The Killers have become one of the most successful bands of the 21st century. They were formed in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2001 by lead vocalist Brandon Flowers and guitarist Dave Keuning, and after a few short-stay bass players and drummers, settled on bassist Mark Stoermer and Ronnie Vannucci Jr. on drums.

While there have been replacements on tour for both Keuning and Stoermer, this lineup has featured on all The Killers albums and powers most of the group’s tours.