The Killers
- The band was formed in Las Vegas in 2001
- It consists of Brandon Flowers (vocals, keyboards), Dave Keuning (guitar, backing vocals), Mark Stoermer (bass guitar, backing vocals) and Ronnie Vannvcci Jr. (drums, percussion). There has been no band member swapping since their formation.
- The Killers have been categorised as being an Alternative Rock band.
- Target Audience: 11 - 25years
- Their labels include Island, Vertigo and Marrakesh Records (now Lizard King Records)
- Their debut album, 'Hot Fuss' (2004) brought the band mainstream success
- Following albums include 'Sam's Town' (2006), Compilation album: 'Sawdust' (2007) and finally their most recent album, Day & Age (2008) - these fairly recent releases show that The Killers are planning on standing amongst the industry's spotlight for as long as they can. - Strategy
- Following albums include 'Sam's Town' (2006), Compilation album: 'Sawdust' (2007) and finally their most recent album, Day & Age (2008) - these fairly recent releases show that The Killers are planning on standing amongst the industry's spotlight for as long as they can. - Strategy
The Fray
- The Fray was formed by schoolmates in 2002
- The band consists of Isaac Slade, Joe King, Ben Wysocki and Dave Welsh
- Furthermore, they have been also been labeled as an Alternative Rock band (as well as Pop Rock and Piano Rock)
- I believe their target audience also ranges from around 11-25 years old.
- They were inspired by several bands like Counting Cows, Better Than Ezra, Radiohead and U2.
- The band achieved mainstream success with the release of their debut album, How to Save a Life in 2005, which was certified double platinum by the RIAA and platinum in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.
- The band consists of Isaac Slade, Joe King, Ben Wysocki and Dave Welsh
- Furthermore, they have been also been labeled as an Alternative Rock band (as well as Pop Rock and Piano Rock)
- I believe their target audience also ranges from around 11-25 years old.
- They were inspired by several bands like Counting Cows, Better Than Ezra, Radiohead and U2.
- The band achieved mainstream success with the release of their debut album, How to Save a Life in 2005, which was certified double platinum by the RIAA and platinum in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.
- Furthermore, The Fray achieved national success with their first single, "Over My Head (Cable Car)", which became a top ten hit in the United States.
- Their success did not end there: the release of their second single, "How to Save a Life", brought the band worldwide fame. (The song charted in the top three of the Billboard Hot 100 and was a top 5 single in Countries such as Australia, Canada, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom).
- Their success did not end there: the release of their second single, "How to Save a Life", brought the band worldwide fame. (The song charted in the top three of the Billboard Hot 100 and was a top 5 single in Countries such as Australia, Canada, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom).
If you would like to listen to one of their songs, Click the Link Below:
(Analysis of the Genre of Music Video to be added in the near future)
The All American Rejects
- The All-American Rejects are an American Band that were formed when they were still in High School in 1999.
- They have been categorised as being an Alternative Rock Band.
- Since their debut, they have sold over 10 million albums worldwide!
- Target audience: 15-25 years old (Side Note: Most of their songs contain humorous content).
If you would like to listen to one of their songs, Click the Link Below:
'Swing, Swing' Music Video (The All-American Rejects Album)
(Analysis of the Genre of Music Video to be added in the near future)
Coldplay
- Coldplay were formed in London in 1997.
- Coldplay were formed in London in 1997.- Chris Martian (Lead Singer and front man) and Jonny Buckland (Lead Guitarist) formed a band called Pectoralz. Guy Berryman (Bassist) joined and they changed their name to starfish.
- Drummer, Will champion also joined. In 1998 they changed their name again to Coldplay.
- In 2000, their single ‘Yellow’ found them success and fame around the world. This was followed by another success; their debut album, ‘Parachutes’ was nominated for the Mercury Prize.
- They are regarded as Alternative Rock or Post Britpop.
- I believe that their music, enjoyable for a very wide target audience, is mainly targeted at Mid- teenagers (15 -20 years old).
- At the start of their career, they were influenced by bands like Radio Head, Travis and U2.
- They are involved in multiple charitable schemes (amnesty international) and played many concerts such as Live 8, Hope for Haiti and Teenage Cancer Trust.
- Since their debut single, 'Yellow', Coldplay have sold over 50 million records.
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