The Killers Shine at Concert in the Coliseum

The band's high-energy performance wowed the crowd at the WM Phoenix Open event.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 1:47pm

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The Killers delivered an impressive set at the Concert in the Coliseum, part of the WM Phoenix Open festivities. Despite the event's focus on other activities like eating, drinking, and socializing, the band's energetic performance, which included hits like "Mr. Brightside" and "When You Were Young," as well as a cover of Fleetwood Mac's "Go Your Own Way," captivated the audience and showcased why they remain a marquee act two decades after the release of their debut album "Hot Fuss".

Why it matters

The Concert in the Coliseum is a highly anticipated event that kicks off the WM Phoenix Open, one of the biggest golf tournaments in the world. The Killers' performance at this event highlights their continued popularity and status as a top-tier live act, even as the event itself is known for its party atmosphere and focus on activities beyond the music.

The details

The Killers took the stage a little after 8 p.m., with frontman Brandon Flowers introducing the band by saying, "I'm Brandon Flowers, and I'll be your host for this evening." The band opened their set with the generational hit "Mr. Brightside," much to the delight of the crowd. They then proceeded to perform a tight, hit-filled set that included songs like "Human" and "Somebody Told Me." The unexpected highlight of the evening was the band's cover of Fleetwood Mac's "Go Your Own Way," a tribute to Phoenix native Stevie Nicks and all "fellow desert rats." The Killers ended their set with the fan-favorite "When You Were Young" as a drone show displayed their logo overhead.

  • The Killers took the stage a little after 8 p.m.

The players

Brandon Flowers

The lead singer of The Killers, who introduced the band and served as the "host" for the evening's performance.

Tyler Hubbard

The former Florida-Georgia Line singer who served as the opening act for The Killers at the Concert in the Coliseum.

Stevie Nicks

The Fleetwood Mac singer, who is a Phoenix native, and was honored by The Killers' cover of the band's song "Go Your Own Way".

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What they’re saying

“I'm Brandon Flowers, and I'll be your host for this evening.”

— Brandon Flowers, Lead singer of The Killers

“I know this one!”

— Unidentified attendee

The takeaway

The Killers' high-energy performance at the Concert in the Coliseum proved why they remain a marquee act two decades after their debut, even as the event itself is known for its party atmosphere and focus on activities beyond the music. The band's ability to captivate the crowd with hits like "Mr. Brightside" and their tribute to Stevie Nicks and "fellow desert rats" showcased their enduring appeal and status as one of the top live acts in the industry.