Fans of The Killers should start praying that the pop-rock band’s hiatus doesn’t last much longer. Otherwise, their lead singer, Brandon Flowers, might make another solo album. Instead of holding fans over until the Killers’ next release, Flowers’ Vegas-themed debut, “Flamingo,” makes us miss his band and all of its synthesized glory. A lot.

The only song that was worth playing on repeat was “Crossfire,” reminiscent of the sweeping anthems of “Sam’s Town.” The delicate guest vocals of Jenny Lewis (of Rilo Kiley) barely save the song “Hard Enough.” “Jilted Lovers & Broken Hearts” has a Mr. Brightside-esque punch to it, but even that isn’t enough to redeem the album.

On the whole, the album is bland and lacking, both in melody and lyrics. While it does have The Killers’ melodramatic flair, it’s missing the catchiness that keeps people listening. Packaged with unimaginative guitar and piano arrangements, Flowers’ lyrics about devils, angels, Vegas and lost loves squander any power they could have had

for fans of: The Killers, Bright Eyes, Wolf Parade, The Temper Trap

tracks to download: “Crossfire,” “Hard Enough”