Hot Fuss
by The Killers
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Jun 15, 2004
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 373 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 332 out of 373
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 373
  3. Negative: 22 out of 373

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  1. aledelf
    Jun 23, 2023
    8
    This is the best The Killers album, it gets very good parts of the Rock genre and mixes with great lyrics, of course it contain some mistakes, but the album is amazing and have tracks that are just awesome
  2. alvessue
    Dec 31, 2022
    10
    Este álbum é a essência do The Killers! Com músicas que funcionam até hoje.
  3. Veselin_K
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Hot Fuss Its a really good and well made pop rock album i have listen to it 6 times already and every New listen i see New thinks and im leaft with a good feeling and smile i really apricieit the album (im sorry If I rided something wrong english is my second launlig)
  4. RobeGuzman11
    Aug 13, 2021
    10
    Hot Fuss, el album debut de la banda, por lejos el mejor album que han hecho y el que mas expresa la esencia de la banda, de la epoca del indie rock, movido, emocionante y hasta conmovedor
  5. SherlockKiweez
    Sep 27, 2020
    10
    Every Song on this album has its own high value. Especially Mr.Brightside ( the best jealousy song ever written ), All these things that I have done and Jenny was a friend of mine. There is not a single song on this album that is not worth listening to. Highly recommended!
  6. SamSouza
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Incrível, perfeito para um primeiro álbum!
    Um álbum simplesmente incrível!
  7. brockcheese
    Aug 19, 2020
    7
    The Killers show off their talent in this debut by rafting some of the catchiest pop singles of the decade. Some of the songs are a bit slow and repetitive and Flowers’ voice is ear-splittingly bad.
  8. Carrick
    May 18, 2020
    6
    Most of the songs are pretty one-dimensional, and Flowers’s voice gets old pretty quick.
  9. JuanEngel_
    Apr 17, 2018
    10
    Easily one of the best albuns of the 00's. The way Brandon write about teenage and the mix of catchy and complex guitar lines of Dave make this album a masterpiece.
  10. BouchetSmith
    Feb 25, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first 8 tracks (include Glamorous Indie Rock & Roll, f*cking love that song) are absolutely epic. They all sound like hits. The last three tracks aren't as good. Still, this record is exquisitely produced, remarkably written for a first album, and drips with swagger, energy and emotion. It's one of those albums I love singing to at the top of my lungs, because all the songs are so catchy.… Expand
  11. Kidocosmic
    Feb 5, 2018
    10
    Hot Fuss is the essential album of the 2000's. it includes great instrumentation with gripping baselines. Powerful synths and emotional ballads. This album is the closest to perfection any album from the decade has gotten to.
  12. MacsMusic
    Jan 13, 2018
    8
    I don't listen to much Killers, but this album is incredible. Most of the songs are fast and full of energy, and that energy is amazing. I love the unique Killers style, and it is at it's strongest of this album. The music on this album is catch and awesome, and makes me me come back for more again and again. "Smile Like You Mean It", "On Top", "Jenny Was a Friend of Mine", and "SomebodyI don't listen to much Killers, but this album is incredible. Most of the songs are fast and full of energy, and that energy is amazing. I love the unique Killers style, and it is at it's strongest of this album. The music on this album is catch and awesome, and makes me me come back for more again and again. "Smile Like You Mean It", "On Top", "Jenny Was a Friend of Mine", and "Somebody Told Me" make me want to dance and sing along. The final song is an amazing, unique conclusion to a great album. The only area where Hot Fuss fails is the lyrics department. The music and vocals couldn't be better.… Expand
  13. Ricko
    Nov 1, 2017
    9
    One of my favourite albums of the 00's. Full of catchy Indie rock and roll and has some of the best rock singles of the last decade. Mr Brightside, although played to death, remains a classic. This whole album suffers from U2 syndrome - great songs but overplayed to the point where you almost are sick of the music. I'd love to hear this record for the first time again as it was amazing.One of my favourite albums of the 00's. Full of catchy Indie rock and roll and has some of the best rock singles of the last decade. Mr Brightside, although played to death, remains a classic. This whole album suffers from U2 syndrome - great songs but overplayed to the point where you almost are sick of the music. I'd love to hear this record for the first time again as it was amazing. Still if you revisit after a while away from it it's still got the freshness.… Expand
  14. SilentRumors
    Aug 8, 2017
    6
    Although I believe there are a lot of standout tracks to come out of this album, including my personal favorite ''Somebody Told Me'', I have a feeling that the album contains two parts. Part A which is a masterpiece, and Part B that starts at ''On Top'' which is really subpar. I didn't dislike the entire album, only part of it.
  15. bogmire
    Apr 28, 2017
    9
    A perfect example of how professional music reviews are absolute garbage and completely useless. Pop music is mostly shallow, repetitive dribble that has its few months of popularity and then fades, but this album has serious staying power. Not only that, it's analogous to the time period, its become a nostalgic collection of anthems. Is it groundbreaking? No, but its a great album thatA perfect example of how professional music reviews are absolute garbage and completely useless. Pop music is mostly shallow, repetitive dribble that has its few months of popularity and then fades, but this album has serious staying power. Not only that, it's analogous to the time period, its become a nostalgic collection of anthems. Is it groundbreaking? No, but its a great album that has stood the test of time. While Critics praised whatever flavor of the month fluff and were lukewarm on this, when people decades from now look at music from the early 2000's, this will be one of the landmark albums. Go to a bar with live music, when they play the Killers, everyone sings along, this was the album of a generation.… Expand
  16. Szeety
    Apr 2, 2017
    3
    I really enjoy their hit songs like Mr. Brightside, but frankly, the rest of the album is quite disappointing and not as musical and catchy as i wished it was.
  17. jameshawer
    Aug 26, 2016
    2
    The Killers are a pale and lurid copy of everything good that came out of the early '00s. They try to go for the Interpol/Strokes/Arctic Monkeys sound and fall flat on their faces. The songs are boring and all sound the same, including Mr Brightside, which is not only the most overplayed trash I've ever heard, but also has nothing exciting or likeable about it. This is an album of a bandThe Killers are a pale and lurid copy of everything good that came out of the early '00s. They try to go for the Interpol/Strokes/Arctic Monkeys sound and fall flat on their faces. The songs are boring and all sound the same, including Mr Brightside, which is not only the most overplayed trash I've ever heard, but also has nothing exciting or likeable about it. This is an album of a band that is scared of originality and lacks any kind of talent.… Expand
  18. colen
    Feb 4, 2016
    6
    Interesting use of synths to support the guitar leads and bass lines but production that at times does not do some the sound any justice. opens very strong with catchy grooves but the second half simply does not deliver. would of been perfect as an EP of 5 or 6 tracks
  19. KingdomHeart
    Dec 15, 2013
    10
    A classic indie rock album, ''Smile Like You Mean It'' and ''Jenny Was a Friend of Mine'' are the highlights of the album and we can't fail to highlight the gay passion by Brandon in ''Andy You're Star''.
  20. le_one
    Jun 4, 2013
    10
    This is epic. It has the fan favorite "Jenny Was a Friend of Mine", the worldwide hits "Mr. Brightside" and "Somebody Told Me" and the classic "All These Things That I've Done". Also, one of my favorites "Smile Like You Mean It", the final single from Hot Fuss. "On Top" is a delicious synth-rock trip. "Change Your Mind", another one of my favorites, shows their capacity of creating greatThis is epic. It has the fan favorite "Jenny Was a Friend of Mine", the worldwide hits "Mr. Brightside" and "Somebody Told Me" and the classic "All These Things That I've Done". Also, one of my favorites "Smile Like You Mean It", the final single from Hot Fuss. "On Top" is a delicious synth-rock trip. "Change Your Mind", another one of my favorites, shows their capacity of creating great rock and roll ballads with epic synthesizers. Plus "Midnight Show" has its unique strength and dark ambience. This album is a must-have for people with good taste in music.… Expand
  21. moonman1994
    Dec 15, 2012
    9
    Just a great album! It's definitely my favorite Killers album. It has great songs that are great to listen to over and over again. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
  22. Zepdecept
    Dec 11, 2012
    10
    This is the best album I've ever listened too. All the songs are great, can't pick a favorite! The Killers have a lot of talent! 'Midnight Show' is for sure the most underrated song on the album!
  23. axelkoch
    Sep 25, 2012
    8
    Nice debut from a great band. Features some of their best songs and, of course, Brandon Flower's great voice! And also the great musicians by his side, who made one really cool LP here. Sometimes it's lyrically a bit plain, but I can easily connive at that.
  24. MichaelMcKitt
    Jun 29, 2012
    7
    The Killers' first instalment was a breakthrough for them, undoubtedly. It catapulted them into the spotlight, aided, of course, by their critically acclaimed hit Mr. Brightside. The four singles released (Tracks 2-5) were highlights of an otherwise dull album. The album has far more misses than hits, with forgettable tracks such as 'Glamorous Indie, Rock & Roll', 'On Top' and 'Believe MeThe Killers' first instalment was a breakthrough for them, undoubtedly. It catapulted them into the spotlight, aided, of course, by their critically acclaimed hit Mr. Brightside. The four singles released (Tracks 2-5) were highlights of an otherwise dull album. The album has far more misses than hits, with forgettable tracks such as 'Glamorous Indie, Rock & Roll', 'On Top' and 'Believe Me Natalie'. However, when it hits the highlights, it truly hits the highlights. Tracks like 'Smile Like You Mean It', 'All These Things That I've Done' and 'Midnight Show' truly are the pillars of the album. The lyrics feel too mainstream, and a tad immature when compared to The Killers' future releases. A respectable album non-the-less, however definitely not their best.… Expand
  25. Tranquilbez22
    Jun 17, 2012
    10
    Possibly one of my all time favourite albums. The Killers to excellent songs and this album is full of them. From the upbeat tempo of "Somebody Told Me" to the Gospel/Southern Rock sounding "All These Things that I've Done" and the Legendary song that is "Mr Brightside". Other Tracks like "Smile Like You Mean it","On Top"," Andy Your a Star" and "Everything Will Be Alright". This album isPossibly one of my all time favourite albums. The Killers to excellent songs and this album is full of them. From the upbeat tempo of "Somebody Told Me" to the Gospel/Southern Rock sounding "All These Things that I've Done" and the Legendary song that is "Mr Brightside". Other Tracks like "Smile Like You Mean it","On Top"," Andy Your a Star" and "Everything Will Be Alright". This album is essential to anyone who is into Alternative stuff especially songs like this. This album holds a personal place in my heart.… Expand
  26. Palp
    May 26, 2012
    8
    I really enjoyed this album, and I think it is the group's second best, behind Day and Age. The majority of the songs on this album can pass as singles, and I really like the amount of energy that this album gives off. It is a very catchy and mostly very upbeat record that anyone can enjoy.
  27. Vampire25
    Jan 25, 2012
    8
    Hot Fuss really doesn't sound like any other album I've ever heard. And that's what I love about it. It sets itself apart from most other indie albums. The Killers make stylish indie rock music that not many other bands can pull off as well as they did in Hot Fuss. Each track sounds significant and catchy. Not a single weak track. But the album mostly shines in the first half of it. "JennyHot Fuss really doesn't sound like any other album I've ever heard. And that's what I love about it. It sets itself apart from most other indie albums. The Killers make stylish indie rock music that not many other bands can pull off as well as they did in Hot Fuss. Each track sounds significant and catchy. Not a single weak track. But the album mostly shines in the first half of it. "Jenny Was A Friend Of Mine" starts out the album perfectly with it's fast guitars, funky bass, and catchy chorus. Easily the best track on the album but every other song stands on it's own. Great debut album. B+… Expand
  28. j30
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    A near flawless pop rock album. From the opening bass line of Jenny Was a Friend of Mine you're under the Killers spell and you have no choice, but to dance your ass off.
  29. JawsPapi87
    Oct 19, 2011
    10
    One of the best albums of the 00's. It is 11 perfect tracks with a completely different style than the horrors of that decade. There are some truly stellar tracks including "Jenny Was A Friend of Mine" and call me crazy but I think that's one of the greatest songs of all time
  30. RelaxingKyle
    Sep 2, 2011
    8
    This album is good. I don't feel like going into details. The sole purpose of this review is to point out how The Killers are in no way a Strokes copy. This album came out in 2004. By 2004, The Strokes had release two albums, Is This It (their masterpiece) and Room On Fire. I will admit that there are some similarities between The Killers and any Strokes album post First Impressions Of TheThis album is good. I don't feel like going into details. The sole purpose of this review is to point out how The Killers are in no way a Strokes copy. This album came out in 2004. By 2004, The Strokes had release two albums, Is This It (their masterpiece) and Room On Fire. I will admit that there are some similarities between The Killers and any Strokes album post First Impressions Of The Earth (meaning that and Angles). However, The Killers and The Strokes from this era really are two entirely different things. First of all, The Strokes received endless praise for Is This It because it was extremely raw and catchy. It was deliberately rough around the edges, sounding like they didn't give a **** about a big studio sound, which is unlike their newer work. The Killers, mainly this album, give off a much more grand and clean cut sound. There is a whole lot of synth used in many of the songs on this album, and it all sounds big and clean, much unlike The Strokes. Now anyone who says that this album is a Strokes rip-off can go **** themselves. Either way, Is This It is much better than this. This is better than most of The Strokes other work though.… Expand
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66

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. The A.V. Club
    60
    Most of Hot Fuss slides by without creating much of a stir, but it's got too many memorable moments to be written off.
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  2. Blender
    80
    They're not the first--or even the fifteenth--recent band to draw on that era [of the 1980s], but they're among the most assured. [#27, p.138]
  3. PopMatters
    50
    What's most shocking about Hot Fuss, though, is how, after five sensational songs, the rest of the album completely implodes, as the other six tracks get weighed down by too much production, a lack of memorable hooks, and some inexplicable musical touches that may have sounded clever in the studio, but wind up sounding disastrous on the CD.
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