Mr. Brightside is just one of those songs that is downright difficult to get out of your head. I can vaguely remember the first time I came across this iconic piece, but I definitely remember it being played back again and again in my memory for the next few weeks. I wasn't exactly complaining about it either.

That being said, I don't know many people that dislike the song (or the band for that matter), showing just how far the music of The Killers have reached. From London to Mexico City, many share the same sentiment that The Killers are a very special kind of band, and we are lucky to be able to hear them in their prime.

On a more newsworthy note, Christmas is just around the bend and the Killers have just announced the release of a new Christmas album, Don't Waste Your Wishes. The compilation will include 10 of the band's previous Christmas singles and one new track titled, I'll Be Home For Christmas. It is available for digital download on iTunes now, and will be released as a 'stocking-stuffer' soon.

For those that are still waiting for the new Christmas compilation, I can't think of a better way to pass the time than through listening to killer tracks by none other than the Killers. Here are 11 of some of my favorite songs by the iconic band:

1. Be Still

Hands down, one of the most emotional songs to come out of the Killers' discography is Be Still. The range shown in this song is nothing short of tremendous, as it exemplifies some of Brandon Flowers' greatest vocal work. This song has the message of an anthem song, but the emotional bite of an ballad, making this one of the heavy hitters on the album.

2. When You Were Young

For many others, Mr. Brightside was not their first introduction to the band. For others, it was this song that opened them up to the world of the Killers. Right off the bat, I must say the instrumentation of this piece is loud and it is not sorry for it in the slightest, and it makes the song that much better. Every instrument used in this song is blaring out, shaking the listeners to the bone. This song reminds me of an elder person, overlooking a small town in which they spent so much of their time just trying to live.

3. Spaceman

My first concert was the Killers, and to this day remains as one of the best performances I have ever seen. I remember when this very song was played. For those in the crowd, this song meant pure euphoria as they jumped around and sang along to its catchy chorus. It was impossible not to. Everything about this song just screams positivity as it lays a comforting hand on your shoulder.

4. I Can't Stay

This is my happy song. I am aware that the lyrics would prove to have more of a bitter sweet tone, but to each their own right? The mix of percussion instruments and catchy bass are the highlight of the song as it gives off a kind of tropical vibe.

5. All These Things That I've Done

What could be better than a church choir chorus? Absolutely nothing. This song about the imperfections of human beings seems pretty close to perfect. The piano/organ intro leads beautifully into a drum beat and guitar riff that really sets the tone for this song. It feels like a parade or a march of extremely proud people. Onlookers will judge, but the marchers won't let it slow them down.

6. Bling (Confessions of a King)

I've always admired bands that could take on the voice of a character. Definitely one of the best songs off the album, Bling offers just that. The instrumentation is reminiscent of the previous song listed in that it remains steady through most of the song, and builds up to a big finale where the band gives the song their all. For me, the song tells the story of a wealthy man in conflict with higher beings, and thus rendering all of his worldly possessions as worthless.

7. This River is Wild

This song is definitely underrated among the works of the Killers. It brings a larger than life feel to the table that I always adore in songs, as the large vocal range compliment the guitar and synth work for this song quite nicely. The song also includes several build ups with great payoffs, making this an emotional roller coaster worth riding.

8. Runaways

While we are on the subject of larger than life sounds, I would like to take a moment to praise the Album, Battle Born, from which this song can be found. There is a certain punch in the gut feeling to most of the songs on this album that can be attested to the Killers ability to play loud and in your face with magical harmonies and chilling melodies. This song is a pretty damn good representation of the feel for Battle Born.

9. Carry Me Home

One thing the Killers are able to do nicely is incorporate feelings of nostalgia within a lot of their songs. Interviews from the duration of their career have shown that the band makes it a priority to remember their roots; where they grew up. That feeling rubs off on the listener with songs like Carry Me Home that use language powerful enough to make you long for home, even if you're already there.

10. A Dustland Fairytale

The Killers' devotion to their upbringing can be seen through references to the American West. Its their signature flavor that makes songs like this one feel truly unique. I've heard many people say that this song is 'straight up magic'. I tend not to argue with that description of this exploding ballad.

11. Mr. Brightside

Fans of the Killers would be inconsolably upset if I elected to leave this masterpiece off of the list, and had I not been writing this, I would probably react in the same manner. This song is what started it all. It reeled in our attention and made us eager to hear more from a band that loves to deliver that feeling of free falling in our stomachs. No doubt they will continue to do so for years to come.