The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers will release his debut solo album in September, it's been announced.

'Flamingo' is due out on September 6 – a week earlier than the US – and will be preceded by the single 'Crossfire' on August 23.

The album was produced by Stuart Price, Daniel Lanois and Brendan O'Brien, and includes songs originally intended for The Killers' next album.

Songs titles on the album include: 'Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas', 'Jilted Lovers and Broken Hearts', 'Only the Young' and 'Playing With Fire'.

Flowers is expected to announce details of a UK tour in the coming weeks.

(by Jason Gregory)