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Midnight Oil Approve Of The Killers’ Version Of ‘Forgotten Years’

Staff Writer

We reckon Jack Riewoldt might, too.

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Despite Brandon Flowers not attempting some of Peter Garrett’s hypnotic dance moves, The Killers' rendition of Forgotten Years during their AFL grand final appearance has been met with wide praise, including a nod of approval from Midnight Oil.

“Thanks to The Killers for their version of Forgotten Years at the AFL Grand Final,” Midnight Oil said on Facebook.

The timing couldn’t be better, with Midnight Oil kicking off the Aussie leg of The Great Circle Tour tonight in Alice Springs, while The Killers plan an April/May return in support of their new record Wonderful Wonderful – all the details of which you can find in theGuide.

Another highlight of the day was Richmond’s Jack Riewoldt joining The Killers onstage for Mr. Brightside: