The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers has outlined details of his first tour dates in support of his debut solo album.

The singer is set to play five shows in the US, starting at the Las Vegas Hilton on August 15.

Unveiling the tour on his new casino-themed website, Flowers will also play gigs in Chicago (August 23) and New York (26).

He is set to release his album 'Flamingo' in September, preceded by the single 'Crossfire' on August 23.

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

Brandon Flowers' tour dates are:

• Las Vegas Hilton, The Shimmer Room - August 15
• Los Angeles, Troubadour - 17
• San Francisco, Slim's - 19
• Chicago, Park West - 23
• New York, Highline Ballroom - 26

(by Jason Gregory)