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Dire Straits were a British rock band formed in London in 1977 by Mark Knopfler (lead vocals and lead guitar), David Knopfler (rhythm guitar and backing vocals), John Illsley (bass guitar and backing vocals) and Pick Withers (drums and percussion). They were active from 1977 to 1988 and again from 1990 to 1995. Their first single, "Sultans of Swing", from their 1978 self-titled debut album ...
Official Live Video for Sultans Of Swing. Taken from Dire Straits – Alchemy: Dire Straits Live.Dire Straits – Live 1978-1992' is out now (UK/ROW). Out Januar...
Feb 23, 2010 · The Official Music Video for Brothers In Arms. Taken from Dire Straits – Brothers In Arms.Dire Straits – Live 1978-1992' is out now (UK/ROW). Out January 19t...
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Nov 7, 2019 · 2. Tunnel Of Love (1980) The second great peak on 1980’s Making Movies finds Knopfler imbuing Dylan’s and Springsteen’s biggest moments with Geordie grit. 1. Sultans Of Swing – Live (1984) The live double Alchemy from 1984 captured Dire Straits at the peak of their on-stage powers.
One of the most intelligent and original bands of their era, Dire Straits were the creation of writer/guitarist/vocalist Mark Knopfler and bassist John Illsley, blending blues, country and rock into a timeless mix of catchy singles and atmospheric album tracks. In the popular imagination, they will always be remembered for their calling card 1978 single, ‘Sultans Of Swing’ and their 1985 ...
Mixed with blues and a dash of country-the Dire Straits were one of the few rock bands to break out in an era dominated by punk and disco. Introspective lyrics with out-of-this-world guitar and drum sounds made them one of the most original rock bands of the 80s. Alan Clark. David Knopfler. John Illsley. Guy Fletcher. Mark Knopfler. Pick Withers.
May 30, 2024 · Dire Straits, British rock band whose supple, slightly blues-tinged guitar rock was popular in the late 1970s and ’80s. Formed in London in 1977, the group was led by Mark Knopfler, a onetime journalist and college teacher who polished his musicianship as part of the pub rock movement.
Founded by brothers Mark and David Knopfler in 1977, Dire Straits introduced a viable alternative to the punk-dominated British music scene of the late 70’s. Commonly referred to and categorized ...
