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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.
Apr 20, 2010 · 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).
DIRE STRAITS - LIVE 1978-1992. Explore the history, discover the music and browse an exclusive selection of merchandise at the Official Website for Dire Straits.
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.
The Official Music Video for Sultans of Swing. Taken from Dire Straits – Dire Straits.Dire Straits – Live 1978-1992' is out now (UK/ROW). Out January 19th, 2...
Apr 14, 2024 · That’s The Way You Do It: The Very Best Of Dire Straits. The biggest singles and most memorable album landmarks of the mighty British band inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on April...
The Official Music Video for Walk of Life. Taken from Dire Straits – Brothers in Arms. Dire Straits – Live 1978-1992' is out now (UK/ROW). Out January 19th, 2024. (US).
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,...
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Jul 24, 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.