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Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits
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Author:  December Flower [ Sun May 22, 2011 6:36 pm ]
Post subject:  Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits
Any fans of this man, his main band and/or his solo project on this board? Personally I've always found both Dire Straits and his solo project a bit inconsistent, with many great songs but also a lot of filler. But he's easily one of my favorite lead guitarists, of any genre. He has a unique style and tone and puts a lot of feeling into his solos. His performance on the title track of "Brothers in Arms" is simply one for the ages.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2rx3IAEISA
Author:  MetalStorm [ Sun May 22, 2011 7:28 pm ]
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Yes Dire Straits rock :dio: with Brothers In Arms being their best record.
Author:  The Annoying Frenchman [ Sun May 22, 2011 9:21 pm ]
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I like Dire Straits especially the debut album where Knopfler brought a Chet Atkins technique into a rockier environment. Communiqué is but a replica (albeit a nice one). The more ethereal material on the following albums was quite nice too and Brother in Arms, though a more commercial release, has a handful of great songs (The Man's Too Strong and the title track in particular).
Also, Alchemy is a great live album.
Too bad the band left on such a low note with their final album.
As for Mark's solo stuff, there's good stuff but it's highly uneven to say the least.
Author:  Thomas [ Mon May 23, 2011 11:00 am ]
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Saw Knopfler live a couple of years ago.. Played a few classic tunes which was nice, because his solo-material is mostly boring.
Author:  brian3murphy [ Tue Oct 11, 2011 1:37 pm ]
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The Dire Straits anthem song is awesome one.
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